We are currently recruiting for Manufacturing Operatives to join a busy production environment in the Burnley area. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced manufacturing setting, offering multiple shift patterns and competitive pay rates.
Shift Patterns &amp; Pay:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>6:00am &ndash; 4:00pm &ndash; &pound;13.45 per hour</li>
<li>4:00pm &ndash; 2:00am &ndash; &pound;13.45 per hour</li>
<li>7:00pm &ndash; 7:00am &ndash; &pound;15.00 per hour</li>
</ul>
Role Overview: The successful candidate will be responsible for completing manual handling tasks and ensuring that profiles are shrink-wrapped in line with quality standards, required quantities, and production time scales, while following company procedures. This role involves heavy lifting, so candidates must be physically fit. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Operating the shrink-wrapping machine, including shrink wrapping, hand bagging, and re-taping profiles</li>
<li>Ensuring correct product identification labels are applied</li>
<li>Packaging products to meet customer standards</li>
<li>Working effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative</li>
<li>Carrying out material handling tasks (both manual and mechanical) safely and efficiently</li>
<li>Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in line with company standards</li>
<li>Undertaking general housekeeping duties within the department</li>
</ul>
Candidate Requirements:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Good attendance and timekeeping</li>
<li>Reliable and hardworking</li>
<li>Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively in English</li>
<li>Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team</li>
<li>Physically fit due to the nature of the role (heavy lifting involved)</li>
</ul>
How to Apply: Please send your CV to <a href="mailto:blackburn@gap-personnel.com">blackburn@gap-personnel.com</a> or call 01254 915000 for more information.

Manufacturing Operative 

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Join Our Growing Team as a Warehouse Operative in Doncaster!
Are you looking for your next warehouse role? We&rsquo;re on the lookout for reliable, hardworking Warehouse Operatives to join our expanding team across three busy sites in Doncaster. If you enjoy hands‑on work in a friendly and fast‑paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing
As a Warehouse Operative, you&rsquo;ll play an essential role in keeping our operation running smoothly. Your duties may include:
<ul>
<li>Picking and packing customer orders</li>
<li>Loading and unloading stock as part of our handballing team</li>
<li>Manual handling of large furniture items</li>
<li>Maintaining general housekeeping standards across the warehouse</li>
</ul>
Previous warehouse experience is preferred, but full training is provided for all roles.
&nbsp;
Shift Pattern
Sunday to Thursday &mdash;&nbsp; 10:00pm to 6:00am Enjoy your weekends free!
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Pay Rates
<ul>
<li>&pound;14.40 per hour&nbsp;</li>
<li>&pound;21.60 per hour overtime&nbsp;after 37.5 hours</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Great Benefits
Working with us means enjoying:
<ul>
<li>A clean, well‑maintained working environment</li>
<li>Fully furnished canteen facilities</li>
<li>Supportive, friendly team culture</li>
<li>Free onsite parking</li>
<li>Good public transport links</li>
<li>Long‑term, ongoing work</li>
<li>Excellent product discounts&nbsp;if you become permanent with the client</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re motivated, reliable, and ready to join a fast‑growing business, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you!
&nbsp;
If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business.gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job
Whilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future
By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy
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Warehouse Operative Nights

Job title:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Warehouse Administrator
Rate of pay:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&pound;13.95 per hour
Contract type:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Temp to Perm
Location:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Doncaster 
Hours of work:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Monday to Friday 2pm &ndash; 10pm
&nbsp;
Job description:&nbsp;We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our clients team as a Warehouse Administrator. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving, unpacking, and organizing incoming inventory in our warehouse working in a busy team.
Ideal skills and experience as a Warehouse Administrator: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="circle">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Strong organizational skills</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">A keen eye for detail</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Prior experience in a warehouse or logistics setting is preferred</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Strong attention to detail and accuracy</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Excellent teamwork and communication skills</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Possess fundamental computer skills</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Key responsibilities:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="circle">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Receiving and inspecting incoming shipments</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Ability to investigate orders with certain carriers</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Unpacking and organizing inventory in designated storage areas</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Recording and maintaining accurate inventory records</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Coordinating with other warehouse staff to ensure efficient workflow</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Following all safety protocols and maintaining a clean work environment</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Benefits:
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="disc">
<ul style="margin-top: 0cm;" type="circle">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Free onsite parking</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level2 lfo1; tab-stops: list 72.0pt;">Generous company discounts</li>
</ul>
</ul>
A bit about the company:
Since 2018, our clients dedicated team here in the UK design high quality luxury homeware at affordable prices - exclusively online. By designing and sourcing everything ourselves, we&rsquo;re able to craft unique collections and pass on the savings directly to you
If this Warehouse Admin role sounds like a good match for you, hit apply now! Alternatively, you can call our team on 01709 918533 or email us at rotherham@gap-personnel.com
If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business. gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.
Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy.
&nbsp;

Warehouse Admin

Mill Cleaner &ndash; Immediate Start (2-Week Role with Ongoing Opportunity)
Gap Personnel is currently recruiting for a Mill Cleaner to join our client based at Crown Chicken Ltd, Green Farm, Edge Green, Kenninghall, NR16 2DR.
This is a temporary 2-week position with an immediate start, with the opportunity to be transferred to a chicken factory in Diss for ongoing work after completion.
Important:
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Candidates must have their own transportation due to location.</li>
<li>Conversational English is required.</li>
</ul>
<div contenteditable="false"><hr></div>
<h3>Working Hours &amp; Pay</h3>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Monday to Friday</li>
<li>8:00am &ndash; 4:00pm</li>
<li>&pound;12.71 per hour</li>
</ul>
<div contenteditable="false"><hr></div>
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Cleaning designated areas including dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping</li>
<li>Cleaning floors, walls, machinery (when safe), restrooms, and WC facilities</li>
<li>Performing and documenting routine inspections and cleaning activities</li>
<li>Carrying out deep cleaning tasks and special projects</li>
<li>Reporting any maintenance issues or repair needs to management</li>
<li>Completing work orders and managing cleaning supplies/inventory</li>
<li>Supporting team coordination and, where required, assisting with supervising others</li>
<li>Following all health &amp; safety procedures, including wearing appropriate PPE (hard hat, eye protection, gloves)</li>
<li>Occasionally operating an FLT (if required and trained)</li>
<li>Undertaking any additional duties as reasonably requested</li>
</ul>
<div contenteditable="false"><hr></div>
<h3>What We&rsquo;re Looking For</h3>
<ul data-spread="false">
<li>Reliable and hardworking individuals</li>
<li>Good attention to detail</li>
<li>Ability to follow safety procedures</li>
<li>Basic English communication skills</li>
<li>Flexibility to support additional tasks when needed</li>
</ul>
<div contenteditable="false"><hr></div>
This is a great opportunity for someone looking for immediate work, with the potential to move into a longer-term role in Diss after the initial 2-week assignment.
Apply now to get started straight away!

Mill Cleaner

Job Title:&nbsp;Production Operative Location:&nbsp;Abercynon Salary:&nbsp;&pound;12.71 - &pound;13.98 per hour Job Type:&nbsp;Full-time, Temp to Perm Shift Pattern:&nbsp;You will be expected to rotate the 3 shifts.&nbsp;<ul class="text">
<li>Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm&nbsp;</li><li>Monday to Friday 3pm - 11pm&nbsp;</li><li>Sunday to Thursday 11pm - 7am&nbsp;</li></ul>
About the Role: We are currently recruiting Production Operatives to join a fast-growing manufacturer. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and expanding team within a clean and well-run production facility.As a Production Operative, you&rsquo;ll play an essential role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards before reaching our customers. Your attention to detail and teamwork will help maintain smooth and efficient production.Key Responsibilities:<ul class="text">
<li>Inspect products on the production line to ensure quality standards are met</li><li>Pack finished products for dispatch</li><li>Maintain a clean and safe working environment</li><li>Follow company policies and procedures, including health &amp; safety guidelines</li><li>Collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors</li></ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For:<ul class="text">
<li>A proactive and reliable team player</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Willingness to learn and follow instructions</li><li>Ability to work on your feet and manage repetitive tasks</li><li>Previous experience in a production or packing environment is desirable but not essential</li></ul>
Why Join Us?<ul class="text">
<li>Full training provided</li><li>Friendly and supportive working environment</li><li>Career growth opportunities within a growing company</li></ul>
Ready to Apply? If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, click&nbsp;APPLY&nbsp;now to upload your CV.

Production Operative

gap personnel have an exciting opportunity for a Senior / Recruitment Consultant to join our team based in Swindon and/or Gloucester to support us with our existing clients and supporting the growth and development of the branch. We are looking for an energetic, driven, intelligent, and motivated individual to join our very successful team. You might be an established consultant looking for a new opportunity with a new business or a Senior consultant looking to take their career to the next level. Annual Salary - &pound;30,000 to &pound;35,000- depending on experience + bonus + benefits Hours of work - 8am &ndash; 5pm Monday &ndash; Friday Key Duties of the role are: &bull; Managing an industrial desk to maximise business by increasing workers supplied &bull; Leading sales/client meetings. &bull; Managing recruitment activity through all channels to fulfil client requirements &bull; Delivering excellent service level to clients &bull; Managing an existing candidate database &bull; Represent the brand positively in all actions &bull; Support in all accounts &amp; ensuring service levels are reviewed, managed &amp; improvements are put in place when needed. &bull; Achievement of agreed targets, financial &amp; non-financial. &bull; Ensure we operate to compliance standards &amp; all employment legislation The successful candidate will have: &bull; Good customer service skills. &bull; Ability to sell our service &bull; Excellent client management skills, with a track record of growing &amp; retaining business. &bull; Background of a similar role is an advantage but not essential &bull; Good computer skills &bull; Have a full driving licence &amp; car &bull; Good written and spoken English level In return gap personnel offer the following benefits; &bull; Uncapped commission structure &bull; Annual awards ceremony &bull; Dental and medical cover &bull; Company events &bull; Birthday day off We will need to see full CV&rsquo;s and if successful you will be called for interview. gap personnel are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Recruitment Consultant 

Warehouse Operative with Forklift Bridgwater, SomersetMonday to Friday &ndash; 8am to 5pm &pound;13.25phgap personnel are currently recruiting a Warehouse Operative with Forklift to join a client based in Bridgwater, Somerset.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Operating FLT (Counterbalance &amp; Reach) where required</li><li>Working within the freezer department (average of -22c)</li><li>Loading and unloading goods safely</li><li>Picking and moving stock within the warehouse</li><li>Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment</li><li>Working as part of a team to meet daily targets</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul>
<li>Valid FLT licences (Counterbalance &amp; Reach)&nbsp;</li><li>Previous experience working in a freezer or cold-store environment is advantageous</li><li>Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
Interested? Apply today to secure your place on the team.

Warehouse Operative with Forklift

Job Role:&nbsp;Loader Location:&nbsp;Avonmouth, BS11 Hours:&nbsp;Monday &ndash; Friday 6.00am-2.18pm Hourly Rate:&nbsp;&pound;12.71 per hour - &pound;15.11 after 12 weeks Role Type:&nbsp;Temp to permgap personnel are working in partnership with Bristol Waste Company and are recruiting for x4 Loaders to join our client. As a Loader you will be responsible to load and unload waste and recycling materials according to agreed customer requirements, following procedures and all external legal requirements.The role will also involve working outdoors in all weathers, walking and lifting/carrying up to 10kgs refuse sacks onto van. Push/pull a wheelie bin/barrel weighing up to 35kgs.Please note, for this role you will have to be flexible to work between Avonmouth, BS11 and Bristol, BS2 sites.Job Responsibilities:<ul class="text">
<li>Ensure that all refuse and recyclable materials are collected from individual customers on the rounds, sorting, separating and bulking of any materials where applicable and that materials returned to the depot are properly and safely stored</li><li>To ensure all company Health and Safety requirements are adhered to, including to ensure that safe lifting and working practices are observed and appropriate personal protective clothing is worn at all times</li><li>Use mobile IT equipment and to complete daily paperwork as appropriate</li><li>Undertake any training/ instruction required to carry out these duties and or deemed necessary to fulfil the role</li><li>Provide information to members of the public on the operation of Bristol Waste Company procedures as required, including relevant pre-printed information leaflets and respond to both customers and other personnel in a polite, responsible and professional manner</li><li>To remain in contact with the line manager and office staff and be responsive to operational needs and aid commercial sales growth through close relationships with sales staff and reporting back any opportunities for growth</li><li>To work flexibly to provide cover as operationally required, across the services including Commercial, Street Cleansing, Garden Waste, Refuse and Recycling and across all Bristol Waste locations, including Hartcliffe, Avonmouth and Albert Road Depots and to carry out all other tasks deemed reasonable</li><li>To comply with all the client reporting procedures</li></ul>
The Candidate:<ul class="text">
<li>Physically fit</li><li>Lifting up to 35kg</li><li>Working in all-weather condition</li><li>Expected to work reasonable overtime in line with the needs of the service, this may include a Saturday morning on a rota basis</li><li>Good communication skills in order to liaise with the public and colleagues</li><li>Consistently produce the highest standards of work</li><li>Ability to work independently, using initiative and as part of a team</li></ul>
If you are interested and have the right skill, please get in touch on&nbsp;0117 911 7111&nbsp;or click&nbsp;Apply Now!

Loader

You&rsquo;ve got the right people.
The right skills.
Even the right schedule.
&nbsp;
And yet, somehow, things still feel&hellip;off.
&nbsp;
Shifts are covered and the work gets done, but the rhythm is out of sync. Temps look like extras in a film they didn&rsquo;t audition for, permanent staff spend half their day <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/good-communication-and-strong-supplier-relationships-the-baseline-not-a-bonus/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">translating</a>, the other half compensating, and managers find themselves patching cracks instead of repairing foundations.
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It&rsquo;s quiet, it&rsquo;s subtle, and it&rsquo;s exhausting. Welcome to the operational gap (and no, we&rsquo;re not in any way referring to ourselves).
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Close, but not exactly aligned</h3>
Temporary and permanent staff should work as one team. In practice, they often operate on parallel tracks &ndash; heading in the same ballpark direction, but probably following different maps.
&nbsp;
Differences in onboarding, standards, and expectations create subtle divides. Temps can feel like they&rsquo;re there to help, not there to stay, whilst permanent staff end up picking up the invisible load. Over time, the result is minor inefficiencies that quietly stack up. By the time they show up in numbers, they&rsquo;re already embedded in the culture. Output slows, engagement dips, turnover &ndash; you guessed it &ndash; creeps up.
&nbsp;
Nothing dramatic, nothing headline-worthy. Just constant friction, which somehow feels louder than it should.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Keeping everyone on the same page</h3>
<a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/how-not-to-lose-your-team-or-your-head-during-a-workforce-transfer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Integration</a> doesn&rsquo;t happen because people share a workspace. It happens when expectations, communication, and objectives are aligned &ndash; and someone is taking responsibility to keep it on track.
&nbsp;
When everyone is following the same playbook, small problems get nipped in the bud before they have a chance to grow. Accountability becomes shared, segregation becomes a thing of the past, and teams start working with the operation, not alongside it. And management can get back to focusing on their actual jobs instead of fretting about a &ldquo;them&rdquo; and &ldquo;us&rdquo; culture on the shopfloor.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Beyond filling shifts</h3>
Prepared candidates are just the start. The part so many agencies forget? Integration &ndash; and it&rsquo;s what separates a workforce that functions from one that genuinely performs. Because even the best onboarding won&rsquo;t help if temps are left to fend for themselves.
&nbsp;
At gap personnel, integration isn&rsquo;t an afterthought. We make sure temporary staff are part of the team from day one. They follow the same processes and understand the operation as a whole. And where possible, they&rsquo;ll join the same briefings too. It means everyone hits the ground running, working together as one seamless unit.
&nbsp;
<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Invisible stress, visible results</h3>
Operational stress rarely announces itself. It arrives as minor delays, repeated questions, or teams that seem to be working - just not quite together.
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With proper integration, no one notices. Temporary and permanent staff work productively side by side, standards stay solid, and retention holds steady. The operation just hums along, quietly and efficiently &ndash; exactly as it should.
&nbsp;
At gap personnel group, operational integration isn&rsquo;t something you have to think about. It&rsquo;s already taken care of.
#ItJustWorks.
&nbsp;
Ready to bring your workforce together? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch</a> and let&rsquo;s make it happen.

Working side by side, but still worlds apart?

Ever watched a perfectly timed factory shift get thrown off by a single <a title="reliable staffing" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/reliability-that-matches-your-peaks-troughs-and-skill-needs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">unprepared temp?</a> It's the industrial equivalent of watching a conga line hit a wall &ndash; awkward, off-kilter, and everything grinds to a halt. We&rsquo;ve watched it unfold from afar time and time again: the confused arrivals, the last-minute PPE panic, the induction &ldquo;oops&rdquo; moments. And trust us, it doesn&rsquo;t have to be that way.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Chaos included</h3>
Picture this: PPE missing, induction that covers everything but the actual role, and a temp doing their best to make sense of it all. It might seem like a small blip, but busy operations rarely have the bandwidth for uncertainty. Machines sit idle, materials don&rsquo;t flow, and your experienced team suddenly spends the first hour getting someone up to speed instead of getting stuck into their job.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Prep like a pro</h3>
<a title="quality hires" href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-news/quality-hires-beat-quick-fixes-every-time/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Temps turning up ready</a> shouldn&rsquo;t be optional &ndash; it should be a given. And it&rsquo;s not like you are asking for too much. Let&rsquo;s face it, all you really want for your temporary workforce is clear instructions, a relevant induction, and the right PPE. Not exactly rocket science. Think of it as setting someone up for success from day one, instead of dropping them in at the deep end and hoping for the best. Agency partners who ignore this risk more than confusion and delays &ndash; they could also see productivity dip and good temps walking away before they&rsquo;ve even hit their stride.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Hit the ground running</h3>
At gap personnel, we don&rsquo;t just send bodies through the door. We send temps who are ready for the shift, not learning it on the go. Whether that means attending an induction with us, or turning up fully prepped for yours, we keep confusion and chaos off the floor.
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The result? Temps who step in confidently, get straight to work, and keep production humming. In fact, many of the people we place go on to stay far beyond their initial placement, becoming valued permanent members of our clients&rsquo; teams. With us there is no firefighting. No hand-holding. Just people who are ready to work &ndash; with bonus points if they stay for the long haul.
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<h3 class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify;">Happy teams, happy machines</h3>
When temps arrive ready, everyone wins. Machines hum, schedules stay on track, and your team can focus on their real jobs instead of playing tour guide. At gap personnel, &ldquo;prepared&rdquo; isn&rsquo;t a checkbox &ndash; it&rsquo;s a promise. And honestly? #ItJustWorks.
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Ready for temps who arrive prepared, confident, and ready to work? <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Get in touch with our team today.</a>
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When winging it with temps just doesn’t fly

In the industrial sector, change is constant. But when that change comes in the form of a workforce transfer, it represents operational risk. The real challenge often isn&rsquo;t finding temporary staff &ndash; it&rsquo;s making sure they stick around during transitions, where even small disruptions can ripple quickly through team stability, affecting productivity and morale. In this month&rsquo;s #ItJustWorks, we&rsquo;re taking a look at workforce transfers and how a bit of forward planning can stop the chaos before it starts.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Workforce transfers gone wrong</h2>
When agencies change, whether it&rsquo;s a shift to a master vendor or a full workforce transfer to a new provider, it&rsquo;s rarely just a uniform swap. We&rsquo;ve heard it all &ndash; contract confusion, emails landing in the wrong inbox, and nobody seeming to know who&rsquo;s running the show. And once that uncertainty creeps in, it spreads fast. Left to chance, a handover that should be smooth sailing can quickly turn into a game of whack-a-mole, with a side of absenteeism and low engagement.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">A little planning goes a long way</h2>
A successful workforce transfer is about far more than a quick switch of agency partners. Getting ahead of the game isn&rsquo;t just good practice; it&rsquo;s essential for keeping operations on track, protecting productivity, and making sure everyone knows what&rsquo;s happening well before the changeover. Being upfront with staff removes guesswork early, helping teams stay focused and keeping day-to-day output steady.
And yes, the paperwork side matters too. Proper attention to TUPE and employment rules keeps everyone out of hot water long after the transfer is complete. Get it right, and your temporary staff stay happy, operations keep moving smoothly, and the potential for panic doesn&rsquo;t even get a look in &ndash; supporting retention, compliance, and long-term stability in the process.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Making transfers work for you</h2>
At gap personnel, we stay close to the operation during transfers, supporting staff on the ground and checking in regularly so clients always have a clear view of how things are progressing. We focus on what matters to people on the front line, clarifying next steps and taking a consultative approach by holding regular conversations with workers so they feel supported, not passed along, and understand exactly what to expect.
Supported by our dedicated HR and compliance specialists throughout, our hands-on approach combined with in-depth knowledge of the industrial sector ensures the right processes are in place, paperwork is handled properly, and nothing is left to chance. The result? A seamless handover, minimal disruption to exiting colleagues, and teams working together effectively from day one.
<h2 class="MsoNormal">Preparation that pays off - every time</h2>
Workforce transfers don&rsquo;t have to be a headache. With the right preparation, clear communication, and a supportive mindset, temporary staff stay happy, day-to-day performance continues without interruption, and everyone knows where they stand. It&rsquo;s far easier to prevent problems than tackle them as they come &ndash; which is exactly why, with gap personnel, #ItJustWorks.
Planning a workforce transfer? We&rsquo;d be happy to help. <a href="https://www.gap-personnel.com/employers-get-in-touch/">Get in touch with our team to find out more.</a>
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How not to lose your team (or your head) during a workforce transfer

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Benefits
 So, the core values sound like a good fit for you &ndash; but what else is on offer?
<ul>
<li>25 days holidays plus bank holidays</li>
<li>An additional day off on your birthday</li>
<li>Industry-leading bonus scheme</li>
<li>Private medical and dental insurance (after qualifying period)</li>
<li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
<li>Annual company awards event</li>
<li>Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support when you need it</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay</li>
<li>A paid charity day to support a cause that matters to you</li>
<li>Flexible bank holidays and lifestyle leave to better suit your schedule</li>
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What are you waiting for? We&rsquo;d love to hear from you.

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<h2>Sounds like a good fit for you - but what else is on offer ?</h2>
Great benefits worth up to &pound;1,740 per year including:
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<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Free on-site gyms</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">The Range shop discounts</li>
<li style="color: #ecf0f1;">Bus service including smaller towns &amp; villages, plus free on - site parking&nbsp;</li>
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<div class="description"><h2>What makes The Range a different kind of workplace?</h2>
<div class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body">What makes working for this leading brand different? Well, that’s easy:</div>
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<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">They are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK’s fastest growing privately owned companies</li>
<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">The Range has grown enormously since it’s inception in 1989, and now has over 200 stores nationwide. People are at the heart of their retail concept, and they want to invest in their staff and make the future extraordinary.</li>
<li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">As a result of their success and ongoing expansion plans, they are opening their brand-new distribution centre in Stowmarket and this investment will create great opportunities with excellent onsite facilities and employee benefits.</li>
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<h2>Permanent full time and part time jobs working directly for The Range</h2>Jobs available with great pay rates:&nbsp;<ul><li>Warehouse Associates</li><li>Forklift drivers</li><li>Shift Managers</li><li>Front Line Managers</li><li>Supervisors</li><li>Goods in/out team</li><li>Warehouse / MHE team</li></ul>

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As our business grows, so does our need for great people to join us.Did you know that happy employees stay in their job on average four times longer than unhappy employees? It’s why we work so hard to build a workplace that’s a supportive, fun place to grow.And not to blow our own trumpet but we really do look after our staff – so much so, that in 2024 we were officially acknowledged as a ‘World Class Company to Work For’ when we were awarded a best companies 3-star accreditation, achieved through "outstanding" commitment to workplace engagement.We look for team members who embody our core values; innovative - Consultative, Accountable, Real and Ethical. Sound like you? Then check out our current vacancies. And if there’s nothing that tickles your fancy right now please don’t hesitate to get in touch about future opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.&nbsp;

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<h5>Our branches offer regional coverage.</h5>Get in touch with the team who are most local to you; either give them a call or drop your message in the get in touch form.

It's pretty tricky to talk about who we are without sounding like it’s all about us – it's not, but we understand why you might want to know a bit more about us when deciding if we’re the right fit for your business.So, if it's a quick intro you're after have a little watch of the video below to find out how a small start-up in North Wales grew to be one of the largest industrial recruitment businesses in the UK with the financial backing that comes with being part of R Capital's strategic portfolio.

Operating from one of our many branches across England and Wales, our consultants are on hand to offer tailored support and local knowledge for all your recruitment needs.

This is our business mindset, constantly striving to redefine the standard of excellence in everything we do, always looking for opportunities for improvement across our core values.We operate in a manner where continuous 360 feedback is encouraged and proactively sought to enable us to identify areas where further development or improvement is required.

The best interests of all our people are at the heart of all we do; we’re not “yes” people, we want to offer our expertise, even if it means a difficult conversation. We always look to ensure that we fully identify the needs of our customers, operate our business in a manner which not only meets the needs of our customers, but, where possible, exceeds them.

We uphold a culture of responsibility, defining and agreeing expectations, and being held accountable against them. Delivering appropriate training to our teams meaning everyone at The Company understands how to do their job and always aim to do it right first time. 

We are not faceless; we’re people who work on a national basis across a range of sectors, all towards a common goal. Let’s have real conversations about needs and how we can help. Regularly review our service provision processes. Identify the potential for errors, review and seek countermeasures and implement improved processes and controls to eliminate them.

We offer peace of mind through ethical and compliant practices, for clients, candidates, and employees. Maintain a fair and creative work environment that respects and rewards new ideas, innovation and hard work. 

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support drivers through their initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/employers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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<h5>Vision</h5>To become the first-choice recruitment partner by developing a brand that our customers, candidates, and employees are proud to be associated with.

<h5>Mission</h5>Through real people providing real solutions, our customers and candidates experience a true recruitment partnership. As a national provider with local presence, we are proud to deliver ethical and flexible employment solutions, accredited training, and people development.

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If this role is permanent, gap personnel is operating as the employment agency. If this job is a temporary role, gap personnel is operating as the employment business.gap personnel is committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the jobWhilst we endeavor to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the futureBy applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our <a href="/privacy-policy/">Privacy Policy</a>

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It’s right there in the job title, ‘Recruitment Consultant’. We want to understand exactly what you’re looking for in your next role; your salary expectations, where you can travel to, shift patterns that will work for you. Only by consulting with you can we find you a role that fits your wants and needs.

If we say we’ll do it, then we’ll do it. Got a query? If we don’t already have the answer we’ll find out and get back to you. Is something not quite working out with your job role? We want to know so we can try and resolve it.

We want to get to know you so we can support you personally. By being approachable and responsive we will build a real relationship with you so we can have open and honest conversations.

We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but more it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

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We have lots of compliance processes in place to safeguard the welfare of our workers, but it’s more than that - we promise to always be totally transparent. You’ll know every detail of any placement on offer before you agree to it, and if it’s not for you there’ll be no pressure from us.

<h2>Talk to us about Driver CPC training</h2>We’re a fully qualified driving school able to support you through your initial and ongoing periodic training. You can find out more <a href="/job-seekers-specialisms/cpc-training/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

Want to know why jobseekers come back to us time and time again? It's because we care. We always ask our jobseekers and workers for feedback at every stage of their journey with us, and then we act upon it.We're 'people' people through and through, and we recognise that you are at the core of everything we do &ndash; it's embedded in our core values.

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<li>Our teams are ready to help, no matter how big or small your requirements.</li>
<li>We can offer high volume temporary workforce supply with an onsite provision, a local branch-based team, or a combination of the two if you have multiple operations, or resourcing for permanent workers &ndash; just let us know what you need.</li>
<li>Drop us your vacancy needs and we&rsquo;ll give you a call back, or head over to our contact page and get in touch with your local team today.</li>
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Need new industrial staff for your business?We can help you recruit temporary and permanent employees in Warehousing, Logistics, Manufacturing, FMCG and many other blue-collar roles.With over 50 hubs across England and Wales made up of high-street branches and onsite managed services, we're confident we can source and hire the candidates you're looking for.Please let us know your requirements and we'll be in touch within 24 hours.

<div>Established in 1989, The Range has grown organically to become the UK's fastest-growing retailer, now with over 200 stores across the nation. Their commitment to quality is reflected in the diverse selection of over 140,000 products spanning 16 departments, from homewares and furniture to DIY and art supplies. gap personnel is proud to have been appointed as the exclusive supplier for The Range Stowmarket DC. We are currently managing the recruitment process for all roles at this location.</div>

<div class="description"><h2>Do you have high-volume temporary requirements?</h2>Onsite supply solution:<ul><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">Your dedicated contract management team will be based within your operation as an extension of your operational team.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">They&rsquo;ll be right there to partner with you to target improvements across key areas like planning, fulfilment, pre-placement training, productivity, and compliance.</li><li class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body" style="color: #2c2864;">But it&rsquo;s about so much more than operational delivery; candidate engagement at every stage of the journey is central to success. We&rsquo;ll work with you to increase candidate attraction and minimise worker attrition so you can benefit from the associated efficiency gains.</li></ul>Want to hear more about what our onsite team can do for you? We have a specialist high-volume implementation team ready to support a seamless, fully-risk-managed transition to our service &ndash; let&rsquo;s get the conversation started.</div>

Recruitment isn&rsquo;t without its challenges - compliance, audits, candidate quality, transparent pricing, clear communication, and reliable partnerships. At gap personnel, we don&rsquo;t just promise solutions, we deliver them. But don&rsquo;t take our word for it. Hear from businesses who&rsquo;ve trusted us to get it right, every time.

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