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Role: Account Manager
Location: Poole
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 + OTE (DOE)
Holt Recruitment is recruiting for an Account Manager to join our client in Poole on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a dynamic industry in a fast-paced environment.
Whats in it for you?
- Salary & Rewards: Starting from £28,000 annually (depending on experience), plus performance-related bonuses linked to both individual and company success.
- Work-Life Balance: Standard office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am5:30 pm, including a full hour for lunch.
- Work Setting: Primarily office-based, though flexibility is offered where it makes sense.
- Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave in addition to all UK bank holidays.
- Pension: 4% employer contribution in line with statutory requirements.
- Development: Ongoing training and guidance to build expertise in our products and sector.
- Extras: Employee discount on our audio product range, plus free on-site parking.
What will you be responsible for as an Account Manager?
- Build strong relationships with existing customers while developing new business opportunities
- Manage inbound enquiries and process orders through our ERP system
- Confidently handle objections and position our products against competitors
- Support the wider sales team and contribute to regular sales meetings
- Represent the company at the office, trade shows, and industry events when needed
If youre target-driven, a natural communicator, and looking to grow within a supportive team, this could be the perfect next step.
What do you need?
- Is enthusiastic, outgoing, optimistic, and skilled at building relationships.
- Has 3+ years of proven experience in a similar B2B sales or account management role.
- Has strong objection-handling skillsquick thinking and confident in overcoming customer concerns.
- Has telesales experience offering high-value or premium products.
- Is a customer service-oriented self-starter with strong communication skills.
- Is commercially minded, well-organised, motivated by success, and detail-focused.
- Shares our passion for audio, electronics, music, car culture, or boating.
What is the next step?
If you believe this is the right role for you, click 'Apply' or call us, and one of our team members will be happy to discuss the Account Manager role in Poole.
Job ID Number: 98079
Division: Commercial Division
Job Role: Account Manager
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Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England
Start: 18/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £32000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-18 09:01:07
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Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Location: Horsham Base/ Some International Travel Required
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer to join our team at Chess Dynamics.
In this role, you will provide expert field support to our customers worldwide, ensuring the stable operation of our advanced hardware and software products such as fire control systems, naval electro-optical surveillance, and land/vehicle surveillance systems.
You will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing these systems to ensure total customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform offsite repairs, installation, and configuration of Chess products and systems at customer locations
- Deliver after-sales support, servicing, and maintenance to ensure system reliability
- Generate clear and detailed post-visit reports including situation analysis and recommendations
- Assess, strip-down, repair, and test customer returns requiring service
- Support sales team demos, trials, and prepare demo equipment for customer presentations
- Test and evaluate new equipment and sensors alongside Sales and Engineering teams
- Prepare risk assessments and safe systems of work (SSOW) for installations and commissioning
- Lead factory acceptance testing (FAT) and participate in other customer activities as required
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Customer Services function
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Experience maintaining complex electrical and mechanical systems within military environments (naval, army, air force)
- Strong knowledge of electronics, microcontrollers, servo tuning, radar, optics, and communications systems
- Proficient mechanical and electro-mechanical skills with hardware and software troubleshooting expertise
- Strong understanding of PC architecture, IP networking, software updates, and problem diagnosis
- Excellent interpersonal and commercial skills to manage customer relationships diplomatically and professionally
- Ability to work in challenging environments including outdoor, marine, and heights settings
- Willingness to travel worldwide at short notice and work extended hours as necessary
Desirable:
- Clean UK driving licence including class C1 for company vehicle use
- Current interest or knowledge in army/navy equipment and procedures
- Experience delivering maintenance and operator training to customers
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Type: Permanent Location: Horsham,England
Start: 18/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-18 08:07:05
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Engineering Manager
Are you ready to shape the future of engineered bespoke technology on a global stage? Join our pioneering team in Poole and take the helm as our clients next Engineering Manager! Are you confident and knowledgeable with stress analysis calculations? Can you lead a team of Mechanical Design specialists who will rely on your knowledge to sign the designs off?
In this role, youll be steering a talented engineering department at a company renowned for delivering both rapid-turnaround and highly complex engineering solutions to clients around the globe.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing trailblazing products that make industries safer, smarter, and more efficient.
What Makes This Role Exciting:
- Lead Innovation: Be the driving force behind the research, design, and development of revolutionary lifting equipment.
From concept to prototype to final release, your vision will help set new benchmarks in safety and functionality.
- Global Impact: Every day brings new challenges from an international customer base your work will drive solutions across diverse sectors and geographies.
- People & Culture: Guide and develop a high-performing engineering team, inspiring creative problem-solving, technical excellence, and continuous growth.
- Hands-On Leadership: Engage directly in critical decision-making, detailed specification reviews, performance appraisals, and representing the organisation on technical councils.
- Tech at the Forefront: Utilise the latest FEA software, 3D modeling, and compliance strategies with ASME, CE, and UKCA requirements all while keeping your team at the leading edge of lifting industry regulations and standards.
- Innovation Pipeline: Own the end-to-end new product development journey for market-defining equipment, from blue-sky brainstorming to pre-production testing.
- Real-World Results: See your leadership and ideas materialize in the equipment that keeps critical industries running safely and efficiently.
What this role requires in terms of talent and experience:
- UK National, due to client security limitations
- Ideally you will have a BEng qualification.
This role requires a solid engineering (not product design) background
- A strong background in Mechanical or structural engineering
- A forward-thinking leader with a passion for developing people and products alike.
- Proactive and adaptable driving projects to completion in fast-changing, high-responsibility environments.
- A strategic mind who can act both globally and locally, prioritizing a diverse project portfolio with precision.
- A champion of engineering standards and continuous improvement, always ready to consult, mentor, and innovate.
Benefits as Engineering Manager:
- Up to £65k DOE
- Generous holiday
- Pension
- On- site parking
- Friendly well-respected business
- Exciting projects
Ready to take charge of tomorrows engineering challenges in a fully immersive and exciting business.
If youre a UK national with a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering, excited by the prospect of leading both people and cutting-edge innovation - we want to hear from you.
Apply directly or get in touch at alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £55000 - £65000 per annum, Benefits: Onsite parking, exciting projects
Posted: 2025-09-17 16:17:12
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Production Coordinator
Location: Havant
Salary: up to £27,000 per annum
Hours: Monday Friday (half day Friday)
This role is key to ensuring projects are completed on schedule and to the required standards.
It involves actively monitoring progress, identifying potential delays or bottlenecks, and working closely with relevant departments to resolve issues and keep work moving forward.
Duties
- Keep a close eye on the progress of projects and tasks from start to finish, making sure everything stays on track
- Spot any risks, delays, or hold-ups early and take steps to prevent them from becoming bigger issues
- Check that the right parts, materials, and resources are available when needed to keep things moving
- Act as the go-to link between teams, sharing updates and progress reports with managers and colleagues
- Help teams resolve problems quickly by encouraging clear communication and practical solutions
- Look into delivery challenges, quality concerns, or workflow disruptions and work to get them sorted
- Collaborate with the right people to put corrective actions in place when things dont go as planned
- Escalate issues to senior managers if they cant be resolved at your level
- Keep accurate notes on progress, conversations, and actions taken
- Lend a hand with admin tasks that support the smooth running of the role and wider department
- Contribute to the overall success of the team by supporting departmental goals
Skills
- Experience in a similar role, ideally within a busy production or fast-paced environment
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with people at all levels
- Strong organisational skills, able to juggle multiple priorities and still meet deadlines
- A sharp eye for detail, with the ability to spot issues before they become problems
- Comfortable using software and systems for tracking progress, reporting, and managing data
To apply, or for more information please contact Shannon on 07441919648 / shannon@holtrecruitmentgroup.com ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Havant,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £27000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-17 14:57:09
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Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
Romsey, Hampshire
£32,500 - £42,500 per annum
Full-Time, 44 hours per week
39 plus 5 hours of compulsory overtime payable at time and one third (1.33)
Are you a hands-on, skilled Maintenance Engineer with both mechanical and electrical expertise? Do you have experience working with plastic pipe extrusion lines and automated machinery? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are recruiting a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Romsey, supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of plastic pipe extrusion lines, plastic fabrication, and tool making equipment.
You will play a key role in keeping production running smoothly and efficiently across equipment such as extruders, haul-offs, cutters, vacuum tanks, and downstream machinery producing HDPE, PPR, and PP pipes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and breakdown repairs on extrusion lines and associated machinery
- Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults quickly and efficiently
- Support equipment setups, commissioning, and continuous improvement projects to boost machine performance and reduce downtime
- Monitor machine performance and work with production teams to optimise efficiency and minimise waste
- Maintain detailed maintenance logs, including fault tracking and spare parts usage
- Read and interpret technical documentation such as wiring diagrams, pneumatic/hydraulic schematics, and manuals
- Adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times
- Participate in root cause analysis, OEE improvements, and reliability engineering initiatives
- Conduct general building maintenance including lighting, power supplies, and plumbing
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Recognised qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND essential)
- Proven maintenance experience with plastic pipe extrusion or automated machinery (single screw extruders, vacuum tanks, haul-offs, cutters advantageous)
- Strong fault-finding abilities on PLC-based controls, motors, sensors, and variable speed drives (VSDs)
- Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, cooling/chiller circuits, and pipe sizing equipment
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, continuous production environment
- Commitment to safe working practices and risk assessments
Desirable:
- Knowledge of 18th Edition Electrical Wiring Regulations (preferable for electrical candidates)
- Experience with automation and PLC fault diagnosis (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, 5S, TPM, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Previous experience in the plastic pipe manufacturing industry (water, gas, cable conduit)
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Type: Permanent Location: Romsey,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £32500 - £42500 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-17 13:10:07
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Are you a systems engineering professional looking to work on mission-critical aerospace systems? Were hiring a Senior Systems Engineer to join a high-performing team developing advanced release systems used across some of the worlds most prominent military aircraft platforms.
This role offers the opportunity to work across the full system lifecycle, from concept through to design, integration, and in-service support, on projects that directly support national and global security operations.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Lead systems engineering activities, from technical planning and requirements management to verification and validation.
- Analyse system performance across concept, design, testing, installation, and operations phases.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with stakeholders to interpret operational needs and translate them into system requirements.
- Conduct trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definitions.
- Support complex project and task management across multidisciplinary teams.
- Help shape operational documentation and ensure engineering solutions meet technical, schedule, and cost expectations.
What Youll Bring:
- Degree in Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
- 5+ years experience in systems engineering, with knowledge of the full development lifecycle.
- Strong background in requirements management and systems architecture.
- Experience with ILS (Integrated Logistic Support) and/or reliability.
- Skilled in documentation, reporting, and technical communications.
- Experience with tools like DOORS, Innoslate, or equivalent.
- Awareness of CAD, CFD, and FEA tools and regulatory compliance processes (e.g.
MAA, DAOEs) is an advantage.
- Comfortable providing mentoring or coaching to less experienced engineers.
Desirable Experience:
- Background in aerospace, defence, or mission-critical system environments.
- Exposure to IPS/ILS (Integrated Product or Logistics Support).
- Experience in supporting Certificate of Design and regulatory approvals.
Why Join?
- Half-day Fridays for better work-life balance
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
- Private medical insurance (with optional family cover)
- Up to 7% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance, group income protection, and a flexible benefits platform including gym membership, dental, critical illness cover, and cycle-to-work
- Access to an employee assistance programme for mental health and wellbeing
Eligibility Requirements:
Please note: Due to the nature of the work, UK right-to-work and eligibility for BPSS clearance is required.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that make a real impact.
If you're ready to take on a senior technical role with hands-on influence and strategic oversight, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to join a team shaping the future of aerospace technology.
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Type: Permanent Location: Brighton,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £65000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Half-day Fridays, Private Medical Cover & More!
Posted: 2025-09-17 12:24:07
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CNC Turner - Night Shift
Location: Andover
Salary: £30,000- £40,000 + 30% Shift Premium(DOE)
Hours: Mon - Wed 4.15pm-4.30am Thurs 4.15pm - 9pm
Overtime: Available
Overview
Were working with a respected precision engineering company in Andover who are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join their team.
If youre a detail-focused machinist who takes pride in producing top-quality components, this could be the ideal role for you.
The Role
In this position, youll programme, set, and operate CNC turning machines using Fanuc controls, manufacturing precision parts from a variety of materials to tight tolerances.
Youll be an important part of a skilled team, contributing to a wide range of challenging and rewarding projects.
Responsibilities
- Programme, set, and operate CNC turning machines (Fanuc).
- Read and work from engineering drawings and specifications.
- Select and set appropriate tooling and work-holding devices.
- Carry out first-off and in-process inspections.
- Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
- Work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a CNC Turner.
- Proficient in Fanuc programming (desireable).
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings/specifications.
- Experience machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, and stainless steel.
- Solid understanding of tooling selection and machining principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Able to work to tight tolerances.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (advantageous).
Apply Now
If youre interested in this role, please apply directly or contact:
Max Sinclair
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Type: Permanent Location: Andover,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £38000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-17 09:10:11
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CNC Turner - Day Shift
Location: Andover
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 + Overtime (DOE)
Overview
Were working with a respected precision engineering company in Andover who are looking for an experienced CNC Turner to join their team.
If youre a detail-focused machinist who takes pride in producing top-quality components, this could be the ideal role for you.
The Role
In this position, youll programme, set, and operate CNC turning machines using Fanuc controls, manufacturing precision parts from a variety of materials to tight tolerances.
Youll be an important part of a skilled team, contributing to a wide range of challenging and rewarding projects.
Responsibilities
- Programme, set, and operate CNC turning machines (Fanuc).
- Read and work from engineering drawings and specifications.
- Select and set appropriate tooling and work-holding devices.
- Carry out first-off and in-process inspections.
- Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area.
- Work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a CNC Turner.
- Proficient in Fanuc programming (desireable).
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings/specifications.
- Experience machining a range of materials including steel, aluminium, and stainless steel.
- Solid understanding of tooling selection and machining principles.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Able to work to tight tolerances.
- Relevant engineering qualifications (advantageous).
Apply Now
If youre interested in this role, please apply directly or contact:
Max Sinclair
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Type: Permanent Location: Andover,England
Start: 17/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £40000 per annum, Benefits: Overtime Available
Posted: 2025-09-17 09:04:04
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Mobile Bodyshop Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician:
Ref 138257
- Paying up to £35,000 basic salary plus bonus with and OTE of £50,000
- Individual bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Pension contributions
- Discounted purchase schemes
- Benefits App
- Permanent role
I am currently working with a great dealership group who are looking to add a qualified Mobile Bodyshop Technician to their team based out of the Bolton area.
Mobile Bodyshop Technician roles and responsibilities:
- Carrying out any scheduled repairs that have been pre-arranged.
- Preparation work
- Local Paintwork
- Medium filler repairs
- Bodywork refurbishing on vehicles to name but a few of the tasks.
Skills and experience required as a Mobile Bodyshop Technician:
- At least 2 years experience as a Body Repair Technician
- ATA/ NVQ certification is advantageous but not essential
- Strong attention to detail
- A fast and accurate worker
- Highly organised with a flexible approach to working patterns
If you want to hear more about the Mobile Bodyshop Technician role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Richard on 07590309374 / richard@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
Mobile Bodyshop Technician £55,000 Bodyshop Bolton
Bodyshop Technician, Multi Skilled Technician, accident repair centre, automotive, motor trade, Panel Beater, Painter, MET Technician, Mobile Bodyshop Technician ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Bolton,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 16:54:07
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Car Paint Sprayer, Spray Painter Vacancy
Ref - 186544
- Paying up to £40,000 plus bonus
- Group bonus available
- Monday to Friday
- 22 days holiday per year going up to 26 with time served, plus bank holidays.
- Westfield Health and rewards scheme
- Pension
- Plus much more
- Permanent Vacancy
We are looking for a highly skilled Paint Sprayer to join a leading Bodyshop in the Macclesfield area..
Key role and responsibilities as a Paint Sprayer:
- Spray paint vehicles
- Examine vehicles to identify additional work for repair
- Prep, Filler and polish
- Mix paint to ensure the perfect match
- Quality check
Minimum requirements for a Paint Sprayer:
- Ideally you will be an experienced Paint Sprayer with a settled career history in a Bodyshop environment and be able to demonstrate a hands on and focus-driven approach
- The candidate will be an enthusiastic/ driven individual that is also able to deliver high-quality work at all times
- This position requires somebody with good attention to detail and also works to high standards at all times
If you want to hear more about the Paint Sprayer role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Richard on 07590309374 / richard@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
Paint Sprayer - £50,000 Bodyshop Macclesfield
Car Spray Painter, Paint Sprayer, Prepper, Polisher, Crash Repair, Motor Trade, Bodyshop, Accident Repair Centre
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Type: Permanent Location: Macclesfield,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 15:18:04
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CNC Turner
Location: Droitwich, Worcestershire
Salary: £15 - £18 p/h (DOE)
Overview
We are seeking a skilled CNC Turner to join a leading engineering and manufacturing business.
If you have proven turning experience, strong knowledge of Siemens A2100XZT, and the ability to program offline, wed like to hear from you.
Milling experience (3+4 axis) would be highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
- Program, set, and operate CNC turning machines using Siemens A2100XZT controls
- Produce precision components to tight tolerances across a range of materials
- Perform offline programming for efficient production runs
- Interpret engineering drawings and ensure all components meet specification requirements
- Select and set up appropriate tooling and work-holding devices
- Conduct first-off and inâprocess quality inspections
- Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues promptly
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
- Collaborate effectively with both the production and engineering teams
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop
Requirements
- Solid experience as a CNC Turner (essential)
- Proven proficiency with Siemens A2100XZT controls
- Experience in offline programming for turning operations
- Comfortable with 3 and 4 axis CNC milling (advantageous)
- Confident in reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings
- Strong ability to work to tight tolerances and high standards
If this role sounds of interest and you would like to find out more, please contact Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Droitwich Spa,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £30000 - £35000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:39:17
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CNC Miller
Salary: £35,000£45,000+ Benefits
Hours: 39/week (MonThurs 6:453:30, Fri 7:001:00)
Location: Lymington
Join our team producing high-value precision components for diverse industries.
Youll program, set, and operate 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC milling machines, interpret technical drawings, and consistently deliver work to quality standards, following job instructions and production requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program, set, and operate CNC mills
- Evaluate blueprints and set up sheets for machining operations
- Support new product introduction and process improvements
- Train and hand over processes to other team members
- Ensure quality, safety, and continuous process control
- Conduct daily machine maintenance and take accurate measurements
Requirements:
- Experience in precision manufacturing
- Strong ability to read engineering drawings and work instructions
- Skilled with CNC programming, setup and operation
- Mechanical engineering apprenticeship completed
- Right to work in the UK
- Knowledge of Mazak, Heidenhain, Fanuc controls, modern tooling, H&S practices
Ready to progress your CNC career? Apply now by contacting Max Sinclair - max@holtengineering.co.uk
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Type: Permanent Location: Lymington,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:38:05
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Job Title: CNC Miller
Location: Twyford, UK
Salary: £15 - £22 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM 3:00 PM or 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Overtime available evenings and weekends
CNC Miller Overview: Are you a highly skilled and experienced CNC Miller with strong expertise in Mazak programming and operation? We are seeking a dedicated and meticulous professional to join a progressive manufacturing facility in Twyford.
If you thrive on producing complex, high-precision components and want to advance your career in a challenging environment, we want to hear from you.
About the Role: As a CNC Miller, ideally with 5-axis experience, you will play a key role in programming, setting, and operating Mazak CNC milling machines to manufacture intricate parts to exacting specifications.
This role demands precision, strong problem-solving skills, and a sharp eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program, set up, and operate Mazak CNC milling machines, including 5-axis machinery using Mazatrol control language where applicable.
- Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and 3D models, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Select appropriate tooling and cutting parameters to achieve required finishes and tight tolerances.
- Perform first-off and in-process quality inspections using CMM, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, and other measuring equipment.
- Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust programs or settings as needed.
- Maintain machine tools and keep work areas clean and efficient.
- Collaborate with team members and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience programming, setting, and operating CNC milling machines, with strong preference for Mazak controls.
- Experience with 5-axis milling operations highly desirable.
- Proficient in Mazatrol programming language.
- Strong ability to read and interpret complex drawings including GD&T.
- Experience machining a variety of materials such as aerospace alloys, stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, and others.
- Excellent understanding of machining principles, tooling, and workholding strategies.
- Problem-solving mindset with attention to quality and detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Relevant technical qualifications or certifications are advantageous.
- Knowledge or experience with laser operation/programming beneficial but not essential.
How to Apply: Please hit apply now or send your CV to Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hurst,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £15 - £22 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:38:05
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Job Title: Senior Design Estimator
Location: Hybrid between Stockbridge and London
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DoE
Hours: Mon - Fri
About the Role
A unique opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Design Estimator to join our growing team.
Reporting to the Design & Estimation Manager, youll be responsible for researching, selecting, and costing the best processes, materials, and suppliers for the manufacture of custom sculptural and interior pieces.
Your role will be pivotal in ensuring both profitability and top-level quality, by interpreting technical drawings and collaborating with colleagues and suppliers to deliver exceptional results.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Design, Estimation, Sales, and Procurement teams to scope and cost projects
- Source and evaluate suppliers; build positive working relationships
- Analyse costs for production including materials, labour, and equipment
- Use ERP system and technical documentation to prepare accurate estimates
- Oversee the accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOM) and support new product implementation
- Review and report on company catalogue costs and highlight significant changes
- Support value-engineering and process improvement initiatives
- Ensure all quotations and pricing are competitive and meet company objectives
- Present clear and timely cost information to production and sales teams
About You Skills and Experience
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with ERP/estimating software and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
- Highly analytical with strong numerical and communication skills
- Experience interpreting production drawings and working with cross-functional project teams
- Previous experience in a design estimating/costing role, ideally in high-end or bespoke manufacturing
- A flexible, organised, and professional approach with an eye for quality and process optimisation
How to Apply
If you are ready to bring your analytical expertise and creative problem-solving to a dynamic team we want to hear from you! Please email your CV to Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stockbridge,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £65000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:37:06
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CNC Miller
Location: Andover
Salary: £15 £20 per hour (DOE)
Overview
Holt Engineering are working with a leading precision engineering company in Andover who are looking to add skilled CNC Millers to their growing team.
Supplying highâquality components to a variety of industries, the business has recently secured a major automotive contract and is expanding its machining team.
Responsibilities
- Set and operate CNC machining centres (Mazak, Heidenhain, Fanuc).
- Edit CNC programs as required to achieve precision specifications.
- Manufacture highâquality components to tight tolerances.
- Carry out quality checks to ensure parts meet required standards.
- Maintain production targets and deadlines.
- Collaborate with colleagues to meet output goals.
- Conduct basic maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
Requirements
- Previous CNC machining experience (Mazak, Heidenhain, or Fanuc preferred).
- Confident with offsets and tooling changes.
- Strong knowledge of machining principles, methods, and materials.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
- High attention to detail and problemâsolving skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime when required.
Apply Now
If youre an experienced CNC Miller with a passion for precision engineering, wed love to hear from you.
Please send your CV directly or contact:
Max Sinclair
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Type: Permanent Location: Andover,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £15 - £20 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:33:04
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Quality Manager
Location: Southampton
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Dependent on Exp + benefits Were looking for an experienced Quality Manager to take a leading role within an established engineering and manufacturing business.
This is a hands-on leadership position where youll be responsible for maintaining and developing the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with key industry standards, and guiding a small team to deliver on quality objectives.
The Role This is an opportunity to make a real impact.
Youll be the go-to person for all things quality, driving both compliance and continuous improvement.
Working closely with senior managers and wider teams, youll oversee audits, manage customer issues, and ensure that processes consistently meet business, regulatory, and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the quality team in achieving business-wide objectives
- Maintain and build on the companys QMS, keeping it in line with EN 9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001
- Plan, carry out and coordinate internal audits, as well as support external assessments
- Manage non-conformances, customer complaints, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
- Use structured problem-solving tools (8D, FMEA, SPC) to investigate issues and implement effective solutions
- Monitor and report on key quality KPIs such as defect rates, audit results and supplier performance
- Promote a culture of quality first across the business
About You To succeed in this role, youll need proven experience in a Quality Manager or senior quality position within a regulated manufacturing environment ideally aerospace or defence.
You should be confident dealing with external auditors and certification bodies, and bring the following:
- Strong knowledge of QMS standards and requirements (EN 9100, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
- Previous experience managing audits and assessment
- A background in root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques (e.g.
8D, FMEA, SPC)
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills able to influence and support at all levels
- Proficiency with MS Office and QMS/ERP systems
If youre an experienced quality professional who thrives in regulated manufacturing and youre ready to take ownership of a vital function, wed like to hear from you.
Apply today to explore this opportunity further contact max@holtengineering.co.uk - Max Sinclair ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Southampton,England
Start: 16/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £60000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-16 07:32:13
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Smart Repair Technician
SMART Repair Technician/Cosmetic Repair tech
- Salary: Earning potential circa £42,000 per annum
- Hours: Mon - Thursday 8am-5pm - Friday 8am-4.30pm
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including eyecare vouchers, dental insurance plus more
- Discounted Gym
- Plus much more
- Permanent position
We are looking for an experienced SMART Repair Technician to join a business with in the Stoke on Trent area.
Key role and responsibilities as a Paint Sprayer / SMART Repair Technician:
- Bumper and trim repairs
- Examine vehicles to identify additional work for repair
- Minor dent removals
- Clearly document all work performed ensuring that times are recorded Accurately and within agreed time frames
- Mix paint to ensure the perfect match
- Spray paint vehicles
- Alloy refurbish
- Interior refurbishment
- Quality check
- Adhere to health and safety requirements and maintain a tidy workstation
Minimum requirements for a Paint Sprayer / SMART Repair Technician:
- Ideally you will be an experienced S.M.A.R.T repairer or an experienced Paint Sprayer with a settled career history in a Bodyshop environment and be able to demonstrate a hands on and focus-driven approach.
- The candidate will be an enthusiastic/ driven individual that is also able to deliver high-quality work at all times.
- This position requires somebody with good attention to detail and also works to high standards at all times.
If you want to hear more about the Paint Sprayer / SMART Repair Technician role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Richard on 07590309374 / richard@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
Paint Sprayer / SMART Repair Technician- £42,000 Bodyshop Stoke
SMART Repair Technician, Cosmetic Repair Technician, Smart Repair, Bodyshop, Accident Repair Centre ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hanley,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £42000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-15 16:43:03
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Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA / Vehicle Estimator
Ref - 190970
- Salary Circa £45,000
- Monday to Friday
- 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
- Company pension
- Healthcare
- Rewards schemes
- Ongoing training and development
- Permanent role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Damage Assessor / Vehicle Accident Damage Estimator to join an established Accident Repair Centre in the Preston area.
Key role and responsibilities as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:
- You will undertake the inspection of accident damaged vehicles, assessing the full extent of the damage, costs of repair and time frames.
- You will ensure our work providers menu pricing schedules and repair methodologies and key information for each contract is being adhered too on each job.
- You will work within our guidelines to ensure that the workflow volume meets targets.
- Use computerised estimating systems.
- Liaise regularly with insurance and accident management companies with any updates or queries relating to relevant jobs.
- Contact customers to provide updates
Minimum requirements as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:
- Must have experience using estimating software (ideally Audatex)
- ATA is advantageous but not essential
- Ensure customer expectations are met and demonstrate great service skills
If you want to hear more about the Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Richard on 07590309374 / richard@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor - £45,000 Preston Bodyshop
VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator
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Type: Permanent Location: Preston,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-15 13:30:07
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Temporary Service Advisor / Customer Support Main Dealership, Bristol
- Location Main Dealership Bristol
- Contract Temporary 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm
- Pay £12.98 £13.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Were looking for a friendly, professional, and organised individual to join our team on a temporary basis at our busy main dealership in Bristol.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong customer service or administration experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Be the first point of contact for customers face-to-face and over the phone
- Manage enquiries, bookings, and service updates
- Provide efficient administrative support to the service team
- Accurately process paperwork and service documentation
- Deliver excellent customer care at every stage
Skills & Experience
- Background in customer service, administration, or service advising (automotive preferred, not essential)
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- IT literate and quick to pick up new systems
- Organised, detail-focused, and able to multitask effectively
- Professional, positive, and customer-focused approach
If youre enthusiastic, reliable, and enjoy delivering excellent service, wed love to hear from you!
Apply now by sending your CV and availability. ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Bristol,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Duration: 12 Weeks
Salary / Rate: £13 per hour
Posted: 2025-09-15 12:28:05
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Role: Sales Executive
Location: Poole
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 + OTE (DOE)
Holt Recruitment is recruiting for a Sales Executive to join our client in Poole on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a dynamic industry in a fast-paced environment.
Whats in it for you?
- Salary & Rewards: Starting from £28,000 annually (depending on experience), plus performance-related bonuses linked to both individual and company success.
- Work-Life Balance: Standard office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am5:30 pm, including a full hour for lunch.
- Work Setting: Primarily office-based, though flexibility is offered where it makes sense.
- Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave in addition to all UK bank holidays.
- Pension: 4% employer contribution in line with statutory requirements.
- Development: Ongoing training and guidance to build expertise in our products and sector.
- Extras: Employee discount on our audio product range, plus free on-site parking.
What will you be responsible for as a Sales Executive?
- Build strong relationships with existing customers while developing new business opportunities
- Manage inbound enquiries and process orders through our ERP system
- Confidently handle objections and position our products against competitors
- Support the wider sales team and contribute to regular sales meetings
- Represent the company at the office, trade shows, and industry events when needed
If youre target-driven, a natural communicator, and looking to grow within a supportive team, this could be the perfect next step.
What do you need?
- Is enthusiastic, outgoing, optimistic, and skilled at building relationships.
- Has 3+ years of proven experience in a similar B2B sales or account management role.
- Has strong objection-handling skillsquick thinking and confident in overcoming customer concerns.
- Has telesales experience offering high-value or premium products.
- Is a customer service-oriented self-starter with strong communication skills.
- Is commercially minded, well-organised, motivated by success, and detail-focused.
- Shares our passion for audio, electronics, music, car culture, or boating.
What is the next step?
If you believe this is the right role for you, click 'Apply' or call us, and one of our team members will be happy to discuss the Sales Executive role in Poole.
Job ID Number: 98079
Division: Commercial Division
Job Role: Sales Executive
Location: Poole ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £28000 - £32000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-15 11:05:04
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Holt Executive are delighted to be partnered with a global leader across the Communication and technology space to support a critical Spectrum/ Regulatory Engineering position.
Our partner provides resilient, lifesaving Communications across a number of critical sectors around the world.
With over 40 years of experience our partner has been investing and developing future Communications solutions to support the unconnected.
For the Spectrum / Regulatory Engineering hire, our partner is looking for a diligent and proactive tactical thinker who can work independently and a part of a team.
Key Responsibilities for the Spectrum / Regulatory Engineer:
- Participate in national preparations for World Radiocommunication Conferences (WRCs) and ITU-R Working Parties
- Represent in regulatory committees and working groups on frequency allocation and spectrum sharing matters, for example the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and regional organizations
- Represent in standardization bodies, such as 3GPP and ETSI
- Develop positions, strategies and input contributions for meetings
- Provide technical support on market access and business development activities
- Advise market development, commercial and engineering teams, as well as senior management, on regulatory opportunities and risks
- Plan and carry out ITU frequency coordination of networks in various frequency bands, including L-band, S-band, C-band, Ka-band and Q/V-band
- Prepare strategy for frequency coordination and orbital slot acquisition
Key Experience and Qualifications for the Spectrum / Regulatory Engineer:
- Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Science, Maths or another related technical discipline and 5+ years of professional relevant experience
- Knowledge of satellite communications systems (link budgets, general radio theory and basic orbital mechanics), national and international spectrum regulations, policies and spectrum regulatory, registration and coordination processes
- Knowledge of non-satellite wireless products, services and technologies
- Experience of working in international regulatory and standardization for a, such as ITU
- Understanding of policy and regulatory issues in the satellite sector, especially with regard to licensing and market access
- Knowledge of broadband communications, and radiofrequency spectrum technology
- Programming and interference analysis skills
If your skills and experience match this Spectrum / Regulatory Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to info@holtexecutive.com. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Salary / Rate: Competitive
Posted: 2025-09-15 10:27:04
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Customer Service Administrator
Location: Poole
Salary: up to £29,000 per annum
Hours: Monday Friday (early finish on Fridays)
FREE onsite parking
Our client is seeking an experienced professional who excels at building strong relationships, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate exceptional attention to details and multitasking abilities.
Duties:
- Be the main point of contact for customers
- Handle customer enquiries from initial contact through to the end, providing consistent communication
- Manage your own accounts, and nurture that relationship
- Provide information and support regarding the services
- Process orders through the system, and be proactive with repeat orders
- Prepare accurate labour costings and generate detailed quotations
- Work closely with internal teams within the business
- Accurately loading sales orders into the system
Skills:
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong desire to succeed
- Ability to multitask
- Strong ability to build relationships
- Previous customer service experience is essential
- Strong administrative experience
To apply, please send an updated cv to shannon@holtrecruitmentgroup.com or APPLY NOW! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Poole,England
Start: 15/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £26000 - £29000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-15 07:43:04
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The MET Technician / Strip Fitter role:
ID: 186941
- Salary of up to £54,000 + Bonus
- Overtime Available
- Monday - Friday 45 hours flexible start and finish times
- Permanent Role
Our client, a busy Accident Repair Centre in the Little Baddow area, is looking to expand their team with the addition of an experienced MET Technician / Strip Fitter.
Key MET Technician / Strip Fitter Roles and Responsibilities:
- Removing and refitting parts to ensure body repairs are to a very high standard
- Dismantle and rebuild vehicles as instructed
- To report unseen damage, absent from estimate as soon as its identified
- Have a good level of efficiency and attention to detail
- Be able to work in a team and as an individual
Minimum Requirements as a MET Technician / Strip Fitter:
- Time served and/or qualified to city & guilds or NVQ level
- Have Previous experience as an MET Technician
- ATA is advantageous but not essential
If you want to hear more about the MET Technician / Strip Fitter role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam Pishgoo on 01202 552915 / piam@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
MET Technician / Strip Fitter - up to £54,000 Bodyshop Little Baddow
MET Technician / Strip Fitter / Bodyshop Technician / Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Little Baddow,England
Start: 12/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £54000 per annum, Benefits: + Bonus
Posted: 2025-09-12 14:05:17
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The Vehicle Paint Sprayer role:
- Circa £50,000 per annum
- 45 hrs per week, flexible start and finish times
- Overtime Available
- Permanent role
Our client, a busy Accident Repair Centre in the Newport Pagenell area, is looking to expand their team with the addition of an experienced Paint Sprayer.
Key role and responsibilities as a Paint Sprayer:
- Bumper and trim repairs
- Examine vehicles to identify additional work for repair
- Minor dent removals
- Mix paint to ensure the perfect match
- Spray paint vehicles
- Quality check
Minimum requirements for a Paint Sprayer:
- Ideally you will be an experienced Paint Sprayer with a settled career history in a Bodyshop environment and be able to demonstrate a hands on and focus-driven approach
- The candidate will be an enthusiastic/ driven individual that is also able to deliver high-quality work at all times
- This position requires somebody with good attention to detail and also works to high standards at all times
If you want to hear more about the Paint Sprayer role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam Pishgoo on 01202 552915 / piam@holtautomotive.co.uk
Paint Sprayer - Up to £50k Bodyshop Newport Pagenell
Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Vehicle Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Painter /Car Sprayer ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Newport Pagnell,England
Start: 12/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 per annum
Posted: 2025-09-12 14:00:09
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The Vehicle Paint Sprayer role:
- up to £26 per hour
- Overtime Available
- Permanent role
Our client, a busy Accident Repair Centre in the Barking area, is looking to expand their team with the addition of an experienced Paint Sprayer.
Key role and responsibilities as a Paint Sprayer:
- Bumper and trim repairs
- Examine vehicles to identify additional work for repair
- Minor dent removals
- Mix paint to ensure the perfect match
- Spray paint vehicles
- Quality check
Minimum requirements for a Paint Sprayer:
- Ideally you will be an experienced Paint Sprayer with a settled career history in a Bodyshop environment and be able to demonstrate a hands on and focus-driven approach
- The candidate will be an enthusiastic/ driven individual that is also able to deliver high-quality work at all times
- This position requires somebody with good attention to detail and also works to high standards at all times
If you want to hear more about the Paint Sprayer role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam Pishgoo on 01202 552915 / piam@holtautomotive.co.uk
Paint Sprayer - Up to £26 p/h Bodyshop Barking
Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Vehicle Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Painter /Car Sprayer ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Barking,England
Start: 12/09/2025
Salary / Rate: £26 per hour, Benefits: + OT
Posted: 2025-09-12 13:58:03