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National Apprenticeship Week provides a timely opportunity for manufacturing and engineering leaders to reflect on one of the most critical challenges facing the sector: how to build sustainable, future-ready skills pipelines in an increasingly constrained labour market. Across the UK, apprenticeships are evolving from entry-level hiring routes into strategic workforce tools. Manufacturers that view apprenticeships […]

Mental health is becoming an increasingly important conversation in UK workplaces, yet in engineering and manufacturing it often remains in the background. These sectors are built on precision, resilience and problem solving, but the realities of high pressure environments, demanding workloads, shift patterns and physically intensive roles can take a significant toll on wellbeing. Time […]

We are proud to announce that E3 Recruitment’s Chemical & Process Division has been nominated for the Supplier of the Year Award at the prestigious Chemicals Northwest Awards for the second consecutive year. Being recognised alongside some of the sector’s leading companies is a testament to the dedication, expertise, and passion our team brings to […]

In today’s competitive hiring market, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. Skilled candidates often have multiple opportunities available to them, which means employers must work harder to stand out. The businesses that succeed are those that offer clarity, move quickly and create a positive candidate experience from the very first interaction. […]

As part of Menopause Awareness Month, E3 Recruitment recently hosted a Lunch & Learn session for clients, suppliers, and colleagues, led by women’s health and menopause specialist Alex Hall. The session explored how open discussion, practical adjustments, and inclusive culture can transform the experience of menopause at work, particularly within manufacturing and engineering environments. Why […]

This October, as part of World Menopause Month, we’re proud to be hosting an in-house Lunch & Learn event dedicated to opening up the conversation around menopause and providing real, practical support. Why This Matters Menopause affects over half the population at some stage of life – yet it’s still a subject that often feels […]

We’re delighted to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Made in Yorkshire Expo on Thursday 16th October 2025 at the Accu Stadium, Huddersfield. This annual event has become one of the region’s leading showcases for manufacturing and engineering excellence, providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the strength, innovation, and resilience of Yorkshire’s manufacturing […]

At E3 Recruitment, we are proud to recognise the achievements of our consultants as they continue to grow within the business. This month, we are delighted to celebrate the promotions of three colleagues: Toni-Marie Monks, Senior Consultant, Chemical & Process Kate Wadsworth, Senior Consultant, Chemical & Process Sam Travis, Principal Consultant, Construction Materials & Modular […]

Following the success of the last two years, West Yorkshire Manufacturing Services is proud to once again host the ‘Meet the Manufacturers’ Showcase as part of Make UK’s National Manufacturing Day. Taking place on Thursday 25th September 2025, this year’s event promises to be the biggest yet, with up to 600 students expected to attend […]

At E3 Recruitment, we believe that visibility creates possibility – especially when it comes to women in engineering. For Women in Engineering Day 2025, we are proud to spotlight the remarkable women across our network who are leading change, challenging perceptions, and paving the way for the next generation. Leadership Starts at the Top Our […]