Manufacturing

Our dedicated manufacturing specialists possess unparalleled industry expertise, spanning across the pharmaceuticals, precision manufacturing, FMCG, and supply chain. Their insights into these markets, enables them to stay ahead of the curve in streamlining your recruitment process.
Whether it&rsquo;s scaling at pace or finding you an industry expert to accelerate the growth of your business, we bring the expert knowledge, experience, and market insights, to find the best talent for your business.

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:
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:
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

Principal Delivery Consultant 

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

Specialising in:
I am passionate about UK Manufacturing and my purpose is to support UK manufacturing businesses source high quality candidates that are critical to their operations and growth. My strategy is to mirror the core technical functions found in Engineering and Manufacturing businesses to ensure we have skilled and qualified candidates readily available for them to interview and hire in all areas of their operations.
Experience and background:
I have been recruiting in Engineering and Manufacturing for 14 years having worked with some of the best companies in the UK and overseas. This has included startups, right up to Multinational blue-chip organisations in Aerospace, Defence, Medical and Automotive. Being a qualified Mechanical Engineer has allowed me to deliver an exceptional service for customers helping them fill roles that have they have been struggling to fill for weeks, if not months. As an individual, I take great pleasure in ensuring my customers reach their desired recruitment goals. I joined Omega as I was aware of their excellent reputation in the market, and it was apparent that my experience was perfectly aligned to their business. It&rsquo;s fair to say since joining that I am surrounded by outstanding colleagues who clearly share the same values as me. I can therefore say with conviction that Omega are the go-to recruitment partner of choice for both clients and candidates within the Engineering and Manufacturing sector.&nbsp;
You might be surprised to learn:
When I was young and &lsquo;hip&rsquo;, I used to be a drum and bass DJ and have DJ&rsquo;d along side the likes of Goldie, Chase &amp; Status and many others at some of the UK&rsquo;s most iconic venues in the scene.&nbsp;
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Sacha Fernando

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:
I have worked with Omgea for over 16 years and counting. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, exploring our local area.

Marta Kosno

Principal Delivery 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

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

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 Delivery Consultant

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

Senior 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

Specialised in Commercial and IT specialist connecting our customers to the best talent in the market -Sales, Business Development, Administration, Quality, Project and Infrastructure , Customer Service , Finance and Marketing. Experience &amp; background Over 20 years&rsquo; experience in sales and account management, I thrive on building lasting relationships and connecting the best talent in the market. I really enjoy working with a fast paced, busy office and pride myself on a quick turnaround.
I have a genuine passion for helping candidates find their perfect role and always going above and beyond to exceed expectations. You might be surprised to learn You might be surprised to learn in my twenties I ran and managed a pub/restaurant and during my time as a sales rep I bumped into Prince William.

Zoey Bunn

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.

Harry Waller

Senior Recruitment Consultant 

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

Delivery 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

Delivery Consultant

Specialised in
With a background in dental nursing spanning seven years, I developed a keen interest in engaging with individuals from all walks of life. This experience naturally helped me to transition into a career in recruitment, where building relationships and connecting with people are key.
Experience and Background&nbsp;
My previous role afforded me the opportunity to hone my interpersonal skills and build meaningful relationships, which are pivotal to my approach in recruitment. I am dedicated to fostering strong connections and delivering exceptional talent to my clients, ensuring their unique needs are met with precision and care.
You might be surprised to learn
In January this year, I embarked on an exciting journey to Australia. This adventure allowed me to immerse myself in new cultures, explore breathtaking landscapes, and gain fresh perspectives.
In my spare time, I love spending quality moments with my boyfriend, family, and friends. Whether it's a cosy night in, a fun outing, or a special celebration, these connections are incredibly important to me and provide a wonderful balance to my professional life.

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