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Holt Engineering Recruitment

With specific industry experience across Aerospace, Defence, Engineering, Electronics and Technology, Holt Engineering Recruitment are recognised leaders as Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment specialists across the Uk. Our consultants have more than 20 years experience delivering both permanent and interim recruitment projects across our core sectors. Many of our consultants also have engineering experience, either having served apprenticeships or studied engineering and therefore have a unique understanding of the sector.
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  • Mark Kininmon – Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Optics), Senscient MSA Ltd

    We’ve had over 8 years’ experience with working with Julian and have always found him to have a professional and friendly manor in dealing with our needs as a client and his approach is genuinely candid. Julian has shown a keen and honest interest in the industry we work within.
  • Ian W – Sheet Metal Worker

    I would like to thank Julian for his professionalism and very quick response.

    Lee Mobey – General Manager, Taunton Aerospace

    I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for sourcing Richard…
  • David – Operations Director

    I have worked with Julian Knott over the past 15 years and have personally been placed by him into two senior positions. He has been the recruiter that I turn to when recruiting for my businesses and dealing with him has always brought up top quality candidates and a very professional service.

For Business

Holt Engineering Recruitment simplifies hiring for businesses by offering tailored solutions and thorough vetting. They efficiently source top talent across the Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Production sectors, filling over 87% of urgent requests within the required timeframe, ensuring immediate impact.

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    Three Legged Cross, Dorset, South West, UK

    Full-Time

    CNC Miller Setter
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    £17-£21 per hour
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    Poole, South West, UK

    Full-Time

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    £35,000 to £45,000
     
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    £35000 - £45000 per annum

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    £30000 - £35000 per annum

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    Hurn, Dorset, South West, UK

    Full-Time

    TIG Welder
    Salary: £18–£19 per hour
    Location: Christchurch, Dorset

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    £18 - £19 per hour

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