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Contact Gareth Taylor
Telephone 01633 760130
Email gareth.taylor@acornpeople.com
Website http://www.acornpeople.com
Address Head Office, , Somerton House, , Newport , South Wales , NP10 8FY
Description
The Acorn Group is one of the UK’s leading recruitment and training companies and is the largest agency in Wales.
On-going research confirms that over 96% of our clients would happily recommend Acorn to others (industry average is 87%), and 98% of job-seekers find Acorn’s service levels to be better than other agencies (industry average is 77%).
These figures are testament to Acorn’s philosophy that people are at the heart of our business and why Acorn is the partner of choice for many national and international organisations and job-seekers alike.
Acorn offers permanent, temporary and contract recruitment supported by a portfolio of training, learning and development solutions.
Acorn is a long-standing member of the 'Recruitment Employment Confederation (REC)' and is 'Investors in People' and 'ISO' accredited

Job Title Customer Service Coordinator
Salary/rate £16500 - £20000/annum
Location Bristol, South West
Job Number 109183001
Posted 25/05/2012 (16:56)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Acorn Recruitment is seeking to recruit a full time permanent Customer Services Coordinator working on behalf of our client, a well known international organisation based in North Bristol.

Salary - £16,500 - £20,000pa (depending on experience)

The successful candidate will be responsible for:-

-Taking responsibility for all aspects of account administration, account queries and sales support.
-Maintain timely and effective communication with customers: internal contacts and third parties.
-Process orders and requests in line with standard procedures and proposes improvements to procedures, where possible, to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
-Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products, customers, processes and suppliers.
-Build strong relationships with the rest of the supply chain (from buying to despatch) and work effectively with then to improve service to the customer.
-Build strong relationships with all customers.
-Gather information and drive improvements actions regarding:
-Future customer needs (volumes, promotions, trials etc.)
- Pricing
- Technical Issues
- Samples
-Remain aware of all health and safety issues relevant to the job.
-Remain fully flexible to meet business requirements.

To be considered for this position you will have previous experience within a customer service role working in a busy and demanding environment.
Experience of order processing and meeting tight deadlines
You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to integrate and work effectively with others.
Good organisational and administrative skills and be team orientated.
You will have excellent IT skills to include Word, Excel and ideally Lotus Notes and SAP.

The role attracts excellent benefits & prospects and a good working environment.


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Job Title Technical Information Officer - Italian
Salary/rate £17000 - £18000/annum
Location Bristol, South West
Job Number 105164755
Posted 25/05/2012 (16:41)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Acorn Recruitment is seeking to recruit an Italian speaking Technical Information Officer for their prestige client based in Portbury, close to Portishead, North Somerset.

As a member of a busy team, you will be managing all technical data of new and existing product formulations and ensuring that accurate and timely information is supplied to the appropriate customers, R&D, manufacturing and commercial teams. You will also assist in procedures relating to certain food safety issues and keeping abreast of forthcoming food-related legislation.

The ideal candidate will be:

Fluent in Italian
*PC literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office/Lotus Notes software
* Hold a science based qualification - ideally to 'A' level standard or equivalent
* Able to work accurately and quickly in a fast moving environment
* Self motivated and work on your own initiative have attention to detail
* Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a team

Hours of work are 8.45am-5.00pm, Monday-Friday and benefits include 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension scheme, subsidised canteen, free parking and an excellent working environment.

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Job Title Instrumentation Technician
Salary/rate £11.02 - £12/hour
Location Port Talbot, Wales
Job Number 107792546
Posted 25/05/2012 (16:21)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Responsibilities:

Maintenance, calibration and inspection of COMAH related instrumentation.
Carry out proof testing of safety related control systems and instrumentation.
Maintenance and inspection of DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations) related equipment.
Inspection, calibration and maintenance of quality critical instrumentation and control systems.
Safety testing of radiation sources and associated control systems.
Inspection, calibration and maintenance of Environmental related equipment eg ph probes.
System integrity checks and Inspection of COMAH related pipework.

Essential Criteria:

Candidates must be time served Instrument Technician educated to HNC level or equivalent.
A working knowledge of Instrumentation and Instrumented Control Systems in a process related industry.
CCNSG Site Safety Passport (can be provided if necessary)

Candidates must demonstrate safe working practises at all times as the company operates a Zero Compromise towards Safety
All successful candidates will be required to undertake a Medical/Drugs Test before commencing employment.

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Job Type Temporary
Contract Length ongoing
Start Date 04/06/12
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Job Title Web Developer
Salary/rate £30000 - £37000/annum
Location Cardiff, Wales
Job Number 113605667
Posted 25/05/2012 (16:14)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Web Developer

Web developer required for a multinational web based company based in their Cardiff office. The web developer will be experienced and well rounded with a strong knowledge in scalable web-based applications.

The web developer will work with a team of very experienced software developers and Key traits should include the ability to perform multiple roles in the application development process including- working with stakeholders to define requirements, and the design, coding, implementation, maintenance, documentation, and strategic planning of projects.

All web developer applicants should have strong experience with .NET/C#; above all, as a developer joining this team you will need to have a high aptitude and drive, as well as an ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.

The ideal developer will have an understanding of-

* C#
* ASP.NET
* Good Knowledge of XML and web services
* Experience / knowledge of SQL

Also previous experience in a software House / consultancy environment would be highly beneficial.

Web Developer Job Summary -

* Fulltime - Normal working hours
* Salary - up to £37,000
* Located in Cardiff

For more details please apply for an initial call back regarding the role / your experience.

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Job Title Plant Operator
Salary/rate £0 - £8.34/hour
Location Port Talbot, Wales
Job Number 127274919
Posted 25/05/2012 (15:13)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV We are currently recruiting for Construction/Steelworks Plant Operators for a contract in Port Talbot Steelworks.

A CPCS qualification in either Loading Shovel/360 Excavator or Rigid Chassis Dump Truck and experience is essential, an ECITB Site Safety Passport is also required. You will be trained on various other Plamt Machinery in a variety of different departments.

You will be working in a Steel Processing plant operating plant machinery on a four on - 42 hour Annualised Hourly Contract basis with a standby allowance. Successful applicants will be subject to a drug & alcohol test prior to commencing. A driving license is also required.

If you have the relevant experience & qualifications please apply with a detailed CV & recent references
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Contract Length 3 months
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Job Title Pro-vision Specialist
Salary/rate £400 - £450/day
Location Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Job Number 113605576
Posted 25/05/2012 (14:51)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Pro-vision Specialist - 450 per day - 6 month - Milton Keynes

Pro-vision Specialist required for one of the UKs leading transport companies. The Pro-vision management too has recently been implemented with this company and a Pro-vision Specialist is needed to work with the current team to manage data / modeling / setting up of systems.

The Pro-vision Specialist will be supporting business process improvement initiatives in developing business material and support delivery.

Ideally we are looking for candidates from a business operational background with a proactive forward thinking nature with experience using Pro-Vision.

Pro-vision Specialist Job Summary:
* Contract - Initially 6 months (with the view to extend)
* Salary - Up to £450 Per Day
* Location - Milton Keynes

For more details please apply with a short cover note to explain your suitability for an initial call back regarding the role / your experience.


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Job Title Legal Executive
Salary/rate £25000 - £30000/annum commission(20% over 3.5 times Salary
Location Cardiff, Wales
Job Number 114153531
Posted 25/05/2012 (10:57)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Executive to work on a full time basis in the Cardiff Bay. The salary is £35,000, depending on experience, plus commission (20% over 3.5 times the salary).

The position would ideally suit someone who is keen to make a future with our Client and develop, market and expand the Private Client Department and work with an approved Court of Protection appointed Deputy.

Experienced required

Must be an experienced Legal Executive who can work with minimal supervision and has a good academic and practical understanding of the areas involved. The candidate should demonstrate an ability to market, develop and expand the Department.

Work to be undertaken by the Successful Candidate

· Wills involving low, medium and high value Clients;

· Probate - below and above IHT limit;

· Setting up Trusts;

· Administering Trusts;

· Tax Returns for Trusts and Clients for whom they and Clients act as Deputy;

· Lasting Power of Attorney - Drafting and Registration; and

· Court of Protection procedure assisting the Senior Director as appropriate - Absolute experience in this field is not essential.

Particular requirements

The candidate must have empathy for the elderly and vulnerable Client and a passion for protecting their interests. You must appreciate and have experience of conditions affecting the elderly in order to sympathise and understand their plight.

Patience and Professionalism is a must, with an ability to gel with Clients and make them feel safe, secure, confident and protected in what the Candidate is doing for them.

Communication Skills are essential and form the backbone to the success of our Clients Company. An ability to communicate effectively, with the Client and others, so that they understand perfectly, orally and in writing, is essential. The candidate must be able to communicate complicated legal speak and jargon to a level that the Client can completely understand.

A resident of South Wales and a desire to remain so is preferable.

Preferences

· A STEP member would be desirable but not essential.

· Fully IT literate


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Start Date July 2012
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Job Title Diesel/Plant Fitter/Mechanic - Australia
Salary/rate £73500 - £80500/annum benefits
Location Lincolnshire
Job Number 107791957
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:54)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Diesel/Plant Mechanic - Australia

Due to continued client expansion, we are currently looking for Diesel/Plant Mechanics for fly in/fly out (FIFO) roles across Australia. These roles are initially project based and 3 year contract roles due to Visa restrictions however all roles will become permanent.

· The FIFO roles are generally 2 weeks of site based 12 hour shifts, followed by 1 week off, however there are many variations including 4 on / 4 off 12 hour shifts.

The main purpose of the roles is the repair and maintenance of Mobile Plant, Heavy Goods Vehicles and diesel powered hydraulic equipment.

Applicants should:

· Have served an Apprenticeship or be qualified in a relevant trade

· Have heavy earthmoving equipment repair and maintenance experience

· Possess up to date mechanical knowledge with heavy haulage and earthmoving equipment.

· Have good written & spoken communication skills

Duties will include:

· Repairs and maintenance on all mobile equipment and fixed plant, in accordance with manufacturers specifications

· Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems as they occur

· Support and embrace a preventative maintenance system

· Complete all fleet records so that effective reporting and scheduling may be maintained

· Identify and assist in purchasing parts

· Work with and communicate with other team members effectively.

· Ensure that safety concerns are paramount above production issues and immediately report any near misses, injuries, accidents or non-conformance to the Shift manager.

Package:

· For FIFO roles, salaries start from $110k (£73k), plus 9% pension. These salaries vary from site to site, depending on local site agreements.

As part of the package, we also offer free Visa application assistance, free flights and transfers to Australia, free accommodation on arrival, support in finding permanent accommodation, support to help you and your family settle in Australia, including assisting eligible family members to find work.


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Job Title Diesel/Plant Fitter/Mechanic - Australia
Salary/rate £73500 - £80500/annum benefits
Location Cardiff, Wales
Job Number 107791953
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:52)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Diesel/Plant Mechanic - Australia

Due to continued client expansion, we are currently looking for Diesel/Plant Mechanics for fly in/fly out (FIFO) roles across Australia. These roles are initially project based and 3 year contract roles due to Visa restrictions however all roles will become permanent.

· The FIFO roles are generally 2 weeks of site based 12 hour shifts, followed by 1 week off, however there are many variations including 4 on / 4 off 12 hour shifts.

The main purpose of the roles is the repair and maintenance of Mobile Plant, Heavy Goods Vehicles and diesel powered hydraulic equipment.

Applicants should:

· Have served an Apprenticeship or be qualified in a relevant trade

· Have heavy earthmoving equipment repair and maintenance experience

· Possess up to date mechanical knowledge with heavy haulage and earthmoving equipment.

· Have good written & spoken communication skills

Duties will include:

· Repairs and maintenance on all mobile equipment and fixed plant, in accordance with manufacturers specifications

· Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems as they occur

· Support and embrace a preventative maintenance system

· Complete all fleet records so that effective reporting and scheduling may be maintained

· Identify and assist in purchasing parts

· Work with and communicate with other team members effectively.

· Ensure that safety concerns are paramount above production issues and immediately report any near misses, injuries, accidents or non-conformance to the Shift manager.

Package:

· For FIFO roles, salaries start from $110k (£73k), plus 9% pension. These salaries vary from site to site, depending on local site agreements.

As part of the package, we also offer free Visa application assistance, free flights and transfers to Australia, free accommodation on arrival, support in finding permanent accommodation, support to help you and your family settle in Australia, including assisting eligible family members to find work.


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Job Title Diesel/Plant Fitter/Mechanic - Australia
Salary/rate £73500 - £80500/annum benefits
Location Maidstone, Kent
Job Number 107791950
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:47)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Diesel/Plant Mechanic - Australia

Due to continued client expansion, we are currently looking for Diesel/Plant Mechanics for fly in/fly out (FIFO) roles across Australia. These roles are initially project based and 3 year contract roles due to Visa restrictions however all roles will become permanent.

· The FIFO roles are generally 2 weeks of site based 12 hour shifts, followed by 1 week off, however there are many variations including 4 on / 4 off 12 hour shifts.

The main purpose of the roles is the repair and maintenance of Mobile Plant, Heavy Goods Vehicles and diesel powered hydraulic equipment.

Applicants should:

· Have served an Apprenticeship or be qualified in a relevant trade

· Have heavy earthmoving equipment repair and maintenance experience

· Possess up to date mechanical knowledge with heavy haulage and earthmoving equipment.

· Have good written & spoken communication skills

Duties will include:

· Repairs and maintenance on all mobile equipment and fixed plant, in accordance with manufacturers specifications

· Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems as they occur

· Support and embrace a preventative maintenance system

· Complete all fleet records so that effective reporting and scheduling may be maintained

· Identify and assist in purchasing parts

· Work with and communicate with other team members effectively.

· Ensure that safety concerns are paramount above production issues and immediately report any near misses, injuries, accidents or non-conformance to the Shift manager.

Package:

· For FIFO roles, salaries start from $110k (£73k), plus 9% pension. These salaries vary from site to site, depending on local site agreements.

As part of the package, we also offer free Visa application assistance, free flights and transfers to Australia, free accommodation on arrival, support in finding permanent accommodation, support to help you and your family settle in Australia, including assisting eligible family members to find work.


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Job Title Diesel/Plant Fitter/Mechanic - Australia
Salary/rate £73500 - £80500/annum benefits
Location Plymouth, Devon
Job Number 107791944
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:45)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Diesel/Plant Mechanic - Australia

Due to continued client expansion, we are currently looking for Diesel/Plant Mechanics for fly in/fly out (FIFO) roles across Australia. These roles are initially project based and 3 year contract roles due to Visa restrictions however all roles will become permanent.

· The FIFO roles are generally 2 weeks of site based 12 hour shifts, followed by 1 week off, however there are many variations including 4 on / 4 off 12 hour shifts.

The main purpose of the roles is the repair and maintenance of Mobile Plant, Heavy Goods Vehicles and diesel powered hydraulic equipment.

Applicants should:

· Have served an Apprenticeship or be qualified in a relevant trade

· Have heavy earthmoving equipment repair and maintenance experience

· Possess up to date mechanical knowledge with heavy haulage and earthmoving equipment.

· Have good written & spoken communication skills

Duties will include:

· Repairs and maintenance on all mobile equipment and fixed plant, in accordance with manufacturers specifications

· Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems as they occur

· Support and embrace a preventative maintenance system

· Complete all fleet records so that effective reporting and scheduling may be maintained

· Identify and assist in purchasing parts

· Work with and communicate with other team members effectively.

· Ensure that safety concerns are paramount above production issues and immediately report any near misses, injuries, accidents or non-conformance to the Shift manager.

Package:

· For FIFO roles, salaries start from $110k (£73k), plus 9% pension. These salaries vary from site to site, depending on local site agreements.

As part of the package, we also offer free Visa application assistance, free flights and transfers to Australia, free accommodation on arrival, support in finding permanent accommodation, support to help you and your family settle in Australia, including assisting eligible family members to find work.


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Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Salary/rate £11.28 - £11.79/hour
Location Birmingham
Job Number 117196479
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:42)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Mechanical Engineer
Birmingham
£11.28 - £11.79 per hour

Key responsibilities for the Mechanical Engineer role

Mechanical design of new products using a range of Industry standard design guidelines.
Testing of new assemblies on a range of test equipment e.g. vibration test equipment, Environmental Test Chambers.
Work alongside the senior design engineer to develop junior/new members of the design team.
Work within the existing Tough book design and Engineering teams.

Skills and experience require for the Mechanical Engineer role

Must be experienced in the use of Solid Works
Must have General Engineering knowledge and able to use basic engineering tools and measuring equipment
Must be experienced in the design of Sheet Metal and fabricated components and in the design of Plastic Mouldings and Machined parts.
Must have experience in Plastic component design.
Must have experience in the use of the basic Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Publisher)
Experience in the use of a FARO measuring system advantageous
Experience with the design of Electronic enclosures and emission ™s canning would be advantageous
Experience in simple mechanism design advantageous
Experience within the automotive industry would be advantageous

Knowledge of testing standards associated with installing aftermarket products into vehicles would be advantageous

Additional Specifications

Self-motivated
Team player
Ability to work in a fast paced but rewarding working environment.
Candidates will be asked for evidence of experience (Present past projects etc)
Presentation skills would be advantageous.
Accurate report writing.
Some European travel will be expected within this role so ability to travel (sometimes at short notice) will be required.


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Job Title Data Entry Clerk
Salary/rate £7.00/hour
Location Swansea, Wales
Job Number 126245667
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:34)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Are you looking for Temporary Work?
Do you have experience in Data Entry roles?

We are currently looking for a Data Entry clerk to complete a project for our client based in Carmarthen. You will need to have previous Data Entry experience and be proficient in Microsoft office. This is a short term temporary position.

To find out more please contact me today!
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Job Type Temporary
Contract Length 2 weeks
Start Date 26/05/2012
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Job Title Receptionist
Salary/rate £7.00/hour
Location Swansea, Wales
Job Number 126245663
Posted 25/05/2012 (09:22)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV We are currently looking for an experienced receptionist to work on the reception desk of this busy engineering company to cover holidays.

You will need to have previous reception experience and be computer literate in Microsoft Office. Experience from within a previous reception role is essential. You will also be required to do general administration duties.

This is a busy switchboard and you are the front of house contact for this engineering company.

To find out more please contact me today!
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Contract Length 2 Weeks
Start Date 28/05/12
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Job Title Wills & Probate Solicitor
Salary/rate £25000 - £30000/annum
Location Cardiff, Wales
Job Number 114153521
Posted 24/05/2012 (16:26)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Senior Director, is a Deputy Panel Member of the Court of Protection and is only one of four such deputies in the whole of Wales. He is very ably assisted in his deputyship work by his Trainee and existing Wills & Probate Solicitor.

The Wills and Probate Department is only manned by the successful candidate. She or he will be the sole fee earner in the Department but will work closely with the Senior Director and the Trainee in Deputyship matters.

The position is ideally suited for someone seeking a part time position in the first instance who might then be flexible to convert to full time if the volume of work in the Department requires it. However the client would consider employing a full time candidate who could demonstrate an ability to market, develop and expand the Department.

Experience required
Must be a qualified Solicitor of at least 3 years post Qualification Experience who can work with minimal supervision and has a good academic and practical understanding of the areas involved.

Salary £25k to £30k


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Job Title Sales Executive
Salary/rate £18000/annum Car, laptop, phone and commission
Location Wrexham, Wales
Job Number 129160453
Posted 24/05/2012 (13:43)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Sales Executive; Field Sales; Media Sales; Business to Business;

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a local company in the Wrexham area for a Sales Executive Account Manager.

As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for generating new business by selling advertising solutions to businesses across the whole of North and mid Wales. This is a field based role where you will be responsible for sourcing potential customers and developing leads.

You will be expected to take a fantastic brief from the businesses you talk to and deliver great presentations on the back of it. You must be able to deliver a pipeline of new business and a consistent conversion ratio, growing and developing your list as you deliver successful radio campaigns to local businesses in the region.

The Role:

· Working alongside a small sales team
· Sourcing and identifying new clients
· Developing new business as well as maintaining excellent relationships with existing clients
· Working towards challenging sales targets and closing deals

To be considered for this position, you must have proven sales experience, including a track record of hitting targets.

Experience selling advertising space in any medium in a tele or field sales environment would be an advantage.

You will have a strong understanding of the media and marketing departments (ideally), coupled with creativity, drive, motivation and passion to develop new business in a competitive market. You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to negotiate at all levels.

The Successful Candidate:

· Accomplished B2B or media sales person
· Excellent telephone manner, negotiation and presentation skills
· Enjoy selling to clients over the phone and thrive on developing cold relationships into key accounts

If you're determined and enjoy working in a creative and fun working environment APPLY NOW.

Car, laptop and mobile phone provided.


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Job Title Part Time HR Manager
Salary/rate £20000 - £30000/annum
Location Bedford, Bedfordshire
Job Number 123225426
Posted 24/05/2012 (11:59)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV HR Generalist, HR Advisor, Seniro HR Advisor, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, FMCG, Part Time, Food Manufacturing, Bedford

Acorn Recruitment is searching for a HR professional to join a food manufacturing company in Bedfordshire.

Reporting to the MD the purpose of the role is to assess and develop the HR strategy over two sites. This is a demanding and varied HR role therefore will suit a strong operational HR professional who is happy to work within a fast paced, high volume environment.

Experience within a food manufacturing environment and a relevant CIPD / degree qualification is essential.

Hours and days are flexible a the rewards in both salary and benefits are very competitive for the right candidate.


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Job Title Snr Project Planner - Senegal
Salary/rate £100000/annum Bonus + Flights
Location West Midlands, UK
Job Number 107791543
Posted 24/05/2012 (11:45)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Responsibilities

1. In conjunction with EPCM contractor create and revise preliminary master schedules for Construction detailing the sequence of all work to be performed.
2. Review master schedule for each project and identify and record the impact of work performed and not performed as scheduled. Evaluate actual construction progress and provide regular schedule updates.
3. Interface with EPCM contractors and Subcontractors to discuss impact of work and resolution of problems.
4. Contribute to the development of working schedules for Estimating, prior to proposal date, which sufficiently illustrate the sequence of work activities and contract time.
5. Prepare and issue proposal and preliminary schedule.
6. Incorporate Resource and/or Cost Loading data into schedules as required.
7. Assist Project management team in creating short-term schedules, monitor such schedules to determine impact on master schedule, and help in formulating actions to correct scheduling problems.
8. Provide information as needed on the content, modification, or presentation of project schedule.
9. The development of scope, schedule, budget and estimate to complete data for assigned tasks under the direction of the Project Engineering Manager
10. Help in the creation of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and development of schedules and budget data (including resource loading) for those WBS elements. Prepare schedule manpower and quantity progress and performance reports
11. Assemble and compile schedule and cost data and inputs into the project control database and provide output to the project team.
12. Monitor actual performance versus Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB). Prepare status reports and other related project planning and control documentation
13. Assist in managing project margins
14. Advise management of risks that may affect project profit, costs, schedules and client relations
15. Support the Project Management team in maintaining timely and effective change management processes, procedures and systems. Assist in the development and maintenance of any periodic (daily, weekly, monthly) status reports to keep management and/or owner informed on the project progress. These reports may include labor productivity, schedule status, financial analysis, Cost Performance Reports (CPRs) and earned value curves and reports on either direct or indirect construction activities that are a part of the work. Participate in the development of the Project Completion Report including the evaluation of all subcontractors and major vendors
16. Assisting the site superintendents with developing detailed construction work plans including forecast craft hours, material requirements, documentation requirements and installation equipment requirements
17. Coordinating with others to ensure the materials, documents and equipment are on site to proceed
18. Working closely with the Project Controls team to progress the baseline schedule and support the earned value progressing.

Person Specification

· Relevant Engineering background with significant experience of similar construction scheduling experience.
· Sound knowledge of schedule systems, principles and practices required.
· Working knowledge of computer scheduling programs specifically Primavera P6
· Must have excellent verbal/written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills
· French language skills an advantage


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Job Title Quality Engineer
Salary/rate £25000 - £30000/annum
Location Bristol, South West
Job Number 104242508
Posted 24/05/2012 (11:42)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Our client is a Japanese owned Company manufacturing automotive components for OEMs such as Honda, Toyota, Landrover and Ford with a UK base in Bristol.

We are currently looking to recruit a Quality Engineer for our Bristol site

Responsibilities would include first point of contact for all quality matters whether with the customer or internally, ensuring rapid containment, methodical problem analysis and permanent countermeasure resolution. It is our intention to create a small but friendly team and so you will be expected to support with training, improvement activities plus deputise for others including your manager as required.

In addition you would play an important role in assisting the overall team with the management of the project, the introduction and then management of tried and tested Quality procedures/systems so to meet the current and future requirements of TS16949, as well as supporting with daily liaison between the customer and Sanoh personnel at all levels.

The ideal candidate would be educated to degree level or at least possess relevant qualifications and MUST be able to show solid previous experience in a similar environment within the automotive industry.

Some mechanical/engineering experience would also be advantageous as well as a right first time attitude to all aspects of this role. You must be able to demonstrate a decent level of people skills, be able to communicate at all levels, flexible in your working hours as this is not a 9-5 role.

In return we offer a competitive salary package depending upon experience as well as 23 days holiday (plus statutory holidays) per year, life insurance and pension after qualifying periods.


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Job Title Procurement Specialist
Salary/rate £18 - £20.70/hour
Location Llandrindod Wells, Powys
Job Number 128210768
Posted 24/05/2012 (09:20)
Agency/Employer Acorn Recruitment
DescriptionRegister your CV Rate: £20.70 per hour
Location: Llandrindod Wells
Duration - 12 months

A local public sector organisation is looking to recruit a procurement specialist to co-ordinate, lead and manage procurement projects, working closely with functional departments including construction procurement and general procurement.
Role & Responsibilities:

* To assist the Corporate Procurement Unit Manager in providing procurement advice and practical support to the client, its Committees and Services in order to implement the Procurement Strategy.

* Ensure procurement projects are managed in accordance with EU Regulations and Corporate Standards, and deliver the required outputs to the required standard of quality within the specified constraints of time and cost.

* Prepare tender documentation in consultation with Services appropriate to the Service User needs and market conditions following a structured option appraisal.

* Identify and acquire data and other information to analyse markets, and tenders utilising for example price quality matrices and other tools, and make authoritative recommendations to Services.

* To assist with development, maintenance and operation of 'e' procurement systems in order to monitor the effectiveness of Procurement Plans and Strategies.

Qualifications/Experience:
Proven experience in operational/strategic procurement
Previous experience of liaising with all internal and external customers including operatives and contractors


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Contract Length 12 Months
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