The role involves setting and operating Mazak machinery, laser cutting equipment, and XYZ CNC lathes to produce high-quality components to specification. You'll be responsible for monitoring machine performance, carrying out quality checks, reading engineering drawings, and ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

To be successful, you should have:

• Experience operating Mazak machines, laser cutting equipment, or XYZ CNC lathes
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using measuring equipment and carrying out quality inspections
• A good understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments
• Previous experience within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, or precision machining environments would be advantageous, although training can be provided for the right candidate with relevant machine operating experience.

In return, the company offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and excellent long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, with an early finish on Fridays.

If you're looking for your next opportunity within a high-quality manufacturing environment and have experience operating CNC machinery, we'd love to hear from you.

Looking for a stable warehouse role with variety and long-term potential? This could be the perfect fit.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing logistics company based in Letchworth. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Operative with Counterbalance and Reach forklift licences to join a busy and supportive team.

The Role:

• Operating Counterbalance and Reach forklifts safely and efficiently
• Loading and unloading deliveries
• Picking and packing orders
• Stock control and inventory management
• General warehouse duties and maintaining a clean workspace
• Working as part of a team to meet daily targets

What We’re Looking For:

• Valid Counterbalance and Reach forklift licences (essential)
• Previous warehouse experience
• Good attention to detail
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Overtime available
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• On-site parking
• Immediate start available

If you’re an experienced warehouse operative looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking engineering business for an experienced Injection Mould Toolmaker to join their modern, well-equipped toolroom team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a precision engineering environment using industry-leading equipment, including Hurco machining centres, Sodick wire eroders, Sodick CNC spark eroders, Jones & Shipman grinders, alongside in-house design using Pro Engineer and CAM programming via Powermill.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this hands-on role, you will be involved in the manufacture, modification, and maintenance of high-quality injection mould tools, including:

• Operating manual milling machines and lathes
• Surface and cylindrical grinding using precision equipment
• Working with CNC wire and spark erosion machinery
• Modifying and repairing injection mould tools to a high standard
• Manufacturing and fitting new mould tools from start to finish
• Using hand tools for fitting, finishing, and assembly work
• Wiring and fault finding on hot runner systems
• Supporting general toolmaking, milling, grinding, and precision fitting tasks

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in injection mould toolmaking
• Strong background in high-precision machining, milling, grinding, and fitting
• Experience assembling, repairing, and modifying complex mould tools
• Ability to work accurately under tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety
• Experience preparing new mould tools for production
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a small, close-knit team

What’s On Offer

• Full-time, permanent position
• Competitive salary (depending on experience)
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• On-site parking
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities available

Working Hours

Monday to Friday
41.5 hours per week
Overtime available

The role involves operating chemical process and water treatment equipment, supporting the production of aerospace components, and ensuring work is completed in line with customer specifications, quality procedures, and safety standards. You’ll also monitor tank levels, complete process checks, record production information, and help keep the area clean, safe, and well organised.

To be successful, you should have:

• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidence working with technical documents and process instructions
• Strong Health & Safety awareness
• Good computer skills
• A practical, reliable, and focused approach
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime when required

Experience with chemical processing or wet chemical analysis would be beneficial, but full training can be provided for the right candidate.

In return, the company offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and long-term career prospects within a stable and growing aerospace manufacturing business.

If you’re looking for a hands-on technical role within a high-quality manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

The role involves carrying out electrical and mechanical maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and planned preventative maintenance across manufacturing machinery, plant equipment, and site facilities. You’ll play an important role in keeping production running safely and efficiently while supporting ongoing improvements across the site.

To be successful, you should have:

• Electrical and mechanical maintenance experience
• Fault finding and repair experience within manufacturing or production environments
• Knowledge of PLC-controlled machinery, hydraulics and pneumatics
• A proactive and problem-solving attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Experience within aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing environments would be beneficial, along with any maintenance qualifications or electrical certifications.

In return, the company offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, with an early finish on Fridays.

If you’re looking for your next maintenance engineering opportunity within a high-quality manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Quality Inspector to join a leading aerospace manufacturing business in Royston. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a skilled and supportive team within a high-quality engineering environment.

The role involves inspecting parts and components throughout the manufacturing process to ensure they meet customer drawings, specifications, and quality standards. You’ll be using measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high quality standards across production.

To be successful, you should have:

• Experience using measuring equipment and inspection tools
• The ability to read technical drawings and specifications
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and computer skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Experience within aerospace or knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 would be beneficial, but training can be provided for the right candidate.

In return, the company offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, with an early finish on Fridays.

If you’re looking for your next opportunity within a professional engineering and manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a hands-on and reliable Insulations Operative to join a growing manufacturing team in Royston. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, likes working with their hands, and takes pride in producing quality products.

No previous insulation experience is needed as full training will be provided. We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, good attention to detail, and the ability to work well within a team.

The role will involve:

• Cutting and assembling insulation materials
• Using templates, hand tools and production instructions
• Sewing and finishing insulation components
• Working as part of a skilled production team

To be successful, you should be:

• Practical and good with your hands
• Able to sew or have basic sewing skills
• Reliable, hardworking and willing to learn
• Comfortable working in a team environment

In return, the company offers a competitive salary, great benefits, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and a long-term opportunity within a supportive and friendly team. Hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, with an early finish on Fridays.

If you’re looking for a new hands-on opportunity with full training and long-term prospects, we’d love to hear from you.

The role involves TIG welding and fabricating sheet metal components, producing ducts, assemblies, and fabricated parts to a high standard. You’ll be working from engineering drawings and technical instructions as part of a skilled and supportive production team.

To be successful, you should have:

• TIG welding and fabrication experience
• The ability to read engineering drawings
• Good attention to detail and quality
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

In return, the company offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package, overtime opportunities, ongoing training, and long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30, with an early finish on Fridays.

If you’re looking for your next welding and fabrication opportunity within a high-quality manufacturing environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Senior Recruitment Consultant / Team Leader – Royston

Ready to step up without the corporate headaches?

We're a small, independent recruitment agency in Royston looking for an experienced Senior Consultant or Team Leader to join our team. You'll run your own desk while supporting and developing our existing consultants—a genuine leadership role with real autonomy.

What's in it for you:

• No red tape – Decisions get made, not delayed. You'll have the freedom to work your way.

• Supportive environment – Collaborative team, ongoing training, and people who actually want to see you succeed.

• Career progression – This is a chance to take on more responsibility and shape your future with us.

What we're looking for:

• Proven track record in recruitment (360 or similar)

• Experience mentoring or leading others (formally or informally)

• Self-motivated, commercially minded, and ready to grow a desk

If you're tired of being a number at a big agency and want somewhere you can genuinely make an impact call Julie for more information 07789 754589 or email julie@mumfordworrall.co.uk

📍 Based in Royston | Competitive package

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation with a strong reputation for quality, technical expertise and long-term career development.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Internal Mechanical Engineering Supervisor to lead and support a busy workshop team. This is a hands-on leadership position, ideal for someone with a strong electro-mechanical background and extensive experience working with industrial mechanical equipment.

You will play a key role in overseeing daily workshop operations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate workshop engineers on a daily basis
Provide technical guidance and hands-on support where required
Manage workflow and ensure jobs are completed within required timeframes
Review, organise and maintain accurate job sheets and documentation
Carry out fault finding, diagnosis and repair of mechanical equipment
Ensure all work meets strict quality and health & safety standards
Support continuous improvement across workshop operations

What We’re Looking For
Proven experience working with industrial mechanical equipment including:
Electric motors (single and three phase)
Pumps (freshwater, sewage, hot and cold water)
Gearboxes
Fans and blower units

Strong electro-mechanical background
Previous experience in a senior engineering or supervisory role
Confident fault finding, diagnosing and repairing complex equipment
Experience working within a busy workshop environment
Ability to read engineering drawings and identify components accurately
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communicator with the ability to lead and support a team
Able to work independently and under pressure
Full UK driving licence

Working Hours
39 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 16:30
Friday: 08:00 – 15:30

Salary & Benefits
£35,000 – £40,000 per annum
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension
Employee discount
Canteen facilities
Free on-site parking

Overtime and call-out work available, paid at premium rates

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer with a strong machining background to work in a stable, supportive environment producing high-quality precision components for a range of industries.

The Role

You will be responsible for machining precision components using manual lathes, primarily working with metal and plastic materials. The role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles and the ability to produce accurate, high-quality parts to specification.

Key duties include:

• Operating manual lathes to manufacture precision components
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and specifications
• Setting up and adjusting machines to ensure accuracy and safety standards
• Using hand tools, power tools, and equipment for grinding, milling, and assembly tasks
• Carrying out quality inspections using measuring equipment such as micrometers and verniers
• Performing basic calculations relating to tolerances, dimensions, and materials
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience operating manual lathes
• Strong machining background (turning, grinding, milling, assembly)
• Good mechanical understanding of tooling and fixtures
• Ability to read engineering drawings confidently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Canteen and on-site parking
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discounts
• Company events and a supportive working environment

If you’re a decisive, commercially minded leader who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and a hands-on, client-facing role, this is a standout opportunity to run and grow a well-established branch.

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, an established industrial engineering business with a long-standing reputation, for an experienced Branch Manager to take full ownership of their Hertfordshire operations, in Ware.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership role where you’ll run the branch as your own business—driving performance, developing people, and ensuring contracts are delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest standard.

The Role

You’ll have overall accountability for branch performance, reporting directly to the Operations Director and working closely with them on strategy, operations, and growth. Your remit will span finance, operations, sales, people management, and future expansion.

This is a hands-on role—no two days are the same. The right candidate will also be client-facing, promoting the business, building relationships, and driving sales while managing the branch team.

Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for branch operations, performance reporting, and future planning

• Ownership of monthly and annual P&L, ensuring margins are maintained

• Oversight of factory and field operations, ensuring labour and resources are correctly allocated

• Working closely with sales and project teams to deliver contracts efficiently and profitably

• Managing internal and external sales activity to secure the right contracts at the right price

• Ensuring appropriate plant, transport, and investment are in place

• Leading on health & safety, quality, and environmental standards

• Full HR responsibility including recruitment, training, development, and performance management

• Identifying and driving opportunities for growth and expansion

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Branch Manager

• Experience within engineering, steel, or industrial doors

• Strong people leadership skills with a proven ability to build, motivate, and manage teams

• Hands-on approach with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, varied role

• Client-facing skills with the confidence to promote the business and drive sales

• Commercially astute with solid financial and operational understanding

• Target-driven, eager, and motivated to grow the branch and the business

• Confident communicator, able to work effectively at all levels

• Strong customer relationship skills

• Full UK driving licence

What’s on Offer

• £65,000–£75,000 per annum

• Company car or car allowance

• Company pension

• Up to 25 days holiday per year

• Full support and backing from an experienced Operations Director