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Sewer
The Role
- Cutting and sewing materials using flatbed and overlock machines
- Working from technical drawings and patterns
- Checking finished work to ensure quality standards are met
- Maintaining machines and ensuring efficient operation
- Supporting production targets and deadlines
Reports to
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Cut & Sew Supervisor
Responsible for
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N/A
Department
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Operations
Role summary
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As a machinist at Modus, you will be integral to our furniture manufacturing process, expertly cutting and sewing fabrics on flat and overlock machines. You'll work with a variety of materials, ensuring precision and quality in every piece you produce.
Your role will include
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- Cutting and Sewing: Skilfully cut and shape materials using hand and machine tools, including flat and overlock machines.
- Material Management: Determine the quantity and type of materials needed, setting cutting machines to the correct patterns.
- Quality Control: Check finished work against pattern instructions, ensuring all pieces meet our high standards.
- Machine Maintenance: Perform daily cleaning and routine maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Technical Proficiency: Work from technical drawings and adjust machine settings for different jobs.
- Compliance: Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and internal quality requirements, maintaining accurate and legible records.
You need
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- Proven cutting and sewing skills, particularly with flat bed and overlock machines.
- Excellent levels of literacy and numeracy, with strong communication skills.
- The ability to follow written instructions and meticulously record activities performed.
You need to be
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- Adaptable to changing company requirements with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
- Reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working as part of a team
- Able to meet production targets and deadlines
- Flexible and willing to learn new sewing techniques
- Committed to maintaining quality standards
Standard working hours
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- Monday – Thursday (07.30 – 16.30)
- Friday (07.30 – 13.30)
A well-established specialist vehicle operator is seeking an experienced Senior LCV Technician or Master Technician to join its workshop team in Kidlington.
Operating a premium fleet of light commercial vehicles that travel throughout the UK and Europe, this business prides itself on maintaining exceptionally high mechanical, safety and presentation standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled technician looking for a role that offers autonomy, variety and long-term stability.
Job Title: Marine Engineer
Responsible to: Managing Director
Location: Based in Flushing, Falmouth, Cornwall
Remuneration: Competitive package to include private health care, matched pension contributions, life and accident insurance
Working as part of the shop floor team, you will be expected to bring your skills into the organisation to complete the varying projects in hand.
Specific skills required are fully skilled and current marine mechanical engineering on leisure and commercial craft engines and systems up to 1000hp.
Depending upon the strength of your skillset, you will be participating with other staff or leading in the delivery of projects across the spectrum of our activities.
Requirements
Client responsibilities
- Engaging with the clients while working on their vessels, promoting all the services of the company and underpinning their confidence in our activities
- Representing the company, its principals and standards to any prospective client
Staff responsibilities
Depending upon experience this role will require:
- Working as part of the team co-coordinating and maximising the efficient use of your time for the benefit of the company
- Working as part of the team in compliance with the company’s policies and procedures and accordingly address or report matters of concern
- Maintaining the quality of our service and addressing or reporting matters of concern
- Assisting in ensuring all of your activities are compliant with company Health and Safety rules and regulations
Corporate responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of additional services and facilities within the company
- Contribute to the business development plans of the company in all aspects
- Contribute to both the promotion and marketing of the company, its brand, reputation and activities
- Represent Falmouth Boat Co. and our values in your general conduct and dealings with all our stakeholders
Person specification
Function essential
- In depth and current knowledge of engineering and/or repair systems in relevant marine substrates and environments
- Deep awareness of Health and Safety principals and policies within a similar organisation
- Good understanding of the Falmouth Boat Co. business strategy and planning and a desire to be part of its future
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Full driving licence
Function desirable
- Hands on experience of systems of repair both electrical and mechanical
- Track record of customer service skills and/or training
People
- Ability to cultivate positive client and team relationships
- Natural collaborator
General
- Highly organised, confident and pro-active
- Innovative, creative and flexible
- Sense of humour!
About us:
Falmouth Boat Co. is the service brand of Falmouth Boat Construction Ltd. We are a privately owned small boatyard based on the South Coast of the South West of the UK in Flushing, Falmouth in Cornwall.
With a turnover slightly under £2m and a staff base of 30, our primary activities are based around the service and repair of all water borne craft up to 100ft and 100 tonnes. Our most regular market is 30-50ft yachts and leisure craft for refit and repair, complemented with commercial craft servicing up to 60ft.
Our leisure clients range from a spectrum of self-employed tradesmen and wealthy professionals to retired locals and famous individuals.
Our commercial clients are primarily local and range from harbour authorities to towage companies. We are, however, very proud to be one of the few repair yards in the country appointed to undertake repair work on RNLI craft.
We have limited facilities afloat so all our clients choose to come to us rather than feeling obliged through a mooring lay-up arrangement.
We also undertake a large amount of insurance repair work. This is more often than not the first time that new clients meet us and post repairs, hopefully to return in the future. This is the biggest growth area of our customer base.
The majority of our activities are based in Falmouth, and on our own site, however, we are developing an offsite and international support team with several of our clients in Europe. Our USP in such matters is the fact that UK clients take comfort in dealing with a UK company under UK law on their craft wherever it may be. This is a growing area of our
Head of Joinery
Kingston upon Thames
£45,000 - £50,000
Our client is a specialist manufacturer of high-end bespoke joinery products, delivering exceptional craftsmanship to discerning clients across the UK and internationally. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Head of Joinery to oversee and drive the performance of the business across sales, operations and production.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands bespoke joinery inside and out and can balance commercial awareness with operational excellence.
The Role
Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the joinery division, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards whilst maintaining productivity, profitability and client satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading and developing teams across sales, design, project delivery and production
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Overseeing projects from initial enquiry through to manufacture and completion
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Driving operational efficiency, productivity and quality standards
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Supporting and mentoring department managers and team leaders
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Reviewing processes and implementing improvements where required
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Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to client expectations
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Monitoring performance, workflow and resource planning across the business
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Maintaining exceptional attention to detail throughout all stages of project delivery
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Working closely with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders
About You
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Proven experience in a senior leadership position within a bespoke joinery, architectural joinery, furniture manufacturing or millwork business
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Strong understanding of joinery manufacturing processes and project delivery
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Experience managing multiple departments and teams
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Commercially aware with experience overseeing sales, quotations or client relationships
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Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
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Strong leadership and communication skills
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Able to drive performance whilst maintaining quality and craftsmanship standards
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Passionate about delivering exceptional bespoke products
What's on Offer
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£45,000 - £50,000 salary
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Opportunity to play a key role within a growing and ambitious business
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High degree of autonomy and influence
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Long-term career development opportunities
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Collaborative and supportive working environment
If you have a strong joinery background and are looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a growing operation, we'd love to hear from you.
Full job description
bench joiner/cabinet maker required to join our small team making high quality joinery and furniture. Must be able to work alone and as part of small team to high standards and be competent in traditional joinery methods.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £15.00-£22.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Great Barrington OX18 4UR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Joinery: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Draughtman / Designer
Specifics
Salary = £40k - £55K (subject to age/experience)
3-month probation
Hours – 8am – 5pm
Location: Office (RM4 1TU)
Private Health – After 1 year
Company pension – After 3 months
Travel allowance / company pool cars for project visits/meetings as required
Requirements:
Good communication skills
Good time management
Be able to work to deadlines
Experience of using Solidworks and AutoCAD.
Must be able to work within a wider team
An understanding of general carpentry and joinery works
Must drive due to office location
Draughtsperson / Designer – Joinery (Essex)
Hook (open with this):
- “SolidWorks/AutoCAD joinery design role, £40–55k, proper mix of drawing + real project involvement—not just churning drawings.”
What they’ll actually be doing:
- Producing manufacturable drawings (not just concept/design fluff)
- Working with production + projects → designs actually get built
- Site visits/meetings when needed (adds variety)
Why it’s a good move:
- Strong technical role → proper joinery detail, not basic CAD monkey work
- Exposure across full lifecycle (design → manufacture → install)
- Supportive team environment (not left alone to sink)
- Travel covered / pool cars available
Who it suits best:
- SolidWorks/AutoCAD user with joinery/furniture background
- Someone who enjoys practical, buildable design (not just visuals)
- Designer wanting more involvement in real projects
Watch-outs (be upfront):
- Office-based
- Must drive (location)
- Needs real joinery understanding—not just generic CAD
Role Overview:
Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: South Shields (office-based)
Reports To: Commercial Manager
Security Clearance: Required (to SC level)
UK Docks is seeking a motivated and organised Project Engineer to support our project department. This role plays a critical part in the planning and delivery of engineering projects for Royal Navy vessels. The Project Engineer will take ownership of the technical aspects of project delivery- working closely with internal departments, OEMs, contractors, and MOD stakeholders to develop, refine, and implement engineering solutions. The role reports directly to the Commercial Manager as part of the commercial team and is full-time, based in South Shields, UK. The ideal candidate will have strong project engineering skills, a solid foundation in marine, mechanical or electrical systems and a working knowledge of naval operations and engineering standards.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
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Develop, review, refine and prioritise multiple technical scopes of work in collaboration with suppliers, OEMs, and the customer.
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Oversee the engineering implementation of upgrades and modifications onboard vessels.
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Lead technical elements during project planning, ensuring all specifications and deliverables are clear and achievable.
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Provide engineering input and oversight during contractor and OEM activities, both on-site and remotely.
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Liaise with MOD representatives to ensure technical alignment and compliance with defence standards.
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Deliver projects from initial request through to execution and close out, ensuring all deliverables are met.
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Support the preparation of detailed work packages.
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Monitor progress, resolve technical issues, and ensure adherence to safety and quality requirements.
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Maintain accurate technical documentation and contribute to project reporting.
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Assist in cost and resource estimation, change control, and continuous improvement activities.
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Attend project client meetings as the lead engineer, being supported by the wider UK Docks team.
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Proactively assist the client to eliminate project problems and/or malfunctions to ensure that there are no consequential impacts to the vessel's operational capability or availability.
Qualifications & Attributes
Essential:
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HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, or Electrical Engineering (or similar discipline).
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Proven experience in a project engineering role, ideally within defence or marine sectors.
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Strong technical problem-solving skills with a hands-on understanding of engineering systems.
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Ability to manage multiple technical workstreams and liaise with diverse stakeholders.
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Familiarity with engineering project lifecycles, maintenance planning, and OEM coordination.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams).
Desirable:
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Experience supporting Royal Navy, RFA, or MOD-managed assets.
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Knowledge of Classification Society, Flag State, and defence-specific regulations.
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Project management training or certifications (e.g. APM, Prince2, or equivalent).
Benefits:
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23 days leave per year, rising to 25 after 4 years’ service, plus bank holidays.
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Holiday buy/sell scheme.
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Core hours (flexible working).
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Free parking.
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Company-matched pension scheme.