The E3Round Up - Industry Insights Edition

Hi Reader,

Welcome to another edition of E3Round up! Each month we'll be deep-diving into a specific topic and how it affects (or assists) the industries we recruit across.

For this month's edition, we look into the industries we recruit across, giving vital information on how to attract and retain top talent in your organisation with a look into the current market.

Read below for more information! 👇

"The country needs to produce 182,000 engineers and skilled technicians a year"

Attracting and retaining top talented engineers is vital to being able to close the current skills gap. So what should you do to attract and retain top talent as an SME organisation?

Boosting retention rates

For SMEs, understanding why employees are leaving your company is crucial to locating talent loss and making necessary changes. Conducting thorough exit interviews can provide invaluable insights into the reasons behind departures. Effective implementation of this process will allow you to pinpoint specific issues driving turnover and track progress over time.

Improving your EVP

Crafting a compelling Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is vital for SME's to attract top talent and retain current employees. Your EVP serves as a powerful tool to communicate the unique benefits and opportunities your organisation offers.

Implementing cost-effective solutions to attract top talent

For SME's ,the recruitment process is very important. While you assess whether a candidate fits your company, they also evaluate if your organisation aligns with their expectations. A robust recruitment process is essential and should encompass several key elements. These include conducting a thorough review of CVs and posing competency-based questions tailored to the job description and company values. Providing candidates with a site tour offers them a glimpse into the working environment.

Preparing for long-term success

After welcoming an employee into the organisation, it’s crucial to provide effective onboarding to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge for their role. Implementing a thorough induction process is essential. This involves providing new employees with the appropriate training and guidance.

Read more about attracting and retaining top talent here

👨🏭 Manufacturing

• The manufacturing sector accounted for 9.3% of total UK economic output.
• Employs 2.7 million people – earning an average of £32,500.
• Accounts for 45% of total exports – totalling £275bn
• In the next 12 months, 36% of businesses expect high growth (>20%), while 39% anticipate moderate growth (20%).
• Strategies for managing business costs in 2024 include reshoring production (12%), subcontracting/outsourcing (52%), establishing production in lower-cost locations (18%), and reducing headcount (3%).
• Over the past year, 27% of businesses experienced high growth (>20%), with another 27% reporting moderate growth (20%).

👷 Construction

• 1m direct jobs - annually providing upwards of 80,000 new job opportunities.
• Employs just under 200,000 women in the sector.
• Annually adds £92bn+ to the UK economy – represents 6,4% of the total economic output.
• 35+% of construction employees run their own companies.
• More than a quarter of employers have recruited a school leaver in the past 2-3 years.
• Almost 50% of employers in the building services engineering industry take part in the modern apprenticeship scheme.

🥬 Food & Drink

• 400,000 direct jobs – predicted to need almost 110,000 new recruits by 2022.
• Annually adds £21.9bn to the UK economy.
• Accounts for 16% of total UK manufacturing turnover – making it the largest sector.
• Productivity has increased by 11% over the past five years.
• 96% of the sector’s 6,360 businesses are micro to medium-sized.
• Exports worth £12.8bn a year – 77% of which go to the EU.

🚗 Automotive

• 169,000+ direct jobs // 78,000 employed across UK supply chain.
• 25,000 new jobs to be created to cover the production of connected and autonomous vehicles.
• 2,000+ automotive suppliers in the UK – including 18 of world’s top 20.
• £71.6bn annual turnover.
• 80% of a vehicle can be manufactured in the UK.
• Annually adds £12.4+bn to the UK economy.
• Annually producing £34.3bn of exports – accounting for 12% of the UK’s total export goods.

🧑🔬 Chemical & Pharmaceutical

• 105,000 (Chemical) and 53,000 (Pharmaceutical) direct jobs // 500,000 indirect jobs.
• 30,000 employed in related R&D (7,000 – Chemical, and 23,000 – Pharmaceutical).
• Annually adds £15.2bn to the UK economy.
• Adds £60m to the UK balance of trade every day.
• UK’s largest manufacturing export sector (£24.7bn – Chemical and £20.7bn – Pharmaceutical).
• CIA members have a combined turnover of £50bn.

At E3R we have a large customer base which extends throughout the engineering and manufacturing industries including SMEs, multinationals and blue-chip global businesses all working in partnership with E3R’s award-winning recruitment processes. Our product offering includes:

• Bespoke Recruitment Solution
• Master Vendor Programme
• Account Managed Recruitment
• Recruitment Process Outsourcing
• Search and Selection
• Executive Search

With our range of client offerings, we have proven capabilities and expertise to offer a fully tailored solution that provides cost-effective and beneficial long-term results.

We understand the ever-changing recruitment market and other issues clients face; with increased skills shortages and changes in legislation, so we offer business consultations on employment law, workforce planning, candidate attrition, training and workforce development, ensuring our clients can maintain a competitive advantage.

To explore how E3 Recruitment can enhance your recruitment efforts and connect you with skilled professionals for your workforce needs, reach out to our team today on 01484 645 269 or email info@e3recruitment.com

Our Chemical and Pharmaceutical division have been nominated for Service Provider of the Year!

We are excited to announce that E3R’s Chemical & Pharmaceutical Division has been nominated for Service Provider of the Year at the Chemical Industries Association Awards 2024! This nomination is a testament to our team's dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence in the industry.

Being nominated for the Service Provider of the Year Award highlights our critical role in supporting the success of the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors.

Associate Director James Travis shared, "It is fantastic for the chemical and pharmaceutical team to be nominated for the Service Provider of the Year award. The team works tirelessly to support both candidates and clients within the recruitment process. This nomination is a testament to their dedication and excellence.

The Chemical Industries Association Awards give us the opportunity to catch up with both new and familiar faces, and celebrate the future of this exciting industry we’re proud to recruit for and support. This recognition not only highlights our team's hard work but also reinforces our commitment to driving innovation and excellence in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors."

Precast & Masonry Expo

On Thursday 13th June we will be exhibiting at the MPA Precast and Masonry Expo at the Leicester Tigers Mattioli Woods Welford Road Stadium!

Mark your calendars and be sure to stop by our booth to explore the latest opportunities in the precast and masonry industry. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, this event is the perfect platform to connect with industry experts and learn about the exciting prospects that lie ahead.

Dan Edley CertRP and Rosie Goodwin will be available to discuss job opportunities, provide career advice, and help match your skills with the right employers.

Don't miss this chance to network with like-minded professionals, discover new technologies and trends, and gain a competitive edge in the industry. It's the perfect opportunity to connect with potential employers, make valuable contacts, and propel your career forward.

Matt Booth's 8 year anniversary

Last week we celebrated Matt Booth's 8 year anniversary with E3R!

Matt has been an integral part of our journey and has been committed to ensuring his team in our general manufacturing division is supported thoroughly, driving them towards excellence.

Matt’s outstanding leadership, dedication, and expertise have been an essential contribution to E3R's success, and his commitment to advancing the manufacturing industry through initiatives like Leeds Manufacturing Festival, Bradford Manufacturing Weeks, Make UK, has been a key contributing factor to the success of his clients, teams and candidates.

Congratulations on 8 years Matt! We can't wait to see what you achieve in years to come.

Leeds Manufacturing Festival's Next Gen Awards

We proudly announced our sponsorship of the Next Gen Awards by Leeds Manufacturing Festival , taking place on the 13th June at Leeds Beckett University . The awards aim to showcase the latest innovations in manufacturing and engineering and recognise and celebrate the next generation of talent in the industry.

Awards and sponsors are:

🟣 Apprentice of the Year - sponsored by Next Gen Makers

🟣 Rising Star - sponsored by Leeds City College

🟣 Future Manufacturing Leader - sponsored by Leeds City Council

🟣 Employer of the Year - sponsored by E3R

We're proud to sponsor the ‘Employer of the Year' award, which recognises employers who have shown outstanding commitment to training and workforce development

Next Gen Maker's sponsorship of the 'Apprentice of the Year' award recognises the vital role that apprenticeships play in developing the next generation of talent in the industry. The award recognises apprentices who have demonstrated exceptional skills and a commitment to learning and development.

Leeds City College's sponsorship of the 'Rising Star' award recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional potential and have made significant contributions to the industry.

Leeds City Council's sponsorship of the 'Future manufacturing leader' award, recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and have the potential to become future leaders in the industry.

If you're a manufacturer in the engineering and manufacturing industries, we encourage you to nominate young talent from your organisation for these awards. Help us recognise and celebrate the next generation of talent in the industry and support their career advancement!

Entries close tomorrow so be sure to nominate now!

Nominate your ‘Apprentice of the Year’, ‘Rising Star’ and ‘Future Manufacturing Leader’ here:https://lnkd.in/erjaKDdT

Nominate your company for 'Employer of the Year' here: https://lnkd.in/eQjaN7Af

General Manufacturing

• QC Technician | Wigan, Greater Manchester | Up to £32,500 PA DOE
• Production Administrator | Leeds, West Yorkshire | Up to £25,755 PA DOE
• CNC Machinist | Huddersfield, West Yorkshire | Up to £35,568 PA DOE
• Semi Skilled Joiner | Northwich, Cheshire | Up to £26,000 PA DOE
• Mobile Tool Fitter | York, North Yorkshire | Up to £30,000 PA DOE

Find more opportunities across general manufacturing here

Construction Materials & Modular

• Engineering Supervisor | Bailsdon, Essex | Up to £65,000 PA DOE
• Production Operative | Knottingley, West Yorkshire | Up to £34,000 PA DOE
• Electrical Maintenance Engineer | Leicester, Leicestershire | Up to £51,000 PA DOE
• Shift Production Manager | Goole, East Yorkshire | Up to £55,691 PA DOE
• Mechanical Maintenance Engineer | Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire | Up to £41,000 PA DOE

Find more opportunities across the construction materials & modular industry here

Food & FMCG

• Maintenance Engineer | Leeds, West Yorkshire | Up to £42,120 PA DOE
• Payroll Administrator | Malton, North Yorkshire | Up to £30,000 PA DOE
• Multi Skilled Engineer | Deeside, Wales | Up to £49,500 PA DOE
• Maintenance Engineer | Doncaster, South Yorkshire | Up to £42,370 PA DOE
• Multi Skilled Engineer | Scarborough, North Yorkshire | Up to £56,000 PA DOE

Find more opportunities across the food & FMCG industry here

Chemical & Pharmaceutical

• Senior Process Operator | West Yorkshire | Up to £48,255 PA DOE
• Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer | Runcorn, Cheshire | Up to £40,000 PA DOE
• Mechanical Fitter | Burnley, Lancashire | Up to £18 per hour
• Plant Operator | Merseyside, North West England | Up to £44,500 PA DOE
• Project Engineer | Wigan, Greater Manchester | Up to £50,000 PA DOE

Find more opportunities across the chemical & pharmaceutical industry here

Automotive & Fleet

• Field Service Engineer | Field Based, covering Dundee, Scotland | Up to £40,000 PA DOE
• Semi Skilled Joiner | Northwich, Cheshire | Up to £26,000 PA DOE
• Stores Operative | Doncaster, South Yorkshire | Up to £26,000 PA DOE
• Fabricator Welder | Worksop, Nottinghamshire | Up to £35,000 PA DOE
• Refrigeration Engineer | Rotherham, South Yorkshire | Up to £48,000 PA DOE

Find more opportunities across the automotive & fleet industry here

Stay connected with us for more insights, opportunities, and updates in the coming months. If you have any questions or need further assistance, our team is always here to help. Reach out to us at 01484 645 269 or email info@e3recruitment.com.