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With over 30 years (and counting) under our belt; we connect the regions’ most in demand high-performance candidates – with some of best performing, fastest growing destination employers. 

 

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Shipley

Summer Recruitment Trainee

£20,000 - £27,000 per annum
☀️ Summer Recruitment Jobs 2026 – Saltaire Looking for more than just a summer job? Want real business exposure, not just making the tea? We're an independent recruitment agency based in Saltaire, currently hiring students for summer work placements to meet growing demand from our clients. This isn't busywork — it's a genuine opportunity to build employability skills and gain hands-on recruitment experience. You'll get: ✅ Real exposure to how a business runs day-to-day ✅ A supportive team who'll invest in your development ✅ The chance to build skills and prove what you're capable of If you're an ambitious student looking for summer work experience, or your first step into a recruitment career, we want to hear from you. 📩 Get in touch today to apply — we're looking forward to hearing from you! #SummerJobs #StudentJobs #SaltireJobs #RecruitmentCareers #WorkExperience #JobsForStudents #Hiring2026 #CareerStart
Shipley

Recruitment Consultant – Engineering, Manufacturing & Healthcare | Graduate to Experienced

28-35K + uncapped commission OTE 70K+ + benefits including healthcare cash back plan
Recruitment Careers in Saltaire, West Yorkshire | Cubed Talent & Indigo Healthcare Recruitment Build a Career in Recruitment – Graduate & Experienced Recruiter Roles Available Are you ambitious, driven, and ready to make your mark in recruitment? Whether you're a recent graduate looking to launch your career, or an experienced recruitment consultant ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. We're hiring across two specialist recruitment businesses based in Saltaire, West Yorkshire: Cubed Talent, specialists in engineering and manufacturing recruitment, and Indigo Healthcare Recruitment, specialists in NHS, clinical, and healthcare recruitment. Graduate & Entry-Level Recruitment Jobs If you're hungry for success, enjoy connecting with people, and want a career where your effort directly translates into reward, recruitment could be the perfect fit for you. No two days are the same, and your earning potential grows fast as your skills and client relationships develop. This is an ideal opportunity for graduates seeking a fast-paced, people-focused career with genuine progression. Experienced Recruitment Consultant Roles We're especially keen to speak with experienced recruiters with a background in: Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Healthcare, Clinical & NHS Recruitment If you know your market, have a proven track record of billing and client management, and want to join a team that values "on the ground knowledge" and genuine, long-term client relationships, we'd love to talk. Salary dependent on experience, with strong commission and career progression opportunities. How to Apply Interested in a recruitment career with Cubed Talent or Indigo Healthcare Recruitment in Saltaire, West Yorkshire? Get in touch today: Stella Redgrave-Nevison 📞 07881 387351   Jess Heywood 📞 07387 269906   We look forward to hearing from you.
Shipley

Manufacturing Engineer

£40,676 plus bonus and benefits
Join one of the world's most technically respected names in the design and manufacture of specialist industrial machinery - a business with decades of engineering heritage, a reputation for excellence, a global customer base, and facilities in West Yorkshire, the USA and Asia.  As Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and improving processes across the operational areas - from designing new equipment and systems through to supporting new product introduction and championing change management. You will work cross-functionally across production, CI, maintenance and R&D, supported by a Senior Manufacturing Engineer throughout project phases. This is a great opportunity for an engineer looking to build their career in a technically stimulating environment with real variety. Compensation & Benefits Salary: £40,676 per annum Annual Bonus: Up to £2,200 (non-contractual) Healthcare: Health Cash Plan Annual Leave: 33 days Pension: Enhanced Pension Scheme Working Hours: Flexible start and finish times Location: Shipley (occasional travel to Leeds site) What You'll Be Doing Designing new systems, equipment and processes to support new product introduction across all operational areas Working cross-functionally from initial product conception through to full production and industrialisation Supporting Design for Manufacture (DfM) and Design for Assembly (DfA) development meetings Supporting the review and tender stages for new capital equipment, helping to define technical specifications Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders to support live projects Supporting PFMEA development and updates in line with process changes Owning the ECR/ECN change management process for projects Liaising with R&D to ensure new products can be assembled with the correct equipment and processes in place Evaluating and improving manufacturing processes with a focus on quality, efficiency and speed Embracing SQDC (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) across all projects What We're Looking For Qualifications & Knowledge HND or Foundation Degree in Manufacturing Engineering (ideally working towards a full degree) Understanding of metalworking processes and assembly operations Working knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing BOMs (eBOM/mBOM) Understanding of no fault forward by design principles Experience Experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment, including fixtures and poke yoke Experience commissioning new operations and working as part of project teams Skills & Attributes Proficient in CAD (2D and 3D) - AutoCAD and Siemens NX preferred Strong problem-solving ability Good time management across concurrent tasks and projects Clear communicator with a collaborative, team-focused approach Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset How to Apply To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Jess at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354 We would love to hear from engineering professionals ready for their next step.

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Our success is built on the people we connect and the relationships we nurture. The needs and aspirations of our clients and candidates are our priority, always striving to create opportunities that enhance careers and build strong, successful teams

We are guided by a clear sense of purpose — our work is more than just matching roles; it's about contributing to the long-term success and growth of individuals and businesses alike.

 

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You can be assured we uphold the highest ethical standards in every interaction, ensuring fairness, integrity, and respect. 

This is reinforced by our professional accreditations, framework-approved status and commitment to ethical practices - giving our clients and candidates peace of mind.

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Don't take our word for it - 5 star reviews make our day!

I can't thank Cubed enough for helping me get back into a full time job within a week of being back in Leeds. Thanks for helping me secure the interview and helping me improve my CV. A big thank you to the team

J HutchinsonCandidate

I’d like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding recruitment support provided by Jess. Her professionalism, clear communication, and dedication throughout the process made a real difference. She offered valuable guidance at every stage and ensured a smooth and efficient experience. Highly recommend her services to anyone!

A RehmanCandidate

Amazing agency, Alex Ingham is a super wonderful person, she was persistent in making sure everything went through in order to land me the job I wanted. 100% happy and would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you for your service Alex it is whole heartedly appreciated!

M AkhtarCandidate

Cubed is one of the best, if not the best, recruitment agencies on the market. Thanks to the team, I was able to secure a permanent position in a great company. The whole recruitment process went smoothly and quickly. My only regret is that I didn't encounter them earlier. 5-star service, full of professionalism and helpful advice. Can't recommend them enough.

L WasilewskiCandidate

We worked with Cubed for over three years and have recently re-engaged to support another long term and business critical project. They supported the business with setting up our RPO and therefore worked closely with both the HR and management teams. Cubed take the time to understand our recruitment needs and in particular the niche skills required in our business

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Meet our team

Cubed Talent is an independent, owner-operated recruitment specialist with deep roots in Yorkshire.

Co-founded by Rob Fleming, former Director of Pace Micro Technology, and recruitment veteran Steven Street, our business operates across fixed locations, onsite operations, and strategic hubs, and is even embedded in-house with clients.

With engineering, technology, and manufacturing at our core, we offer a unique blend of expertise.  Cubed have a highly experienced, proven and results driven team of sector specialists, working across the company.

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Q&A: NxTGeN with Jess Heywood

Introducing Jess Heywood, director and swiss army knife recruiter of Cubed Talent, discussing Cubed 2.0 and NxTGeN.
Q&A: NxTGeN with Jess Heywood

Q&A: Introducing Stella Redgrave-Nevison

This recent appointment of Stella as Managing Director is central to our NxTGeN succession strategy - elevating one of our best performing and exceptional managers - to lead the team into the future. This is why expertise matters.
Q&A: Introducing Stella Redgrave-Nevison