Estee Ross Clinches Norfolk Apprenticeships Award for Mentor / Manager of the Year!

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In a proud moment for Warren, Estee Ross, our HR Director, was honoured with the prestigious Norfolk Apprenticeships award for Mentor/Manager of the year! The accolade was presented to her on Wednesday night, the 7th of February, at a grand ceremony held at The Assembly House in Norwich.

The event, which witnessed a remarkable turnout, saw attendees from various sectors, all gathered to celebrate excellence in in all things apprenticeship. Adding a delicious touch to the occasion, catering was thoughtfully provided by the commis chef apprentices from City College in Norwich, further highlighting the collaborative spirit of the apprenticeship community.

Estee’s award was sponsored by Investors in People and represented by Lord Mayor of Norwich, Cllr James Wright, the attendees recognised Estee Ross’s outstanding contributions to mentoring and guiding apprentices.

Apprenticeships Norfolk have lauded Estee’s dedication and hard work and have said. “Mentoring an apprentice takes dedication and hard work, and Estee has shown not only this, but has also pushed her own boundaries, all whilst mentoring 12 apprentices! From the never-ending support of those on-programme and incredible quotes from apprentices, to working with the local community offering pre-apprenticeship work experience. Estee really embodies being a champion of apprenticeships. Well done Estee!”

In response to the recognition, Estee expressed gratitude and emphasised the importance of nurturing talent and fostering growth within the workforce: “Receiving this award is a tremendous honour, and I am truly humbled by the recognition,” said Estee Ross. “Mentoring apprentices has been an immensely rewarding experience, and I look forward to continuing to support and inspire young talents in their journey towards excellence.”

Warren extends heartfelt congratulations to Estee Ross for this well-deserved achievement, reflecting the company’s steadfast commitment to mentorship, innovation, and excellence in the manufacturing sector.

Congratulations Estee on your well-deserved award!

Adam Wheatley – Celebrating 20 years’ service at Warren

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At Warren, we take immense pride in our team members who contribute to our success and growth. We are thrilled to celebrate a remarkable milestone as Adam Wheatley marks two decades of dedicated service with our company.

Adam’s journey here at Warren began as an apprentice, where his passion for the manufacturing industry and commitment to excellence quickly set him apart. Over the years, he has exhibited unwavering loyalty and has become a trusted pillar of our organisation. From the shop floor to his current role as the factory manager, Adam has been instrumental in shaping our success.

We are delighted to honour Adam with a special recognition gift. In a heartfelt ceremony, Will, our Managing Director, expressed gratitude for Adam’s exceptional service and presented him with a token of appreciation.

Will, speaking about Adam’s journey, said, “Adam’s story is a testament to the values we hold dear at Warren Manufacturing – hard work, dedication, and continuous growth. His progression from an apprentice to the factory manager is a source of inspiration for all of us. Adam’s journey exemplifies the opportunities for career development and advancement that we strive to provide for our team members.”

Congratulations Adam, on this incredible milestone! Here’s to 20 years of excellence and many more years of success with Warren.

 

Congratulations, Ali!

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We are thrilled to share some exciting news that unfolded on 15th January, as we proudly presented Alistair with his well-deserved apprenticeship certificate. The culmination of hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment, this moment marked the completion of Ali’s comprehensive training programme, including the successful conclusion of his end-point assessment.

Congratulations, Ali!

Completing an apprenticeship is no small feat, and we couldn’t be prouder of Alistair for conquering every challenge that came his way. It’s been a journey filled with learning, growth, and, undoubtedly, a few hurdles. However, Ali’s perseverance and determination have shone through, proving that hard work truly pays off.

Here’s to Alistair, to new beginnings, and to the bright future that lies ahead for our remarkable team at Warren Manufacturing. Congratulations once again, Ali!

School Engagement Update

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In line with our ongoing dedication to assist our local high school, Thetford Academy, we have enlisted the help of two former students, Jed McConochie (Mechanical Assembler) and Alistair Newey (Level 3 Technician Apprentice), to contribute to Design & Technology lessons.

Each week, both individuals dedicate two hours to supporting the school. Their involvement extends beyond the classroom, encompassing activities such as addressing school assemblies, participating in the careers event, and providing specialised tours for students interested in pursuing careers in engineering. We extend our gratitude to Jed and Ali for their ongoing commitment to our company.

Our primary objective is to ensure that Thetford Academy students are well-informed about Warren, our operations, and the apprenticeship opportunities we offer.

It’s Christmas Jumper Day!

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‘Tis the season to be jolly, and at Warren, we’re not ones to miss out on the festive fun! As December rolls in, we decked the halls, adorned our workspaces with twinkling lights, and slipped into our cosiest Christmas jumpers to celebrate Christmas Jumper Day today – Thursday, 7th December.

Our team pulled out all the stops to showcase their individuality. There were snowflakes, reindeer, elves, and a few snowmen spotted on jumpers. The cheerful atmosphere resonated through the hum of machinery as we worked with an extra dose of enthusiasm!

As we approach the festive season, we’d like to inform our valued customers and partners about our Christmas and New Year opening hours:

📆 Closing for Christmas:

Friday, 22nd December at 2PM 🕑

🎉 Reopening for the New Year:

Tuesday, 2nd January at 6AM 🕕

From all of us at Warren, we wish you a joyous holiday season filled with warmth and laughter. Merry Christmas!

 

Cailum Wilson’s Remarkable Academic Journey

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In 2015,Our Founder Owner Richard Bridgman became an Honorary Fellow of UCS for his dedication to young people’s training, with a particular focus on West Suffolk College. Over the years, he has regularly attended the Graduation Ceremonies at Bury Cathedral, donning the traditional hat and gown, surrounded by graduates, their families, and friends. Richard says the atmosphere in the Cathedral has always been nothing short of incredible. Unfortunately, he had to miss this year’s ceremony as he was abroad.

This year holds a special significance for Warren Services, as Cailum Wilson, who commenced his journey as an Apprentice with us in 2016, achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first person from Warren to earn a degree. Despite Cailum leaving our team during his final year of study, his determination and perseverance led him to successfully complete the qualification. We take immense pride in Cailum’s accomplishment, a well-deserved recognition of his unwavering dedication.

The attached photo captures the moment CEO Nikos Savvas personally congratulated Cailum after the ceremony, fulfilling Richard’s request. Looking ahead, we are optimistic that we will have more reasons to celebrate during the next graduation day. Two of our current Apprentices are currently in the final year of their degree course, raising hopes for a double celebration in the near future!

A few words from Cailum:

“I joined Warren back in 2016 after finishing college. I wanted to join a degree apprenticeship program in-stead of attending university on a more traditional pathway. Through a mutual friend I got the opportunity to have a phone call/interview with Richard and Will, and they were kind enough to offer me some work experience before joining the degree apprenticeship.

“Over the next few years I got the opportunity to work in most of the departments at Warren, learning from some of the best engineers in the industry. While working I studied for my HNC/HND through West Suffolk College. After being in the workshop for 4 years I then moved into design and worked on prototyping ma-chines for various customers and studied for the last leg of my degree. In the last year I moved on to Mar-shalls ADG as a Systems Development Engineer. I can’t thank enough everyone at Warren for putting up with me during my apprenticeship and teaching me vital industry knowledge, including to check what fuel you are putting in the company truck!”

New Career Opportunity – CNC Turner

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Background – Warren Services Ltd is an established and highly successful Engineering Manufacturing business based in Thetford, Norfolk.  We have a permanent opportunity for a high caliber candidate to join the machine shop.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing and progressive organisation at an exciting time.

Reporting to: Machining Manager

Main Duties/Responsibilities

  • CNC experience is essential
  • Setting and Programming skills
  • Must be experienced to a good level but not necessarily apprentice trained
  • Fanuc based programming would be an advantage
  • Knowledge of Fusion 360 would be an advantage
  • You will be working independently a lot of the time.

Additional Duties

  • Undertake any other reasonable management request
  • To attend staff meetings when requested
  • Work flexibly where possible to support the business when needed
  • Attend training requested by the company which is linked to the development of your job role
  • Ensure waste is kept to a minimum to benefit both the company and the environment
  • Ensure your working area is kept tidy at all times and general housekeeping maintained to assist with H&S procedures.

Legal Duties

  • Attend any Health and Safety training when required
  • Ensure full compliance with all areas of Health and Safety as per company Health and Safety policy
  • Ensure full compliance with health and safety personal protective equipment including work boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, overalls as required by legislation and set out in company health and safety procedures.

Salary-depends on experience and qualifications.

Hours of work: 6.00am-2.00pm Monday to Friday with a 10 minute paid tea break and a 20 minute paid rest break. Any additional hours over 40 will be paid at overtime rate

Benefits:

  • 40 hours per week Mon-Fri
  • 31 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays of which 3 must be taken at the Christmas shutdown)
  • Company Pension Scheme (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Sick pay (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Accident/Life Insurance (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Wellbeing Service (eligible after a qualifying period).

This job description is designed to help you in the understanding of your role and is not intended to be a definitive list of your duties as flexibility in meeting company needs is required by all employees

Please send your CV, covering letter and salary expectation to: recruitment@warrenservices.co.uk

New Career Opportunity – CNC Miller

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Background – Warren Services Ltd is an established and highly successful Engineering Manufacturing business based in Thetford, Norfolk.  We have a permanent opportunity for a high caliber candidate to join the machine shop.  This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing and progressive organisation at an exciting time.

Reporting to: Milling Supervisor

Main Duties/Responsibilities

  • CNC experience is essential
  • Setting and Programming skills
  • Must be experienced to a good level but not necessarily apprentice trained
  • Fanuc based programming would be an advantage
  • Knowledge of Fusion 360 would be an advantage
  • You will be working independently a lot of the time
  • Experience in food, oil/gas aerospace would be an advantage.

Additional Duties

  • Undertake any other reasonable management request
  • To attend staff meetings when requested
  • Work flexibly where possible to support the business when needed
  • Attend training requested by the company which is linked to the development of your job role
  • Ensure waste is kept to a minimum to benefit both the company and the environment
  • Ensure your working area is kept tidy at all times and general housekeeping maintained to assist with H&S procedures.

Legal Duties

  • Attend any Health and Safety training when required
  • Ensure full compliance with all areas of Health and Safety as per company Health and Safety policy
  • Ensure full compliance with health and safety personal protective equipment including work boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, overalls as required by legislation and set out in company health and safety procedures.

Salary-depends on experience and qualifications.

Hours of work: 6.00am-2.00pm Monday to Friday with a 10 minute paid tea break and a 20 minute paid rest break. Any additional hours over 40 will be paid at overtime rate.

Benefits

  • 31 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays, of which 3 must be taken at the Christmas shutdown)
  • Company Pension Scheme (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Sick pay (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Accident/Life Insurance (eligible after a qualifying period)

This job description is designed to help you in the understanding of your role and is not intended to be a definitive list of your duties as flexibility in meeting company needs is required by all employees

Please apply in writing to Estee Ross with a covering letter and CV: recruitment@warrenservices.co.uk

Chairman of Norfolk County Council Tours Warren

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On Tuesday 3rd October, Warren had the privilege of hosting a visit from Counsellor Barry Stone, the Chairman of Norfolk County Council.

Barry’s purpose for the visit was to engage in a discussion about apprenticeships and to have a tour of our facilities at Fison and Brickfields Way.

Counsellor Barry is committed to ensuring that young people receive the necessary encouragement to make informed career choices beyond the age of 16. During his visit, he expressed a keen interest in this aspect of education and career development.

Barry was very impressed by the scale and cleanliness of our factories, as well as the wide diversity of work taking place within our organisation, leaving him with a positive impression of Warren’s operations.

New Career Opportunity – Welder/Fabricator

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Background- Warren Services Ltd is an established and highly successful Engineering Manufacturing business based in Thetford, Norfolk. We have a permanent opportunity for a high caliber candidate to join the Welding area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing and progressive organisation at an exciting time.

Reporting to – Welding & Fabrication Manager

Main Duties/Responsibilities

  • Skilled Fabricator and Welder
  • Must be confident with MIG Welding
  • Have the ability to work with steel of various thickness (Thin gauge – up to 30-40mm)
  • Able to interpret engineering drawings.

Preferred Skills:

  • Time served welder
  • Competent in quality control of own work

Personal Attributes:

  • Reliable
  • Conscientious
  • Works well under pressure
  • Problem solving approach
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Additional Duties

Undertake any other reasonable management request
To attend staff meetings when requested
Work flexibly where possible to support the business when needed
Attend training requested by the company which is linked to the development of your job role
Ensure waste is kept to a minimum to benefit both the company and the environment
Ensure your working area is kept tidy at all times and general housekeeping maintained to assist with H&S procedures.

Legal Duties

Attend any Health and Safety training when required.
Ensure full compliance with all areas of Health and Safety as per company Health and Safety policy. Ensure full compliance with health and safety personal protective equipment including work boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, overalls as required by legislation and set out in company health and safety procedures.

Salary – dependent on experience and qualifications.

Hours of work – 6am-2pm Monday to Friday OR
2.00pm-12.00pm Monday to Thursday OR
2.00pm-10.30pm Monday to Thursday and 1.30pm-7.30pm on Friday
with a 10 minute paid tea break and a 20 minute paid rest break. Any additional hours over 40 will be paid at overtime rate.

Benefits

  • 32 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays, of which 3 must be taken at the Christmas shutdown)
  • Company Pension Scheme (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Sick pay (eligible after a qualifying period)
  • Accident/Life Insurance (eligible after a qualifying period)

This job description is designed to help you in the understanding of your role and is not intended to be a definitive list of your duties as flexibility in meeting company needs is required by all employees.

Please apply in writing to Estee Ross with a covering letter and CV: recruitment@warrenservices.co.uk