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14 August 2019
The holiday season is in full flow. Whilst many are enjoying a Summer break, recent research shows that not all workers are receiving their holiday entitlement as they should. UK workers are entitled ... read more
16 July 2019
With the holiday season now upon us, it is timely to consider two recent decisions in the seemingly endless stream of holiday pay cases that we have witnessed in recent years. Must holiday pay include... read more
28 April 2019
Removal of the Swedish Derogation The Agency Workers (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (the “Regulations”) were made on 28 March 2019 and will come into force on 6 April 2020. The practical effect of the R... read more
18 December 2018
BREAKING NEWS: Government Releases its Good Work Plan and Commits to “largest upgrade in a generation to workplace rights”! The Good Work Plan (“the Plan”) has been released by the Government along wi... read more
7 November 2018
With recruitment activity now at record post-recession levels and competition for the best candidates hotting up, it may be timely to review your current recruitment procedures. Here are our top 10 ti... read more
30 September 2018
Over the past 12 months, we have noticed an increased demand from clients for part-time workers and similarly an increased number of candidates seeking reduced hours working. Whilst it may be interest... read more
Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical bias)
Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical bias) We are seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician (Electrical bias) with a salary of up to £46,000 on offer, together with an attractive range of benefits which includes annual...
Coded Welder
Coded Welder Coded Welder North Tyneside Temporary to Permanent Up To £17 Per Hour Kelburn Recruitment are currently seeking a Coded Welder to join our client based in the North Tyneside area...
Welder/Fabricators
Welder/Fabricators Welder / Fabricator North Tyneside Up To £15 per hour Kelburn Recruitment are currently seeking MIG Welder/Fabricators to join our client based in the North Tyneside area. The successful candidate will...
Production Operative
Production Operative Due to an extremely busy order book, our client who have a strong global presence are looking to bolster their production and manufacturing staff. Working on a continental shift pattern,...
Production Operative Due to an extremely busy order book, our client who have a strong global presence within the food industry are looking for production operatives to join them on a temp...
General Operator
General Operator General Operative £11.11 per hour plus Overtime Full time Temp to Perm Opportunities Due to an extremely busy order book, Kelburn Recruitment are currently recruiting General Operatives for one of...
RTW Penalties – Home Office ups the ante
RTW Penalties – Home Office ups the ante The crack down on illegal working in the UK continues apace into 2024. Regionally we are seeing an increase in activity in the North East generally and disturbing reports of several offences being uncovered in the Yorkshire area in particular....
Manufacturing Industry’s Expectations for 2024
Manufacturing Industry’s Expectations for 2024 As we approach the end of the year we’ve been trawling the internet for industry thoughts on the next 12 months and beyond. Here is what we’ve found. The manufacturing industry has been transformed by technology, and the trend is...
Achieving Sustainability in Manufacturing
Achieving Sustainability in Manufacturing Sustainable manufacturing is the process of creating products that have minimal negative impact on the environment, society, and economy. In recent years, sustainable manufacturing has gained more attention as individuals and organizations are becoming increasingly aware of the need to...
The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Manufacturing: Benefits and Challenges
The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Manufacturing: Benefits and Challenges AI is transforming the manufacturing industry by optimizing efficiency, improving quality control, and reducing costs. However, the widespread adoption of AI also comes with significant challenges that manufacturers must address to reap the benefits fully. At its core, AI is...
Current Challenges in Manufacturing: Addressing Staff Shortages and Skill Gaps
Current Challenges in Manufacturing: Addressing Staff Shortages and Skill Gaps As the manufacturing sector continues to grow, businesses are facing a number of challenges that threaten their ability to remain competitive. Among the most pressing issues are staff shortages and skill gaps, which result in unskilled labor and a lack...
Minimum wage rates are increasing.
Minimum wage rates are increasing. The National Living Wage (NLW) is the minimum pay rate an employer can offer workers aged 23 and over and is set to increase by 9.7% on 1 st April 2023. This will be the largest single increase since the...