Chemicals / Petrochemicals recruitment agency listing
The chemical and petrochemical industries are a major source of jobs for engineering staff, as the UK is acknowledged as being among the world leaders in both sectors.
There are a wide variety of engineering roles available within the industries, but employers always look for highly-skilled staff due to the value of the work and the health and safety challenges faced. Typically, workers are either educated to at least degree level or have achieved recognised specialist qualifications.
Production plants all need coded welders, fitters and pipework engineers to carry out installations and routine maintenance work. Salaries are usually in the range of £28,000 to £35,000 plus shift allowances, but employers look for staff with more than five years' experience rather than workers who have recently completed apprenticeships.
Qualifications and Salary
People with chemical, process or mechanical engineering degrees can secure employment as a graduate trainee, with a starting salary in the region of £28,000. They can then specialise as a piping designer, project manager, production, process, pressure vessel, pipe stress or materials engineer. Experienced staff can earn in excess of £50,000 a year, while chartered engineers can expect annual remuneration packages worth more than £60,000.
The major employers are chemical manufacturers and oil refiners, although engineering consultancies and equipment makers also have jobs for engineers. Many of them are based in the north-east of England, where around 190,000 people are employed in the two sectors.
Most of the permanent jobs and contract positions in the chemical and petrochemical industries are advertised and filled by specialist recruitment agencies, as the skills required are in short supply.
Holistic Recruiters: Building Excellence in Engineering Recruitment. With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in connecting top engineering talent with roles in design, construction, manufacturing, and more. Our tailored solutions ensure the perfect fit for your projects and goals. Trust us to deliver skilled professionals who drive innovation and success in the engineering sector!
Covers: Colchester, London, South of England, Midlands | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Perigon Associates: Your trusted recruitment partner in Engineering, Manufacturing & Technical Recruitment. Specialising in placing top-tier talent throughout the UK & Europe, we connect innovative companies with exceptional professionals to drive growth and success. We do this by using advanced AI, cutting-edge software & our many resource hubs. Trust our expertise to deliver exceptional candidates to drive your company's success.
Covers: UK Wide and International | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Our technical division has access to thousands of candidates who are looking for new engineering jobs now. If you are hiring - mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, refrigeration engineers, design engineers, production and maintenance engineers, then we can help you. Whether your company operates in Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Renewables, Automotive, Construction, Marine or Aviation sectors - we have the solution for you!
Covers: Midlands | Contract, Permanent | Salaries from £25k - £100k+
E3 Recruitment is one of the UK’s leading blue collar and white collar engineering, manufacturing and technical recruitment specialists. Having been formed in joint partnership by a close team of recruitment professionals to create a true regional, national and international presence.
Covers: Yorkshire & Humberside, Wales, Scotland, Midlands | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
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Linton Research
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Do you need help finding top talent? Platinum Recruitment are a local agency specialising in Engineering. Our recruiters are specialists within their fields, so have first-hand knowledge of the industry and are able to find the very best talent for your business. We recruit permanent vacancies, as well as supporting with temporary staffing. Enquire now to speak to one of our specialist team.
Covers: South East and South West | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
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