Manufacturing

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Whether it&rsquo;s scaling your personnel or finding you a motivational leader to accelerate the growth of your business, we bring the expert knowledge, experience, and market insights, in order to find the best talent for you.

Industry-Leading Talent

Our Specialisms

Specialised In:
With over a decade in recruitment, I've become a leading expert within my field. My focus lies in creating innovative recruitment strategies that draw in top talent, driving organisational growth and edge.
Experience &amp; Background:
In guiding my team of specialists, I have established year on year growth and consistently exceed recruitment targets, delivering high-quality candidates to our partners and streamlining their hiring process.
You might be suprised to learn:&nbsp;
Outside of work I have an invested interest in property development. I also enjoy long walks with my dog, Dougie within the charming Cotswolds and frequent trips away to Cornwall.

Kris Smith

Director

Specialised in:
I oversee all recruitment functions and activity within our specialist Engineering and Manufacturing Division Experience &amp; background:
I joined Omega straight after graduating from University. I started in a trainee Recruitment position and have progressed through different positions within the business gaining a wide exposure across multiple industries and sectors before moving into my current role as Business Director. &nbsp;Outside of work I have a keen love for all things sport, particularly football, cricket and golf. I also enjoy days out and just generally spending time with my family You might be surprised to learn:
Due to my parents being in the forces I was actually born in Norway

Scott Montgomery

Business Director

Specialised in:
Aerospace, Defence and wider Advanced Manufacturing. Partnering with leading engineering and manufacturing businesses to support outstanding candidates into fantastic opportunities. Experience &amp; background:
An experienced recruiter with over 8 years&rsquo; experience. I now lead a team of talented recruiters who partner with some of the UK&rsquo;s most innovative engineering &amp; manufacturing businesses. Priding myself on becoming an extension of our clients recruitment functions, I have experience recruiting everything from technician level to Senior Hires.
I started my recruitment career shortly after graduating in Sports Business (and 6 months of travelling). After initially working within Transport and Industrial temporary recruitment, I quickly found my feet within Technical and Engineering recruitment at Omega and haven&rsquo;t looked back since. You might be surprised to learn:
Whilst travelling New Zealand I did both a sky dive and a bungee jump.

Tobias Patterson

Business Manager 

Specialised in:
A strong track record of providing a top level of service and expertise across industries such as: Automation (Build and Manufacturing), Mining &amp; Heavy industry, Engineering Sales, FMCG and Fleet. With a particular focus and success on executive searches for senior/director Level positions across the UK. Experience &amp; Background:
An established engineering recruiter having worked at Omega for 5 years from a recruiter to now managing a team of highly skilled consultants. Over the last 5 years I have developed a passion for customer service and have cultivated some extremely successful partnerships with clients.
Previously to recruitment I used my penchant for communication and development within Teaching and a number of years coaching football. You might be surprised to learn:
I spent 18 months coaching football in America (covering nearly half the 50 States)

Andy Haddon

Managing Consultant 

Specialised in:
Working closely with logistics, distribution and manufacturing businesses to compliment their business needs- Warehouse, FLT, Machining, Production, Assembly Experience &amp; background:
Dedicated Industry specialist having been with Omega for 16 years and still having the same passion as when I started! I love building and maintaining relationships with customers and workers to ensure Omega are their first choice.Warehousing and Logistics, Manufacturing, Volume Recruitment, Account Management. You might be surprised to learn:
Nothing, I&rsquo;m an open book and probably an oversharer!

Sam Griffin

Business Manager

Specialised in:
Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology Specialist - Ensuring a successful recruitment process is fundamentally crucial for the success of any business. I collaborate closely with our customers, aiding them in expanding their growth objectives through both permanent and contract solutions. Experience &amp; background:
Since graduating from University, I &ldquo;fell&rdquo; into recruitment and have progressed my career from Trainee to Consultant to Senior and now, in my current role as Business Development Manager. I have always operated in the same sectors making me a real specialist within my market and having deep roots within my field of expertise.
I now am a credible and success driven Business Development Manager with 7+ years&rsquo; experience developing business and key accounts, across the UK &amp; internationally. My role is to engage and develop relationships with businesses. &nbsp;I am passionate about helping them find world-class talent to improve, save money and time while delivering on projects. &nbsp;I build trust with my customers and help them focus on critical hires. My network is within Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Marine, Manufacturing, Engineering, Oil &amp; Gas, Electronics, Production, Medical, &amp; IT. You might be surprised to learn:
I once had England football schoolboy trials when I was 18. I also once got lost Snowboarding off Piste in the mountains of Austria and had to get rescued by a helicopter. Other than this I enjoy spending time with my 2 Cocker Spaniels dogs on weekends partaking in long walks around the Cotswolds.

Jamie Walker

Business Development Manager 

Specialised in:
New Business Development, Creating impactful Business Partnerships, Growing existing Client Relationships and growth opportunities with market leading SME and Corporate sized Businesses. My main areas of focus are Medical, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Defence, Oil &amp; Gas, Automation, Automotive, FMCG and General Manufacturing. Experience &amp; background:
I have over 13 years of experience working within Careers, Employment and Recruitment Services, since joining Omega back in April 2017 I have built and delivered powerful and impactful recruitment solutions to various Engineering and Manufacturing businesses across the UK. Throughout my career, I have supported well over 1,000 people into new and progressive career opportunities ranging from Long Term Unemployed, Work Experience Students, School leavers, Apprentices, Graduates, Blue Collar, White Collar and Senior Management level candidates.
I am very passionate about supporting candidates into the right job match and career development opportunities. Prior to joining Omega, I worked as a Job Coach and Careers Counsellor for DWP and other Training Providers. You might be surprised to learn:
I am a passionate Aircraft enthusiast, currently learning the Piano, loves Nature and Wildlife, my 3 Dogs, long distance walking, Asian Cuisine and anything vintage

Sean Johnson

Business Development Manager

Specialised in Contingency Recruitment to Senior Level Retained Appointments - both UK &amp; Europe Confidential Recruitment for CEO/Managing Director International Recruitment - MENA, Europe Manufacturing Start Up (180+ Hires) Engineering Construction Site Staff Experience &amp; background 25 years in specialist recruitment with 18 years in Omega. In my career I have filled over 900 perm placements and 2500 contractor placement across the UK in a variety of sectors. Recruitment Philosophy: Firm Believer of partnering with companies; Consultative View - Great Listener; Always take a long-term view on recruitment partnering Before Omega: 3 years with Matchtech as a Site Manager of Babcock Marine, Plymouth recruiting after 450+ contractors and then Roevin as a specialist engineering trades recruiter in Manchester You might be surprised to learn MTB Biking, SUP, my family and Chessie&rsquo;s Spent 18 months as an Aid worker in Zambia, travelled extensively in Western &amp; Central Africa and ran a company imported Fair Trade African Art for 2 years from Malawi

Giles Churchill

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Specialised in:
I specialise in supporting businesses who operate across multiple different sectors including precision engineering, advanced manufacturing, aerospace &amp; defence and automotive Experience &amp; background:
Before joining Omega I studied in both Poland and the USA where I completed a Masters Degree in Business. I then moved to the UK and entered the world of recruitment. 
You might be suprised to learn:
Before joining Omega I studied in both Poland and the USA where I completed a Masters Degree in Business. I then moved to the UK and entered the world of recruitment.

Marta Kosno

Specialised in:
Senior Technical Consultant who partners with engineering businesses across the UK, and utilises my industry knowledge to identify top talent for hard to fill roles. I pride myself on process management and am able to build trusting relationships at all levels.
 Experience &amp; background:
An experienced Technical Engineering Recruitment Consultant who enjoys the challenge of breaking down technically challenging roles and coming up with solutions for my clients. I have a particular focus on engineer level vacancies covering electrical, electronic and mechanical disciplines.
Typically the roles I recruit include Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Electronic Engineers, Applications Engineers, Systems Engineers, Controls Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers to name just a few. Prior to working in recruitment I worked in town planning supporting on a number of major planning applications for homebuilders.
 You might be surprised to learn:
I became a PADI qualified scuba diver through a training programme on the Great Barrier Reef and the East Coast of Australia.

Lee Powell

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Specialised in:
An Experienced Specialist Recruiter, providing Permanent, Professional Interim and Temporary recruitment solutions within Engineering, Manufacturing, Technical &amp; Supply Chain skill sets within FMCG Manufacturing Food and Drink, Life Sciences and retail supply chain industries. Experience &amp; background:
A qualified, award-winning Senior Recruiter/Manager with 23 years of recruitment market experience. &lsquo;Man, and Boy&rsquo; with the Techsearch Division of Staffline, now part of the Omega Specialist Hires Division. &nbsp;"My mission is to help people find careers, NOT JOBS!; to help our clients to become more successful". Offering a proven track record in international search and selection, managing volume recruitment campaigns worldwide, including:
<ul>
<li>Managed Agent</li>
<li>Traditional Headhunt and Advertised Selection</li>
<li>Winner of the IRP/REC Permanent Recruiter of the year</li>
<li>MA Distinction in Recruitment Practice</li>
<li>Winner of the Staffline "Million Pound Biller" Award</li>
<li>CIPD Level 5 HR qualified</li>
<li>Level 3 ILM Supervisor</li>
</ul>
My Specialties include the Recruitment Process and Succession Planning, Search and selection, Business Development Skills and Talent Management. You might be surprised to learn:
I am a qualified Geography teacher. I was an acting extra in Home and Away in Australia once and a Radio DJ for a short while.

Mike Butler

Recruitment Manager

Specialised in:
Providing Permanent and Temporary recruitment solutions in the following fields: Engineering/Manufacturing/Technical &amp; Supply Chain predominantly to Food/Drink manufacturers, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Life Sciences and 3PL. Experience &amp; background:
A dedicated and seasoned Recruiter/Manager with over 18 years of experience. I thrive in the aforementioned markets connecting the best talent in the market to both established and potential/future businesses.
Through my 18 years in recruitment I have followed candidates careers and worked with them both as potential suitors for jobs and in many cases been fortunate enough to recruit for them when they are managing/directing teams of their own, as they say in recruitment &lsquo;&rsquo;full circle&rsquo;&rsquo;. The best way for me to be bought in to processes is to see factories or warehouses in full flow, as a recruiter that gives me all the knowledge I need to brief candidates in the best possible way. You might be surprised to learn:
I am a passionate Liverpool supporter as well as holding a season ticket for the Huddersfield Giants who play Rugby league. A keen gym member that still thinks he can play 5 a side on a weekly basis!

James Forsyth

Principal Consultant

Specialised in:
I specialise in Contract and permanent recruitment solutions In the following fields; Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Supply chain, Distribution and Logistics. Predominantly working with food and drinks, pharmaceutical, packaging and leading transport providers. Experience &amp; background:
I specialise in Contract and permanent recruitment solutions In the following fields; Engineering, Technical, Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Supply chain, Distribution and Logistics. Predominantly working with food and drinks, pharmaceutical, packaging and leading transport providers. You might be surprised to learn:
I used to represent Great Britain on an international level as a Gymnast.

Sam Taylor

Specialised in:
I work closely and consultatively with my clients to recruit a wide range of roles within Aerospace Engineering and Manufacturing including Electronics Assembly and Test Engineers, Procurement, Production Management , Supply Chain, Quality, Mechanical and Electronic Product design and sustainment. Experience &amp; Background:
I previously worked for 7 years as a commercial recruiter. I successfully recruited business support roles such as Administration, Sales, Customer Service, HR and Finance.
You might be surprised to learn:
Outside of work, I am a keen horse rider and compete in local dressage competitions. I enjoy running and I have recently taken up photography.

Anna Hinton

Specialised in Engineering across a range of industries including aerospace, automotive, manufacturing offering businesses the UK&rsquo;s top talent. Main focus is on Technicians, Engineers, Managers to name a few. Experience &amp; background Recently new to recruitment joining Omega in August 2023, having graduated from UWE. I decided to join Omega as I wanted the opportunity to work with the best engineering talent in the UK as well as the most exciting industries.
Currently specialising in working with a range of aerospace, defence, automotive and manufacturing businesses providing high quality products to their customers. &nbsp;I am passionate about delivering a high-level service to my clients and candidates, to help provide career and business growth. You might be surprised to learn Outside of work, I enjoy going to the gym and visiting Old Trafford to watch Man Utd. I also have a cockapoo called Honey.

Ben Dawson

Recruitment Consultant 

Specialised in Multi- industry specialist recruiting for customers within manufacturing, engineering and warehousing and logistics- Machining, Programming, Assembly, Production, FLT, Quality, Management Experience &amp; background 5 years recruitment experience, working closely with customers to understand their business and needs. I thrive on providing an excellent service to ensure long lasting relationships. Having worked in warehousing and manufacturing myself, I have first hand knowledge of the best suited candidates! You might be surprised to learn I have 2 previous company logos tattooed on my ankle. Will Omega&rsquo;s logo be next?

Harvey Clough

Senior Consultant

Specialised in Consultant in a range of industries, including Aerospace &amp; Defence, Aviation and General Manufacturing, with a particular interest in candidates who work in Controls &amp; Applications Engineering, as well Project Managers. Experience &amp; background With more than five years working in digital marketing and sports journalism, I thrive on delivering results in fast-paced environments, which naturally, drew me into recruitment. Throughout my career, I&rsquo;ve built a comprehensive list of contacts that have provided me with the knowledge and confidence to work on numerous of large accounts, primarily in the sport, technology and aerospace industries.
I specialise in working closely alongside businesses to grow their brand and most importantly, deliver the talent that is going to keep them on a path towards success. Before recruitment I worked as a sports journalist, having graduated from Staffordshire University, where my personal achievements were following my beloved Reds in the Liverpool FC press box during the team&rsquo;s Champions League and Premier League successes in 2019 and 2020. Beyond work, my passions, unsurprisingly are sports, which is a good icebreaker when speaking to clients and candidates. You might be surprised to learn Keen footballer in all aspects, very competetive in that respect.

Josh Kerr

Recruitment Consultant

Specialised in With a focus on the Manufacturing &amp; Engineering market, I bring 2 years of dedicated recruitment experience to the table.&nbsp; Experience &amp; background My background predominantly lies within the HR &amp; Finance sectors, where I honed my skills in identifying top talent and fostering meaningful connections. A brief stint in sales provided me with valuable insights, but my passion for recruitment ultimately led me back to where I thrive.
Joining Omega presented the perfect opportunity to further pursue my career in recruitment, leveraging my expertise to match exceptional candidates with rewarding opportunities in the Manufacturing &amp; Engineering industry. You might be surprised to learn I used to play semi-pro football for Chipping Sodbury in the Toolstation Prem!

Kieren Provis

Specialised in As a Senior Recruitment Consultant within Engineering, I focus on the Manufacturing &amp; General Engineering sector. This includes sourcing top talent for roles such as Maintenance Engineers, Service Engineers, and a wide range of exciting positions for companies ranging from small startups to large manufacturing and engineering firms. Experience &amp; background With 8 years of experience in recruitment, I've worked my way up from an apprentice to a senior level within the Engineering, Construction, and Technology sectors. My passion for the Engineering industry led me to join Omega, a highly established company that aligns perfectly with my career goals. I'm excited to bring my expertise to this role and continue making meaningful connections between talented candidates and innovative companies in the Engineering field. You might be surprised to learn On a lighter note, you might be surprised to learn that I've had the incredible opportunity to play at Wembley Stadium. When I'm not immersed in the world of recruitment, you can find me indulging my passions for football and horse racing, or enjoying a round of golf.

Manufacturing

Industry-Leading Talent

Our Specialisms

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Kris Smith

Scott Montgomery

Tobias Patterson

Andy Haddon

Sam Griffin

Jamie Walker

Sean Johnson

Giles Churchill

Marta Kosno

Lee Powell

Mike Butler

James Forsyth

Sam Taylor

Anna Hinton

Ben Dawson

Harvey Clough

Josh Kerr

Kieren Provis

Harry Waller

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