trainee process operator jobs in Kilmarnock

You will be working with six people from principals to apprentices, liaising with operational managers, heads of departments as well as the Health & Safety teams. This role offers exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team whilst individually being given the opportunity for professional growth within the function.

You will set expectations, provide coaching, and create a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement. While technical knowledge is important, your priority will be people leadership; growing capability, succession planning, and ensuring the operational team has the confidence, tools, and mindset to thrive in a changing environment.

About PPS Logistics PPS Logistics is one of Scotland’s fastest-growing logistics providers, operating from five key sites across Central Scotland with a fleet of over 100 vehicles and a team of 170 dedicated professionals. We deliver excellence across parcel delivery, pallet distribution, freight forwarding, warehousing, and haulage. About the Role As part of our 2026 growth and succession...

Job Description Finance Director, PE backed Manufacturing, Kilmarnock, £DOE+ 20% bonus + benefits Cedar has been exclusively engaged by a mid-market Private Equity firm in search of a Finance Director for a profitable c.£30m t/o Manufacturing business. This is a pivotal leadership role, partnering closely with a newly appointed, CEO to help shape the next phase of the company's journey. The...

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers.About the CompanyThe company you'll be joining recognises the importance of...

You will work at your administrative base or another agreed office location between 2.5 to 4 days per week and only occasionally from home. It is the expectation that all office-based employees (with the exception of those working in schools) will work to the higher end of their allocated workstyle in terms of time spent in the office or at other work locations

You will be communicating with the client to ensure that contract negotiations, interpretation and disputes are resolved in a timely manner. Key Responsibilities Commercial Management: Develop and implement commercial strategies to ensure project profitability and risk mitigation.

You will support the Finance Manager and Finance Director while taking real ownership of inventory, margins and variance analysis. It suits someone who likes understanding how things work on the ground, not just reporting on them. What you will be doing - Managing daily inventory control with accurate analysis and reporting

Speedy are the UKs leading hire provider with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services everything for every job! Job Title - Hire Controller Location - Kilmarnock Working Hours - Mon - Fri, 07:30 - 17:00 - 42 hours per week Based in the depot, the Hire Controller is a vital part of operations on the front line of sales and customer service. Relationship...

Management Accountant Ayrshire Salary up to £50k (DOE) + Benefits Lusona Consultancy are recruiting for a ‘Management Accountant’ to join a dynamic finance team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in financial reporting and analysis, with a particular focus on inventory control and financial...

Job Title: Fabricator – Plater Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow. Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable) Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application What you’ll be doing: - Interpreting engineering drawings - Marking – off materials - Plate perpetration,...

Description About Breedon Group: Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed...

You will work at your administrative base or another agreed office location between 2.5 to 4 days per week and only occasionally from home. It is the expectation that all office-based employees (with the exception of those working in schools) will work to the higher end of their allocated workstyle in terms of time spent in the office or at other work locations.

You will own month end, support ongoing process improvement, and contribute to planning cycles. Responsibilities include: - Month-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and balance-sheet reviews - Preparing accurate management accounts with clear variance analysis and performance drivers

Job Description Contribute as part of a management team to the provision of quality early learning and childcare for the benefit of children, families and the wider community in compliance with national and local authority guidance and the statutes relating to the provision of early learning and childcare, supporting the better integration of universal services within a specified locality in...

You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient operation of piping installations while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Job Title: Principal Engineer – Technical Specialist – HVAC/Auxiliary Location: Scotstoun/Portsmouth/Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on skills and experience What you’ll be doing: - Support the Platform TA in requirements, acceptance, architecture and...

Job Description Contribute as part of a team to the provision of a quality early learning and childcare service for children aged 0-8 years and their families and work to the principles of the national care standards for early education and childcare and abide by the Code of Practice for Social Service Workers. Requirements The duties of the post involve Regulated Work with children and/or...

Job Title: Welder Location: Glasgow – Govan and Scotstoun – Based on site and must be able to attend a recruitment day in Glasgow. Salary: £38,662.00 (additional shift allowance of 33% may be applicable) Requirements: Trade Papers to be provided when submitting application What you’ll be doing: - Welding different materials (carbon & stainless steel & aluminium) - Welding using different...

You will be an active presence within the ship build environment and will be part of the large team of peers tasked with the development and deployment of the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) policy, systems and objectives to the Operational Shifts on the Naval Ships Clyde sites.