Job Title: Welder/Fabricator Location: Heathfield Industrial Estate, Newton Abbot Salary: &pound;16.25 per hour Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 &ndash; 15:30 Start Date: ASAP<div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div>
Job Summary:We are recruiting an experienced Welder/Fabricator for our client based in Heathfield, Newton Abbot. This is a full-time, permanent role offering a competitive hourly rate and regular weekday working hours &mdash; perfect for someone looking for stability in a well-established business.<div align="center"><hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div>
Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Perform MIG and TIG welding on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium</li><li>Fabricate components from engineering drawings</li><li>Operate standard workshop machinery and hand tools</li><li>Complete bespoke and batch production work to a high standard</li><li>Ensure safe working practices are followed at all times</li></ul>
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Requirements:<ul>
<li>Proven experience as a welder/fabricator</li><li>Confident with MIG and TIG welding techniques</li><li>Able to read and interpret technical/engineering drawings</li><li>Strong attention to detail and workmanship</li><li>Reliable, punctual, and a good team player</li></ul>
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Benefits:<ul>
<li>&pound;16.25 per hour</li><li>Day shifts only &ndash; no weekends</li><li>Early finish at 15:30 every day</li><li>Long-term job security with potential for progression</li><li>Supportive, friendly working environment</li></ul>
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To apply, please submit your CV or click Apply Now. Immediate starts are available for the right candidate.

Welder/Fabricator

Location:&nbsp;Avonmouth, BS11 Job Role:&nbsp;Wood Machinist Hours:&nbsp;Monday to Friday&nbsp;7.30am-4.00pm Hourly Salary:&nbsp;&pound;12.65 per hour Role Type: Temporary to permanentgap personnel acting as an employment business are currently recruiting for a Wood Machinist for our client based in Avonmouth, BS11. As a Wood Machinist you will join a team where you will become a key and valued member providing support.Duties:<ul>
<li>Preparing and shaping wood and wood-based materials for various products</li><li>Using hand and machine tools according to specification.</li><li>Quality control.</li><li>Adhere to safety procedures and ensure a safe working environment.</li><li>Collaborate with other team members and departments on projects.</li></ul>
The Candidate:<ul>
<li>Experience of wood CNC work (Setting, Operating or Programming).</li><li>Comfortable working as part of a team and independently seeking opportunities for training and development.</li></ul>
Benefits of work:<ul>
<li>Casual dress</li><li>Company pension</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Free parking</li><li>On-site parking</li></ul>
If you are interested, please get in touch on&nbsp;0117 911 7111&nbsp;or click&nbsp;Apply now!

Wood Machinist

Job Title: Maintenance Technician &ndash; Industrial EquipmentLocation:&nbsp;Wymondham Employment Type:&nbsp;Full-Time-Temp to Perm Salary:&nbsp;&pound;13.50-&pound;17.00 P/H DOE Schedule:&nbsp;06:00-14:00 (Mon-Fri) 40 hours&nbsp;Overtime &amp; Weekend Work Available<hr data-start="541" data-end="544" />
<h3 data-start="546" data-end="596">Gap Personnel is Recruiting on Behalf of Our Client &ndash; Maintenance Technician</h3>
Gap Personnel is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing industrial manufacturer for the position of&nbsp;Maintenance Technician. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking production team and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of machinery and equipment.<hr data-start="909" data-end="912" />
<h3 data-start="855" data-end="884">Key Responsibilities:</h3>
<ul data-start="886" data-end="1742">
<li data-start="886" data-end="1014">
Conduct routine maintenance, including inspection, cleaning, lubrication, and repairs on production machinery and equipment.</li><li data-start="1015" data-end="1089">
Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.</li><li data-start="1090" data-end="1171">
Perform preventive maintenance activities in line with established schedules.</li><li data-start="1172" data-end="1267">
Coordinate with production supervisors to prioritize tasks and limit production disruption.</li><li data-start="1268" data-end="1354">
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, work orders, and repairs.</li><li data-start="1355" data-end="1450">
Monitor machinery performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and safety.</li><li data-start="1451" data-end="1515">
Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment.</li><li data-start="1516" data-end="1584">
Adhere to all health and safety procedures and company policies.</li><li data-start="1585" data-end="1664">
Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate with suppliers when required.</li><li data-start="1665" data-end="1742">
Collaborate with external contractors for specialized repairs or servicing.</li></ul>
<hr data-start="1744" data-end="1747" />
<h3 data-start="1749" data-end="1807">Preferred Qualifications &amp; Skills (Not Essential):</h3>
<ul data-start="1809" data-end="2676">
<li data-start="1809" data-end="1940">
High school diploma or equivalent. Technical certification in Mechanical, Plumbing, Gas or Heating Engineering is advantageous.</li><li data-start="1941" data-end="2021">
Recognized qualification such as City &amp; Guilds 6035 Level 2/3 or equivalent.</li><li data-start="2022" data-end="2127">
Proven experience in a maintenance technician role within an industrial or manufacturing environment.</li><li data-start="2128" data-end="2217">
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, manuals, schematics, and diagrams.</li><li data-start="2218" data-end="2298">
Familiarity with machinery such as pumps, compressors, ovens, and conveyors.</li><li data-start="2299" data-end="2373">
Understanding of safety regulations related to industrial maintenance.</li><li data-start="2374" data-end="2433">
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.</li><li data-start="2434" data-end="2503">
Good communication skills and ability to work well within a team.</li><li data-start="2504" data-end="2572">
Flexibility to work occasional overtime or weekends as required.</li><li data-start="2573" data-end="2676">
Physical capability to perform manual tasks, including lifting, bending, and working in tight spaces.</li></ul>
<hr data-start="2678" data-end="2681" />
<h3 data-start="2683" data-end="2705">What We Offer:</h3>
<ul data-start="2707" data-end="2939">
<li data-start="2707" data-end="2779">
A stable, full-time position within a growing manufacturing business</li><li data-start="2780" data-end="2811">
Supportive team environment</li><li data-start="2812" data-end="2875">
Opportunities for career progression and skills development</li><li data-start="2876" data-end="2939">
Involvement in diverse maintenance and engineering challenges</li></ul>
<hr data-start="2941" data-end="2944" />
&nbsp;Interested? Apply today with Gap Personnel and take the next step in your career as a Maintenance Technician!To apply, please send your CV to&nbsp;<a class="cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1436" data-end="1461">norwich@gap-personnel.com</a>&nbsp;or call 01603 767617 for more information.Gap Personnel Group is committed to equal opportunities. We act as an employment business on behalf of our client.

Maintenance Technician

Job Title: Anodising Plant Manager Location:&nbsp;Wymondham Hours:&nbsp;06:00 &ndash; 14:00 (Monday to Friday) &ndash; Overtime &amp; Weekend Work Available Job Type:&nbsp;Full-time, Permanent-Temp to Perm Salary:&nbsp;&pound;13.50-&pound;17.50 P/H DOE Basic Hours:&nbsp;40 hours per week <hr data-start="546" data-end="549" />
<h3 data-start="551" data-end="604">Join a Growing Team &ndash; Anodising Plant Manager</h3>
Gap Personnel is recruiting on behalf of our client for the position of&nbsp;Anodising Plant Manager&nbsp;&ndash; a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow within a supportive industrial environment.This hands-on role offers a unique chance to learn and lead. While previous anodising experience is not essential, a background in manufacturing or supervisory work will be an advantage. Full training will be provided for the right candidate who demonstrates the right&nbsp;attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn.<hr data-start="1127" data-end="1130" />
<h3 data-start="1132" data-end="1161">What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing:</h3>
<ul data-start="1163" data-end="1831">
<li data-start="1163" data-end="1223">
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the anodising plant</li><li data-start="1224" data-end="1299">
Assisting on the shop floor while training and developing into the role</li><li data-start="1300" data-end="1364">
Organising workflow to meet production targets and deadlines</li><li data-start="1365" data-end="1441">
Conducting quality checks and reporting issues to the Production Manager</li><li data-start="1442" data-end="1506">
Picking materials for processing and managing inventory flow</li><li data-start="1507" data-end="1569">
Loading and unloading components into the anodising system</li><li data-start="1570" data-end="1640">
Cleaning tanks and maintaining them as per the production schedule</li><li data-start="1641" data-end="1690">
Changing chemical IBCs safely and efficiently</li><li data-start="1691" data-end="1762">
Communicating with the maintenance team when technical issues arise</li><li data-start="1763" data-end="1831">
Supporting production targets and driving continuous improvement</li></ul>
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<h3 data-start="1838" data-end="1869">What We&rsquo;re Looking For:</h3>
<ul data-start="1871" data-end="2167">
<li data-start="1871" data-end="1926">
Proactive and enthusiastic with a strong work ethic</li><li data-start="1927" data-end="1986">
Able to work under pressure and problem-solve on the go</li><li data-start="1987" data-end="2062">
Comfortable in a hands-on role &ndash; willing to get involved at every level</li><li data-start="2063" data-end="2122">
A team player who&rsquo;s not afraid to get their hands dirty</li><li data-start="2123" data-end="2167">
Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious</li></ul>
<hr data-start="2169" data-end="2172" />
<h3 data-start="2174" data-end="2198">Additional Info:</h3>
<ul data-start="2200" data-end="2395">
<li data-start="2245" data-end="2281">
Overtime opportunities available</li><li data-start="2282" data-end="2296">
Weekly pay</li><li data-start="2297" data-end="2344">
On-the-job training and development offered</li><li data-start="2345" data-end="2395">
Long-term, stable position in a growing business</li></ul>
<hr data-start="2397" data-end="2400" />
Interested in learning and growing with a supportive team? Apply today with&nbsp;Gap Personnel&nbsp;&ndash; we&rsquo;re recruiting on behalf of a valued client looking for someone just like you.To apply, please send your CV to&nbsp;<a class="cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1436" data-end="1461">norwich@gap-personnel.com</a>&nbsp;or call 01603 767617 for more information.Gap Personnel Group is committed to equal opportunities. We act as an employment business on behalf of our client.

Anodising Plant Manager

Yard Picking Operative Location:&nbsp;Wymondham Pay Rate:&nbsp;&pound;12.50 &ndash; &pound;13.50 per hour Hours:&nbsp;Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM &ndash; 4:00 PM (40 hours per week) Contract Type:&nbsp;Full-Time, Temp to Perm Agency:&nbsp;Gap PersonnelAre you looking for a hands-on, outdoor role with a long-term opportunity? Gap Personnel is recruiting for a&nbsp;Yard Picking Operative&nbsp;to join a busy and supportive team within a well-established manufacturing site. If you enjoy practical work, are forklift trained, and thrive in an outdoor environment &ndash; this could be the role for you!<h3 data-start="900" data-end="919">Key Duties:</h3>
<ul data-start="920" data-end="1384">
<li data-start="920" data-end="983">
Sorting and picking aluminium profiles from customer skips.</li><li data-start="984" data-end="1050">
Organising materials into stillages and designated yard areas.</li><li data-start="1051" data-end="1115">
Operating a forklift to transport materials across the site.</li><li data-start="1116" data-end="1183">
Assisting with booking in goods and completing basic paperwork.</li><li data-start="1184" data-end="1245">
Loading and unloading lorries (primarily using forklift).</li><li data-start="1246" data-end="1320">
Supporting with pre-treatment line loading and general factory duties.</li><li data-start="1321" data-end="1384">
Performing safe and accurate product runs across departments.</li></ul>
<h3 data-start="1386" data-end="1417">What We're Looking For:</h3>
<ul data-start="1418" data-end="1698">
<li data-start="1418" data-end="1480">
Previous yard, warehouse, or factory experience preferred.</li><li data-start="1481" data-end="1547">
Forklift licence is essential (valid counterbalance or reach).</li><li data-start="1548" data-end="1596">
Reliable, organised, and proactive attitude.</li><li data-start="1597" data-end="1647">
Good communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li data-start="1648" data-end="1698">
Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.</li></ul>
<h3 data-start="1700" data-end="1722">Working Hours:</h3>
<ul data-start="1723" data-end="1831">
<li data-start="1723" data-end="1776">
Standard:&nbsp;Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM &ndash; 4:00 PM</li><li data-start="1777" data-end="1831">
Overtime &amp; Weekend Shifts:&nbsp;Available as required</li></ul>
<h3 data-start="1833" data-end="1856">Pay &amp; Benefits:</h3>
<ul data-start="1857" data-end="2076">
<li data-start="1857" data-end="1919">
Hourly Rate:&nbsp;&pound;12.21 &ndash; &pound;13.50 (depending on experience)</li><li data-start="1920" data-end="1941">
Casual dress code</li><li data-start="1942" data-end="1960">
Company events</li><li data-start="1961" data-end="1987">
Company pension scheme</li><li data-start="1988" data-end="2011">
Free onsite parking</li><li data-start="2012" data-end="2076">
Full training provided and long-term progression opportunities</li></ul>
To apply, please send your CV to&nbsp;<a class="cursor-pointer" rel="noopener" data-start="1436" data-end="1461">norwich@gap-personnel.com</a>&nbsp;or call 01603 767617 for more information.Gap Personnel Group is committed to equal opportunities. We act as an employment business on behalf of our client.

Yard Picking Operative

gap personnel are currently looking for 4x Recycling operatives for our long term client based in Oldbury, with an immediate start!
&nbsp;
Shift:
4on4off (shift including working weekends)
7AM-7PM
Pay:
&pound;13.35 per hour
&nbsp;
On going work with temp to perm oppurtunities for a right candidate !
&nbsp;
Duties:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Working in recycling enviornment- indoors</li>
<li>Working in hands on enviornment</li>
<li>Sorting cables on a line&nbsp;</li>
<li>Following Health and Safety regulations</li>
<li>Supporting recycling operations on site</li>
</ul>
If you are interesyes, please apply with your CV attached or call 01902 422 440.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Recycling Operative

gap personnel are currently recruiting for an experienced Reach driver for our well established client based in Wolverhampton, with an immediate start!
&nbsp;
Shift: Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM
&nbsp;
&nbsp;Pay: &pound;13.90
Fix term contact at the moment, with temp to perm opportunities for a right candidate!
&nbsp;
Duties:
-Frozen environment involved&nbsp;
-Operating an FLT Reach in a safe manner
-Moving stock with reach stacking system
-Supporting with general warehouse duties
-Following all Health and Safety regulations
&nbsp;
Requirements:&nbsp;
- Valid in date Reach truck licence
- Previous experience operating Reach truck
- Good attitude and work ethic
&nbsp;
If you are interested please apply with your CV attached or call 01902 422 940.

Reach Driver

gap personnel are an employment agency and are proud to be supprorting for a Counterbalance FLT Driver based in Wrexham
&nbsp;
You will be responsible for the following duties
<ul>
<li>Unloading and loading parts&nbsp;</li>
<li>Palletising</li>
<li>Order Picking</li>
<li>Stock Control</li>
<li>Basic inputting of part numbers and stock</li>
<li>Handballing</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Skills
<ul>
<li>Valid Counterbalance FLT Licence</li>
<li>Solid Background in Warehousing</li>
<li>Flexible with duties as its not all FLT work</li>
<li>Basic computer skills</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Hours of work are Mon-Thur 8pm-6am
&pound;14 per hour
Long term temp
This is a temp to perm role for the right candidate
Please can you send me your CV to <a href="mailto:Gap_Wredham@gap-personnel.com">Gap_Wredham@gap-personnel.com</a>
&nbsp;
gap personnel are an employment agency and are working with their client for a Counterbalance FLT Driver
&nbsp;

Counterbalance FLT Driver - NIGHTS

It usually starts with good intentions. A business hits peak season. Demand&rsquo;s up, pressure&rsquo;s on, and they need people in, and quickly. Cue a recruitment agency promising compliant workers, lightning-fast turnarounds, and a price that won&rsquo;t give the finance team heart palpitations.
It all sounds great &ndash; until it isn&rsquo;t.
Let&rsquo;s be honest, compliance in recruitment isn&rsquo;t the flashiest part of workforce planning. But we&rsquo;ve seen what happens when agencies overpromise and underdeliver. On paper, everything looks in order. Behind the scenes, it&rsquo;s a different story: patchy onboarding, dodgy documentation, and a whole lot of smoke and mirrors.
One surprise audit later, workers disappear, penalties stack up, and leadership is left wondering how things went off-track quite so fast. These are the business compliance risks that no one sees coming until it&rsquo;s too late.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">The truth is, you don&rsquo;t always spot a compliance risk until it&rsquo;s too late</h3>
It&rsquo;s not hard to see how it happens. Peak hits, targets climb, and suddenly fast (and cheap) looks more tempting than proven and thorough. And for businesses bringing in a seasonal workforce, compliance can feel like something that gets sidelined as the focus shifts to volume over process.
But that&rsquo;s the thing with quick fixes. They don&rsquo;t stay fixed for long.
And it&rsquo;s not always a dramatic failure that derails things. More often, it&rsquo;s the slow build-up &ndash; a corner cut here, a shortcut there &ndash; until it all becomes too big to ignore.
That&rsquo;s where strong risk management comes in. When workforce compliance is done properly, it doesn&rsquo;t slow you down. It keeps your operation running smoothly, your teams audit-ready, and your business out of the headlines.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">So how do you scale up, without setting yourself up?</h3>
It starts with the right recruitment partner. One that knows how to move fast and get it right. We work with businesses who want to grow confidently, knowing their workforce is properly vetted, fully documented, and ready to hit the ground running.
At gap personnel we don&rsquo;t treat compliance as a tick-box exercise. It&rsquo;s built in from day one. From <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/right-to-work-compliance-a-critical-check-for-your-business/">Right to Work (RTW) checks</a> and fraud prevention measures, to <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/combatting-modern-slavery-in-our-recruitment-practices/">GLAA</a> and Conduct Regulations, we&rsquo;re proactive about meeting the right standards. Onboarding is thorough, paperwork&rsquo;s on point, and regular reviews keep everything tight. And when the auditors turn up, our clients aren&rsquo;t scrambling. They&rsquo;re prepared, protected, and getting on with the job.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Cutting corners on compliance always costs more in the long run</h3>
So if you&rsquo;re planning ahead for peak, expanding to a new site, or just ready for a reliable recruitment agency who actually deliver what they say &ndash; <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/recruit-staff/">we should talk</a>. Whether you need <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/lets-get-started/">temporary staffing solutions or a long-term strategy</a>, let&rsquo;s keep your operation sharp, safe, and scalable.
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<a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/video-testimonials/">#itjustworks</a>
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All sparkle, no substance: what happens when compliance takes a back seat

So it&rsquo;s the final blog in our stress free staffing campaign &ndash; not sure who&rsquo;s more devastated, you or us? Over the past year, we&rsquo;ve tackled the industry headaches that keep hiring managers up at night. From candidate quality to compliance conundrums, attrition to pricing and everything in between, we&rsquo;ve been there, done that, and (politely) told those stress points where to go.
This month? It&rsquo;s a big one. Possibly the big one: supplier relationships and communication. Because if you&rsquo;re constantly chasing info, repeating yourself, or wondering if your recruitment partner even remembers your site layout &ndash; it might be time for a rethink.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When supplier relationships don&rsquo;t work, you feel it</h3>
Updates get missed, issues drag on, and the small stuff snowballs. If your agency&rsquo;s just sending <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-collaboration-attracting-and-retaining-top-talent/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bodies to fill shifts</a> without understanding the bigger picture, that&rsquo;s not a partnership &ndash; it&rsquo;s box-ticking. And if you&rsquo;re constantly repeating instructions or picking up the slack, it quickly starts to feel more like hassle than help.
But when the relationship clicks, everything changes. Communication is seamless and things run more smoothly because your supplier actually gets it. They understand your peaks, your expectations, and how things operate day to day &ndash; and they deliver accordingly.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Why communication counts</h3>
When communication&rsquo;s missing, it shows. You&rsquo;re often left in the dark, double-checking what&rsquo;s been actioned, and stepping in to keep things on track. It slows everything down and leaves you doing more hand-holding than you signed up for. And if it feels this disjointed on your side, chances are it&rsquo;s no better for the workers on the ground &ndash; confused candidates, unclear expectations, and radio silence after interviews don&rsquo;t exactly point to a well-oiled machine.
When it works, it makes all the difference. It&rsquo;s not just about routine reports &ndash; it&rsquo;s about staying in sync, spotting red flags early, and stepping in before problems spiral, whether it&rsquo;s peak season or just a regular Tuesday.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Our values make the difference</h3>
Solid client-supplier relationships aren&rsquo;t built on guesswork. They need clear standards and consistent follow-through. That&rsquo;s where our core values come in. They&rsquo;re not just words on a website; they&rsquo;re the backbone of how we deliver stress free staffing, shaping how we work, how we talk to clients, and how we handle every twist and turn that comes with hiring.
Being consultative means asking the right questions and properly understanding how your operation works &ndash; not just how many heads you need. We tailor our approach to fit each client&rsquo;s unique requirements. We stay accountable by updating you before you have to ask and fixing any issues fast. If we don&rsquo;t have an answer straight away, we&rsquo;ll find it and get back to you &ndash; no chasing, no excuses. We keep it real &ndash; no jargon, no vague responses &ndash; just honest conversations with people who want to get it right. Our approachability and responsiveness means we build genuine relationships that encourage open and honest dialogue. And we stay ethical by putting transparency first, doing the right thing even when no one&rsquo;s watching. From compliance to candidate care, we protect your business, without the drama.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">Time for an agency partner review?</h3>
<ul>
<li style="text-align: justify;">If your partner&rsquo;s making life harder than it needs to be, it might be time for a review. Ask yourself:</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Am I getting timely and <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/the-power-of-transparent-pricing-in-recruitment/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">transparent</a> updates?</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Does my provider really understand <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/building-your-dream-team-why-quality-candidates-are-the-game-changer-your-business-needs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">my business</a>?</li>
<li style="text-align: justify;">Are problems resolved quickly and openly?</li>
</ul>
If the answer to any of those is no, maybe it&rsquo;s time to try a different approach. Ready for stress free staffing? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Let&rsquo;s talk.</a>
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&nbsp;

Stress free staffing, the final frontier: supplier relationships and communication

Welcome to the time of year when the football seasons wrap up, bank holidays roll in, and suddenly the idea of showing up on time becomes&hellip;optional?
If you&rsquo;re in the industrial sector, you&rsquo;ve probably seen the pattern: warmer weather, longer days, and a spike in no-shows and late arrivals. Add a couple of last-minute &ldquo;sick days&rdquo; into the mix, and your morning shift plan can start to look more like wishful thinking than concrete reality.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">It starts with prevention, not panic</h3>
We&rsquo;ve seen enough staffing schedules unravel to know this much: the best way to handle no-shows is to stop them before they happen. That starts with proper screening and onboarding, making sure every candidate is suited to the job role, shift pattern, and working environment before they ever step foot on site. Pre-screening calls, reference checks, red flag spotting &ndash; it&rsquo;s all part of how we lay solid foundations. And with a national recruitment centre and regional teams on hand, we can mobilise workers within 48 hours, to make sure our clients are fully staffed and moving.
From there, we focus on staying one step ahead. Weekly updates. Shift reconfirmations. Clear absence procedures. We stay in touch, not just when something goes wrong, but on a regular basis. Because when you check in often, you spot problems before they snowball. And if someone is unavailable last minute? A two-hour call-in window gives us time to step in. When they&rsquo;re back? We have a quick catch-up. No clipboard grilling, just a simple check to make sure they&rsquo;re okay &ndash; because sometimes the small conversations are the most telling.
And when workers move on, we don&rsquo;t just wave them off; we ask questions. Feedback on the onboarding process, work schedules, and the day-to-day reality of the job helps us spot what&rsquo;s working (and what&rsquo;s not). It&rsquo;s how we refine our approach, keep engagement high, and boost retention over time.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">When life throws a curveball</h3>
No matter how much you prepare, sometimes people get sick. Cars break down. Alarms don&rsquo;t go off. We get it &ndash; and we plan for it.
If someone drops out, we&rsquo;re already on it. The search functionality in our candidate management system helps us identify trained, available workers in seconds &ndash; and once we&rsquo;ve got the list, our team moves fast, making direct calls and running targeted searches to get someone on-site without missing a beat.
And we don&rsquo;t just plug holes &ndash; we look for patterns, tightening things up before small issues become big problems. Reacting quickly is important. Learning from it? Even better.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">A safety net you can count on</h3>
We&rsquo;re all about finding candidates who show up, stay on track, and keep everything running without a hitch. But we also know things can go off course. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;ve always got a backup plan ready, so when the unexpected happens, you&rsquo;re never left scrambling to fill the gap.
Sunshine, sick days, sudden no-shows &ndash; we can&rsquo;t control when they hit, but we can make sure you&rsquo;re never caught out. So, if your current setup isn&rsquo;t cutting it, <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">let&rsquo;s talk. </a>We&rsquo;re here to <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/lets-get-started/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">help you </a>smooth things out.

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Benefits So, the core values sound like a good fit for you &ndash; but what else is on offer?<ul><li>25 days holidays plus bank holidays</li><li>An additional &frac12; day on your birthday</li><li>Vouchers on your work anniversary to say thank you from us</li><li>Industry-leading bonus scheme</li><li>Private medical insurance (after qualifying period)</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Annual company awards event</li></ul>What are you waiting for? We&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

<div class="description"><h3>What makes Premdor a different kind of workplace?</h3>&nbsp;What makes working for this leading company different? Well, that&rsquo;s easy:&nbsp;They understand that people are key and are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another.&nbsp;They hire people that demonstrate integrity under pressure. Integrity is at the foundation of everything they do. It is in each door they make, in their commitment delivery and in their honest and sincere communication.</div>

<div class="description"><h3>Be part of the innovation&nbsp;</h3>&nbsp;Masonite Group within the UK has brought together a collection of industry leading manufacturers to offer an inspirational range of internal and external doors that will help you define the contemporary spaces of today and tomorrow.&nbsp;They offer the latest trends, doorset product solutions and standard value for money door offerings, Masonite are eager to find solutions that suit the needs of its customs and help define their space.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>

<div class="text-white text-decoration-none"><div class="w-100 d-inline-block mb-4"><h1>Get in touch</h1></div><div class="d-flex justify-content-between"><div class="d-flex-row p-2">Branches- gap personnel</div><div class="d-flex-row p-2"><div>Tel: <a class="text-white text-decoration-none" href="tel:01709 918533">01709 918533</a></div><div>Email: <a class="text-white text-decoration-none" href="mailto:rotherhamjobs@gap-personnel.com">rotherhamjobs@gap-personnel.com</a></div></div></div></div>

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Operating from one of our regional branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.                

<div class="description"><h3>Start your new job today at Premdor in Darton in partnership with gap personnel!</h3>&nbsp;Join the team at Premdor in Darton with gap personnel!We are hiring the following roles at Premdor:<ul><li>FLT Drivers</li><li>Warehouse Operatives</li><li>Assembly Operatives</li><li>Machine Operatives</li><li>CNC Operatives</li><li>Immediate starts available!</li></ul>&nbsp;Apply for jobs at Premdor or get in touch today.</div>

<h2>Permanent full time and part time jobs working directly for The Range</h2>Jobs available with great pay rates:&nbsp;<ul><li>Warehouse Associates</li><li>Forklift drivers</li><li>Shift Managers</li><li>Front Line Managers</li><li>Supervisors</li><li>Goods in/out team</li><li>Warehouse / MHE team</li></ul>

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As our business grows, so does our need for great people to join us.Did you know that happy employees stay in their job on average four times longer than unhappy employees? It’s why we work so hard to build a workplace that’s a supportive, fun place to grow.And not to blow our own trumpet but we really do look after our staff – so much so, that in 2024 we were officially acknowledged as a ‘World Class Company to Work For’ when we were awarded a best companies 3-star accreditation, achieved through "outstanding" commitment to workplace engagement.We look for team members who embody our core values; innovative - Consultative, Accountable, Real and Ethical. Sound like you? Then check out our current vacancies. And if there’s nothing that tickles your fancy right now please don’t hesitate to get in touch about future opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.&nbsp;

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<h5>Our branches offer regional coverage.</h5>Get in touch with the team who are most local to you; either give them a call or drop your message in the get in touch form.

It's pretty tricky to talk about who we are without sounding like it’s all about us – it's not, but we understand why you might want to know a bit more about us when deciding if we’re the right fit for your business.So, if it's a quick intro you're after have a little watch of the video below to find out how a small start-up in North Wales grew to be one of the largest industrial recruitment businesses in the UK with the financial backing that comes with being part of R Capital's strategic portfolio.

Operating from one of our many branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.

This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.We operate in a manner where continuous 360 feedback is encouraged and proactively sought to enable us to identify areas where further development or improvement is required.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation. We always look to ensure that we fully identify the needs of our customers, operate our business in a manner which not only meets the needs of our customers, but, where possible, exceeds them.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them. Delivering appropriate training to our teams meaning everyone at The Company understands how to do their job and always aim to do it right first time. 

We are not faceless; we’re people who work on a national basis across a range of sectors, all towards a common goal. Let’s have real conversations about needs and how we can help. Regularly review our service provision processes. Identify the potential for errors, review and seek countermeasures and implement improved processes and controls to eliminate them.

We offer peace of mind through ethical and compliant practices, for clients, candidates, and employees. Maintain a fair and creative work environment that respects and rewards new ideas, innovation and hard work. 

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/employers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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<h5>Vision</h5>To become the first-choice recruitment partner by developing a brand that our customers, candidates, and employees are proud to be associated with.

<h5>Mission</h5>Through real people providing real solutions, our customers and candidates experience a true recruitment partnership. As a national provider with local presence, we are proud to deliver ethical and flexible employment solutions, accredited training, and people development.

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If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business.gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the jobWhilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the futureBy applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our <a href="/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>

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It’s right there in the job title, ‘Recruitment Consultant’. We want to understand exactly what you’re looking for in your next role; your salary expectations, where you can travel to, shift patterns that will work for you. Only by consulting with you can we find you a role that fits your wants and needs.

If we say we’ll do it, then we’ll do it. Got a query? If we don’t already have the answer we’ll find out and get back to you. Is something not quite working out with your job role? We want to know so we can try and resolve it.

We want to get to know you so we can support you personally. By being approachable and responsive we will build a real relationship with you so we can have open and honest conversations.

We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but more it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

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We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support you through your initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

Want to know why jobseekers come back to us time and time again? It's because we care. We always ask our jobseekers and workers for feedback at every stage of their journey with us, and then we act upon it.We're 'people' people through and through, and we recognise that you are at the core of everything we do &ndash; it's embedded in our core values.

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<h6>Get in touch</h6><ul><li>Our teams are ready to help, no matter how big or small your requirements.</li><li>We can offer high volume temporary workforce supply with an onsite provision, a local branch-based team, or a combination of the two if you have multiple operations, or resourcing for permanent workers &ndash; just let us know what you need.</li><li>Drop us your vacancy needs and we&rsquo;ll give you a call back, or head over to our contact page and get in touch with your local team today.</li></ul>

Need new industrial staff for your business?We can help you recruit temporary and permanent employees in Warehousing, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG and many other blue-collar roles.With over 50 hubs across England and Wales made up of high-street branches and onsite managed services, we're confident we can source and hire the candidates you're looking for.Please let us know your requirements and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

<div>Premdor is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of timber doors. They supply both interior and exterior doors and their extensive range also includes everything from French and folding doors to doorsets. Their products benefit from almost 90 years of experience in door and joinery manufacturing. Premdor was the first joinery manufacturer to produce and sell moulded panel doors in the UK and, as a result, they have gained an unrivalled reputation for offering new joinery solutions to the market.</div>

<div class="description"><h2>Do you have high-volume temporary requirements?</h2>Onsite supply solution:<ul><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">Your dedicated contract management team will be based within your operation as an extension of your operational team.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">They&rsquo;ll be right there to partner with you to target improvements across key areas like planning, fulfilment, pre-placement training, productivity, and compliance.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">But it&rsquo;s about so much more than operational delivery; candidate engagement at every stage of the journey is central to success. We&rsquo;ll work with you to increase candidate attraction and minimise worker attrition so you can benefit from the associated efficiency gains.</li></ul>Want to hear more about what our onsite team can do for you? We have a specialist high-volume implementation team ready to support a seamless, fully-risk-managed transition to our service &ndash; let&rsquo;s get the conversation started.</div>

Recruitment isn&rsquo;t without its challenges - compliance, audits, candidate quality, transparent pricing, clear communication, and reliable partnerships. At gap personnel, we don&rsquo;t just promise solutions, we deliver them. But don&rsquo;t take our word for it. Hear from businesses who&rsquo;ve trusted us to get it right, every time.

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