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HR Administrator – Hybrid

We are recruiting for a HR Administrator, to support the HR Manager within the group of large Geotechnical Companies.  This is a full on supportive role and requires the successful person to be organised, efficient and the ability to handle confidential data with full professionalism at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and book mandatory training for the Business for new and current employees.

Manage the training platform, this includes enrolling new starters, generating reports, and actioning leavers.

Coordinate and manage Mental Health First Aid Training – this will require liaising with the SHEQ Manager.

Arrange security passes and also specific DBS checks for relevant employees.

Complete pre-qualification questionnaire, including policies, staff numbers and reporting.

Ensure all are compliant with GDPR, and all new employees meet right to work checks.

Facilitate drug and alcohol testing as and when required for site employees.

Ensure HR policies are reviewed and signed off in a timely manner to comply with audits.

Assist department managers with recruitment, receive and manage applications.

Arrange interviews.

Manage offers, start dates, screening and all relevant checks in line with new starter policy.

Manage the in-house HR system.

Maintain logbooks to track HR events and activities.

Administration duties of the employee benefits platform.

Prepare letters – linked to annual review, salary, milestone employment dates, TUPE, maternity, resignation, exit agreements and many more.

General support for the HR Manager based in their Harrogate office.

This role will suit someone with HR experience within an administration capacity, who is keen to progress, potentially holds a level 3 CIPD or working towards it.

This role is full-time based in Harrogate, but does offer 2-3 days of hybrid working.

Please apply outlining experience and salary expectation.

£25000 - £28000

Harrogate February 28, 2025


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Engineering Manager (Rail Bias)

We are representing a local based Engineering Company, who need to appoint a strong Engineering Leader to drive an ambitious team forward successfully.  Our client works predominately in the rail sector, have secure clients who are long and established.  The requirement of this role is to look after and oversee the design team.  Day to day we are looking for the successful candidate to perform the following tasks.

Manage the engineering design team.

Developing design  solutions for mechanical projects, from feasibility through to production.

Prepare detailed drawings and also cost materials, maintain technical files and documents.

Analyse  structures and mechanisms.

Be able to calculate costs.

Ensure all design comply with current legislation and company standards.

Liaise with customers and suppliers.

Speak with/meet with project managers to ensure the projects are delivered to a technical requirement and met required timescales.

producing O&M manuals.

Site survey responsibility from time to time.

Carry out FATS and SATS.

Ability to liaise with production and provide required technical support.

Manage the external electrical/software design companies.

Possess the ability to write technical specifications for customers.

Regular meetings with the sales team, involvement and help with quoting.

A key must is to possess strong leadership skills, to bring the design team on and ensure projects, work-flow is delivered on time meeting efficiencies.

The ideal person for this role is someone with a strong mechanical design background within engineering, ideally within the rail industry.  The successful candidate mus t be calm, approachable, pragmatic.  Possess strong listening skills, along with the ability to work a speed in order to deliver projects on time.

Be able to explain design, and the piece of work to the customer in a professional and focused manner.  Strong communication skills are essential.

Ideally the successful candidate will possess a mechanical degree or HND from within an engineering bias.

The role is full-time, based within the design office 5-days per week.

Please contact, or ideally email your CV in the first instance, where a member of our team will have a confidential chat to discuss your suitability further.

We are acting as a recruitment agency and fair recruitment will be adhered too at all times.

We look forward to receiving your application.

£50000 - £60000

Sheffield February 28, 2025


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Geotechnical Estimator

We are working with a key client who sits within the ground investigation arena, a key player within an industry where they are at the forefront of development and opportunity.  With this in mind our client is now eager to recruit an experienced geotechnical estimator, where this person will focus on geotechnical investigation.

Key expectations will be compiling and submitting tenders, ensuring all tender correspondence is recorded and logged, reviewing contents of tender preparation, preparing queries and clarifications and also dealing with subcontract tender submissions.

Key daily tasks will be –

*  Prepare bills of quantities, schedule of rates for tender applications.

*  Keep close track on mark ups and margins for each project.

*  Be involved heavily with the pr-construction team.

*  Attend pre-contract meetings, speak with construction professionals.

*  Review and submit the majority of pre-construction tenders.

*  Report daily and weekly to the Estimating Manager.

The key candidate needs to be someone with 2-3 years site experience in ground engineering fulfilling an estimating role.  Possess knowledge and flare for construction industry, ideally possess contracts (ICE and NEC) experience.

In order to be successful – the geotechnical or structural engineering background is essential, along with the estimating knowledge.  If you have been  quantity surveyor and possess geotechnical experience – then  our client would been to speak with you.  The ability to write cost  proposals, and ensure deadlines are met.

IT skills are essential for the success of this role, must be comfortable with Team,s, Excel, Outlook and Dynamics 365, in addition be comfortable with a lot of bid and tnswer platforms.

Our client has offices in the North of England, Midland and also London – predominately this role will be based out of the Midlands, however our client does offer a full hybrid solution, meaning the successful person can work very remote, visiting site and office only when needed, offering a home work solution.

This role is challenging offering an abundance of career development, so  if you are ready for your next step within a forward thinking business, possess surveying or estimating experience, then we need to speak with you.

Big Fish Little Fish are an equal opportunity recruiter representing our client.

£40000 - £47000

Coventry (Hybrid/Homeworking Option) February 28, 2025


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Recruitment Consultant

Big Fish Little Fish is a boutique recruitment consultancy, which was set up over 20 years ago.  Currently we are recruiting for an experienced recruitment consultant to come an join our team.  The role offers the successful candidate a lot of autonomy in way of creating their own desk and working with clients they choose to work with.  The successful candidate may possess experience running a temporary desk or recruiting within permanent arena.

Day to day we are wanting a self starter, someone who can do business development, make calls, send emails, generate interest and create business.  This person will be expected to go out and see clients, attend networking events and represent the company.  The successful candidate will be targeted on clients, and also placements made, hopefully exceeding any set targets put in place.  All the tools in order for this individual to be successful are in place, and there will be on-going support and training throughout.

Strong communication skills in order to secure opportunities to fill, but also have the strong negotiation skills needed to liaise with candidates in order to gain them their next career move.

Based out of Sheffield with a competitive salary and an uncapped bonus scheme.

Full driving License is essential.

£Competitve

March 31, 2025


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Accountant – Part-Qualified

Our client is a well respected firm of Accountants with a large portfolio of very different clients.  Due to growth, they are now needing to appoint a management accountant to work with new an existing clients.

The successful person will play  vital role within day to day duties, this will include supervising junior staff, on-boarding of new clients, doing various self assessments, and accounts from incomplete records, along with a multitude of other accounts expectations daily.  Other roles will include payroll, management accounts, year end accounts, VAT, Sales & purchase ledger, credit control, acruals.

Ideally the successful candidate will understand book keeping, accountancy principles, along with being able to demonstrate proficiency in software, particularly Xero.  We are looking for this person to be extremely organised, with strong attention to detail skills, act as a mentor and be able to motivate and encourage others.

Ideally this person will have practice experience, however our client is also prepared to look at candidates from within industry and other backgrounds, as long as they have a good solid accountancy background.

The successful candidate will possess either AAT, ACCA or CIMA – should they wish to go further within accountancy qualifications, this is also an option.

The working week is Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.  Free parking and comfortable offices located in S36, so easy access for anyone in Deepcar, Stocksbridge, Oughtibridge of Barnsley.

Please apply outlining your experience and salary expectation.

We look forward to receiving your application.

£28000 - £38000

Sheffield (S36) February 28, 2025


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Insolvency Practitioner

Are you an experienced Insolvency Practitioner ready for the next move with great opportunities looming? Do you have the drive and ambition to take the next step in your career? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client, a leading boutique Insolvency Practice based in Sheffield, as a Work Winning Insolvency Practitioner.

Our client is wnating a successful IP who can secure work, take appointments and is looking to beocme a long standing part of an integral Business moving forward.

Responsibilities:

 

  • Representing a forward-thinking company and collaborating with key clients to obtain resolution.
  • Excellent communication skills organised and very driven for results.
  • Manage the process and manage a high volume of work.
  • Leading and managing a team of professionals in delivering high-quality insolvency services.
  • Providing expert advice on insolvency matters to clients and other key individuals.
  • Representing the practice at industry events and networking functions.

Requirements:

  • Qualified Insolvency Practitioner (IP) with a minimum of 3 years’ experience.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and people skills.
  • Commercial knowledge.
  • Must possess experience of taking Business/Company appointments

Great company with a lot of opportunity, please apply outlining your key experiences, salary expectation.  Salary is totally negotiable for the right person.  This role offers the right person to write their own pay cheque – and who would not want that.

£75000 - £105000

Sheffield March 30, 2025


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Vehicle Technician – Mobile Opportunity – Carlisle

Do you want to work un-supervised and be in control of your day?

We are eagerly looking for an experienced vehicle technician who is looking to work out in the field doing mobile fleet maintenance and repair.

Day to day you will be out in a van visiting businesses fulfilling their service, repair, MOT and other checks.  The role requires the successful candidate to go from1 job to another which is booked in and managed by the service team.  Each job will be within a relatively short distance, along with being within an hours drive of your home address.

The key to success is someone with excellent ability, able to manage own workload and day.  We are looking for experienced technicians, who possess level NVQ level 3 and are over 25 years of age – this is due to the vehicle insurance.

There is lots of scope for earning potential, the opportunity to work hard and be rewarded.

If you are looking to leave a workshop, or would like a new challenge then this really could be the opportunity for you.

 

£36000 - £40000

Carlisle Area February 28, 2025


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Mobile Motor Mechanic – Enfield & Wembley

Are you an experienced vehicle technician?

We are looking for experienced vehicle technicians who are eager to secure a role with a difference.  If you are fed-up of being in the workshop, long hours, every Saturday having to work and feeling un-appreciated and un-rewarded – then look no further this could be the opportunity for you.

  • Working out in the field with a van and going from appointment to appointment doing a variety of vehicle duties which can be carried out from the van.  This will include services, brake, pad and disc changes, winter fuel checks and other minor requirements.
  • The work is booked in so you know daily the journey and where you are going.
  • An excellent bonus is paid based on your van generating a specific amount of profit which is achievable.
  • Manage your day yourself – offer the customer great service.
  • You will be expected to travel within a realistic radius of your home address.
  • 1 in 3 Saturday mornings to work, plenty of overtime should you want some.
  • Allowing you to be the Boss of your day.

If this sounds like a great opportunity for you, offering a really excellent salary and rewards package – then please apply or get in-touch.

We are looking for various other locations – so wherever you are – drop your CV over to a member of the  Big Fish Little Fish team.

£34000 - £40000

Enfield & Wembley February 28, 2025


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Vehicle Technician – Fleet Maintenance in High Wycombe

Fleet maintenance is a very busy and up and coming industry, due to our client having work from numerous large key players including online shopping companies, large logistical businesses and various local authority.  They offer continuous support within fleet maintenance providing service, repair, MOT, winter fuel checks and any other maintenance required.  Due to their growth we are now looking for some excellent vehicle technicians who are ready for a career with a difference, the role is as follows;

Out and about doing various fleet maintenance, including repair and service to an array of businesses.

The role requires the excellent vehicle mechanic to work out and about in the field with a van and relevant equipment that can all be used within a businesses car park rather than a workshop.  The majority of the work is straight forward and once 1 job is completed it is on to the next.

No 2 days are the same, it is ideal for anyone ready to manage their own workload, work unsupervised and be able to represent the company in a professional manner at all times.

The jobs per day are booked in from the central booking team, where there is support and someone ordering relevant parts in order for the vehicle technician to just be-able to get on with their job successfully.

Working week is Monday – Friday completing 45 hours per week, then the Saturday rota is 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.  There is regular overtime available, along with an achievable fantastic profit bonus each month.  Our client also offers an attendance bonus, along with company pension, workwear, van, mobile and a competitive excellent salary.

£35000 - £40000

High Wycombe February 28, 2025


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Plater/Fabricator

Plater/Fabricator

Due to continued growth and high workload our client is currently recruiting Fabricators/Platers with pressure vessel or other medium – heavy engineering experience to add to our highly reputable team.

Our client specialises in the mechanical design, thermal design and fabrication of process plant equipment. Our skilled expertise applies to a broad range of fabrications, such as heat exchangers, pressure vessels, skid packages, pipework and other bespoke, special and high integrity fabrications, all to meet the requirements of International Design Codes, ASME, EN13445, PD5500 and client specifications. They have an extensive knowledge and capability to work with a vast number of materials such as Carbon Steels, Stainless Steels, Duplex, Nickel Alloys, Titanium, Zirconium and Tantalum.

The successful applicant will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Manufacturing pressure equipment such as Rescue Submarines, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pipework and high integrity fabrications. This would involve reading and understanding engineering drawings, producing cut lists, marking out material, cutting material, prepping material and assembly of equipment ready for welding.
Being the lead plater/fabricator on projects and liaise with the Production Manager and Supervisor.
Reading and understanding material schedules
Reading and understanding Quality Plans
Reading and understanding Works Instructions

Essential Skills
Must be able to demonstrate capability in the reading and understanding of engineering drawings.
Must be able to demonstrate capability in marking out, cutting, burning, grinding and prep work of materials.
Must have a general understanding and working knowledge of materials.

Desirable Skills
As this job role requires a reasonable level of Maths the applicant should have a minimum of GCSE Grade B or have sufficient working experience in a related environment.

Knowledge of the industry is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

Hourly rate: Competitive rates of pay (to be agreed during interview process)

Offers a wide range of benefits to all our employees, some of which are detailed below.
Modern workplace.
Safe environment.
Career progression.
Competitive rates of pay.
Annual pay review.
Annual pension review.
Annual bonus reviews, paid tax free to a maximum of £3600.
Company health insurance scheme.
Longevity of employment.
33 days holiday per year.
39 hour working week
Mon-Thu: 7.30am-4.30pm
Fri: 7.30am-12.30pm
Regular overtime is provided.

The shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews.

Start Date: ASAP

£14.0 - £19.00

Holbrook, Sheffield, S20 March 15, 2025


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Welder

WELDER
Due to continued growth and high workload our client based at Holbrook, Sheffield, S20 is currently recruiting Welders with pressure vessel or other medium – heavy engineering experience to add to their highly reputable team.

Our client specialises in mechanical design, thermal design, and fabrication of process plant equipment. Our skilled expertise applies to a broad range of fabrications, such as heat exchangers, pressure vessels, skid packages, pipework, and other bespoke, special and high integrity fabrications, all to meet the requirements of International Design Codes, ASME, EN13445, PD5500 and client specifications.

Job Description

The successful applicant will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Working responsibly and safely in accordance with the Company’s Health and Safety Management System.
Working in accordance with the Company’s Quality Management System.
Welding pressure equipment such as Rescue Submarines, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pipework and high integrity fabrications in materials such as Carbon Steels, Stainless Steels, Duplex, Nickel Alloys, Titanium, Zirconium and Tantalum.
Reading and understanding Welding Procedures.
Booking out welding consumables.
Carry out visual inspections of welds.
Performing butt welds, corner joints, fillet welds and partial penetration welds using TIG, MIG, MMA, SMAW and FCAW processes.
Deposit welds that pass visual inspection and UT/RT acceptance levels.
Forming & maintaining professional working relationships with people at all levels within the business.
Inspection/approval of joint preparation and set up prior to welding.

Essential Skills
Relevant welding qualifications with experience in the fabrication/engineering industry is necessary.
The ability to read engineering drawings and welding symbols.
Good English communication skills (written and oral) and good numerical skills.
Ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.
Proven delivery of pressure sealing welds to X-Ray or UT Standards.
Experience in a range of different thickness welds from 3mm and above.
Knowledge of typical welding process failures and how to avoid them.
A strong sense of pride in producing quality work on a consistent basis.

Desirable Skills
Additional welding qualifications, skills or experience.
Willingness to meet fair requests for overtime, flexible working, travel or working on site (UK and abroad) as necessary.
The ability to display a proven track record of offering contributions and solutions.
Apprentice trained welding qualifications and up to date welding certificates.
Existing Code qualifications to ASME IX or BS EN 15614 etc.
Experience of welding pressure vessels and/or shell and tube heat exchangers.
Knowledge of the industry is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

Hourly rate: Competitive rates of pay (to be agreed during interview process)

Offers a wide range of benefits to all our employees, some of which are detailed below.
Modern workplace.
Safe environment.
Career progression.
Competitive rates of pay.
Annual pay review.
Annual pension review.
Annual bonus reviews, paid tax free to a maximum of £3600.
Company health insurance scheme.
Longevity of employment.

33 days holiday per year.
39 hours working week.
Mon-Thu: 7.30am-4.30pm
Fri: 7.30am-12.30pm
Regular overtime is provided.

Applications: Please

The shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews and a welding sample test.

£14.00 - £17.00

Holbrook, Sheffield, S20 March 15, 2025


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Accountant

Big Fish Little Fish are representing and working with a very established firm of Accountants based within Sheffield. This role has come about due to increased work-load, securing more new clients and growth within the Business. This particular client operates within the entertainment, music, media arena – with a lot of their key clients being based in the South of England, and also key cities around the UK. They also have an abundance of local work as well.

They operate out of state of the art offices, offering a great environment to work in, along with free parking, and an option to work remote 1-2 days per week.

We are looking to speak to individuals who are ready to progress their career to the next level, have good accountancy knowledge, are able to perform all of the duties someone requires from their accountant, tasks will include management accounts, VAT returns, personal tax submissions, ledger skills and book-keeping. These are not exhausted, there will be more. The successful individual ideally will have experience of working on Kashflow or Xero or Quick books.

Our client is looking for someone with a few years experience under their belt, ideally from a practice although will consider candidates from industry who are keen to get into practice.

The working week is Monday – Friday 09.00am – 5.00pm, once up to speed some hybrid will be considered. There is free parking available, along with development and career progression. Our client is keen to speak with candidates who have AAT 3 and 4, and also candidates who are already Chartered Accountants.

This really is a firm of accountants with a difference – do not delay, get your CV fired over today – so you can secure this fabulous opportunity.

We look forward to receiving your CV.

£30000 - £48000

Sheffield February 28, 2025


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