21 May 2025
Shotton Mill Forges Key Partnership with Mechspan to Accelerate Team Building for Historic Start-Up
In a significant move to bolster its workforce as it rapidly approaches the crucial stages of installation, commissioning, and start-up, Shotton Mill Limited is thrilled to announce its official partnership with Mechspan as its Principal Recruiter for external talent acquisition. This strategic alliance is set to accelerate the recruitment of 200 talented individuals in just four months, a vital step in building the formidable team required for the transformed mill's successful launch.
"Building the absolute best team is critical as we advance towards commissioning and start-up," states Joanne Mandley, Head of Human Resources. "Mechspan bring invaluable expertise, deeply rooted in the paper industry, making them the perfect fit to help us identify and onboard the skilled professionals we need to complement our existing talent. They truly understand our world, which is why they're such a good fit."
The decision to partner with Mechspan stems from their 16-year history within the paper industry. Founded by industry veterans, the firm boasts unparalleled insight and a profound understanding of the sector's unique demands. This positions Mechspan perfectly to identify and attract the highly specialized talent that Shotton Mill requires.
Working hand-in-hand with Shotton Mill's HR team and department leaders, Mechspan will actively lead the charge in identifying and securing the right people. This will involve proactive headhunting and targeted recruitment in specialist areas, ensuring a top-tier talent pool. While Mechspan spearheads external recruitment, the Shotton Mill HR team will continue to oversee the overall recruitment process and manage internal career development discussions.
The collaboration will see a regular on-site presence from the Mechspan team. The recruitment ramp-up will begin in full force very soon. Mechspan will utilize various channels to find the best candidates and Shotton Mill encourages everyone to keep an eye out for upcoming advertisements as they look forward to welcoming many new colleagues ready for start-up.
"We're incredibly excited about this partnership and the expertise Mechspan brings to our recruitment strategy," adds Joanne. "If you know someone who has the skills and competencies for Shotton Mill and would like to refer them, please direct them to our HR team, who can provide guidance on the next steps."
