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We are recruiting for a Sales Manager to join our client in Southampton, this is a straight Permanent position offering a salary up to £55,000 DOE.

Your main responsibility will be to identify, development and successful close sale opportunities. You will own the sales lifecycle, maintaining and building existing customer relationships across the business. You will coordinate sales operations and implement sales techniques that allow the business to meet and surpass its sales targets consistently. 

The duties and responsibilities of the Sales Manager will include:

• Creating a sustainable sales strategy for the business
• Leading the sales of the business to ensure that targets are achieved and realistically derived for expected turnaround times 
• Negotiate any contracts and price increases to ensure that business growth and margin targets are met.
• Manage key accounts and identify and close new business opportunities
• Prepare quotes and estimates for new and existing customers
• Provide accurate forecasting of financial performance of key accounts
• Provide customer and market insight into the business 
• Build and maintain excellent business relationships with new and existing customers, suppliers and industry representatives
• Provide regular reports to the managing director
• Contribute to effective marketing plans
• Resolve customers complaints where necessary

The ideal Sales Manager will:

• Be a self-starter and be a highly motivated individual 
• Be able to set and achieve short and long-term goals in line with business needs
• To be output oriented 
• Have experience in working with engineering and manufacturing customers
• Excellent communication skills
• Be confident in briefing senior stakeholders across the business
• Have the ability to develop strong relationships within the business and externally
• Have the capacity to overcome barriers.

This position is a Permanent position following a successful interview!

If you have the right skills and are looking for your next position as a Sales Manager then please APPLY today and Hannah will be in touch!

Holt Engineering Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Infrastructure & Software Support Developer to join our forward-thinking manufacturing business in Lymington!

This is an exciting opportunity which will see a motivated individual with a broad skillset assist the head of IT in the day-to-day support, maintenance and upgrade of the IT infrastructure. This position has arisen as the company are beginning to transform and upgrade their IT systems and environment looking to align to future requirements of their growing business and YOU could be a key part in this. 

The duties of the Infrastructure & Software Support Developer will be:

• To assist the head of Information Technology in the installing, managing, monitoring and upgrading of:
• VMware ESXI server and vCSA infrastructure
• Server/backup hardware provisioning
• Microsoft Server 2012 R2+ and services
• Active directory domains, security groups, permissions and group policies
• Network infrastructure, including TCP/IP LAN, switches, routers, firewall’s, and Wi-FI Ap’s
• Veeam Backups and Replication 
• Company applications, software updates and new software projects as required
• Windows laptop/ Desktop OS upgrades, feature updates,patches etc.
• Monitoring infrastructure health and performance for security and to prevent performance bottlenecks 
• Maintain accurate IT documentation 
• Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials as certified.

The successful Infrastructure & Support Developer will have experience with the following:

• Building and administering VMware ESXi and vCSA environments
• Server hardware builds, testing and provision
• Administering Microsoft Windows Server environments including new server setup, upgrades and services.
• Administering Microsoft domain environments, Active Directory, GPO’s, DNS, WSUS, 365/Entra
• Backup and Recovery support including NAS/ISCSI, disaster recovering planning
• TCP/IP Networking knowledge including subnet routing, switches, VPN, Wi-Fi
• Server hardware support and knowledge including troubleshooting, RAID disks, performance tailoring
• Software application installations/ upgrades and project support.
• Windows Desktop/Office 365/Team environment knowledge and support

The Infrastructure & Support Developer will:

• Have 3+ years’ demonstratable experience in a similar role.
• Be organised, self-motivated and can show initiative
• Be able to work in a team but also take the lead as required
• Have the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing timescales
• Have the ability to prioritise own workload and adapt in a fast-paced dynamic manufacturing environment 
• Have the ability to keep clear and accurate documentation including project progress reporting
• Have good communication skills at all levels within an organisation

This is a Permanent role paying up to £40,000pa DOE.

If you believe you are the right person for the Infrastructure & Support Developer role APPLY today and Hannah Will be in touch shortly.

Holt Engineering Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Infrastructure & Software Support Developer to join our forward-thinking manufacturing business in Lymington!

This is an exciting opportunity which will see a motivated individual with a broad skillset assist the head of IT in the day-to-day support, maintenance and upgrade of the IT infrastructure. This position has arisen as the company are beginning to transform and upgrade their IT systems and environment looking to align to future requirements of their growing business and YOU could be a key part in this. 

The duties of the Infrastructure & Software Support Developer will be:

• To assist the head of Information Technology in the installing, managing, monitoring and upgrading of:
• VMware ESXI server and vCSA infrastructure
• Server/backup hardware provisioning
• Microsoft Server 2012 R2+ and services
• Active directory domains, security groups, permissions and group policies
• Network infrastructure, including TCP/IP LAN, switches, routers, firewall’s, and Wi-FI Ap’s
• Veeam Backups and Replication 
• Company applications, software updates and new software projects as required
• Windows laptop/ Desktop OS upgrades, feature updates,patches etc.
• Monitoring infrastructure health and performance for security and to prevent performance bottlenecks 
• Maintain accurate IT documentation 
• Ensure compliance with Cyber Essentials as certified.

The successful Infrastructure & Support Developer will have experience with the following:

• Building and administering VMware ESXi and vCSA environments
• Server hardware builds, testing and provision
• Administering Microsoft Windows Server environments including new server setup, upgrades and services.
• Administering Microsoft domain environments, Active Directory, GPO’s, DNS, WSUS, 365/Entra
• Backup and Recovery support including NAS/ISCSI, disaster recovering planning
• TCP/IP Networking knowledge including subnet routing, switches, VPN, Wi-Fi
• Server hardware support and knowledge including troubleshooting, RAID disks, performance tailoring
• Software application installations/ upgrades and project support.
• Windows Desktop/Office 365/Team environment knowledge and support

The Infrastructure & Support Developer will:

• Have 3+ years’ demonstratable experience in a similar role.
• Be organised, self-motivated and can show initiative
• Be able to work in a team but also take the lead as required
• Have the ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing timescales
• Have the ability to prioritise own workload and adapt in a fast-paced dynamic manufacturing environment 
• Have the ability to keep clear and accurate documentation including project progress reporting
• Have good communication skills at all levels within an organisation

This is a Permanent role paying up to £40,000pa DOE.

If you believe you are the right person for the Infrastructure & Support Developer role APPLY today and Hannah Will be in touch shortly.

Business Development Manager

Location: Andover

Salary: up to £55k + company car

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering company in the Andover area, who are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their growing team and increased production capabilities.

Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager:

• Identify new business opportunities, including new markets, new clients, new partnerships, and new services.
• Assist in creating new strategies to successfully reach new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing customers, gauging their needs and develop proposals to address their needs.
• Possessing a strong understanding of the company’s capabilities and markets.
• Be able to work as part of a small team as well as use your own initiative and be self-motivated.
• Effective planning and organisational skills.
• Assist with business marketing requirements and to help create content for generating new leads via social media / website / targeted e-mail campaigns and possible trade shows/exhibitions.
• To communicate on a daily/weekly basis with the Sales Director and operations team. Implement any actions as required.

Requirements of the Business Development Manager:

• Must have a proven effective sales record, being able to generate and convert leads is essential.
• An enthusiastic, self-driven person who can identify, and develop leads into sales opportunities, with excellent customer relations.
• Be highly skilled in professional negotiations, able to schedule, and organise workload.
• Experienced in working from the front end, ensuring follow up calls and meetings are timely managed in gaining new business.
• Excellent communication is required across all aspects of the business.
• Customer interactions from to face to face meetings.
• Schedule, liaise and assist in the next stages for technical meetings.
• Be able to build and enhance customer and colleague relationships.

 
This role is predominantly Field based with requirements to be in the office for regular meetings. You must be prepared to travel the UK extensively, with some overseas travel and overnight stays as required.
If you are interested in the Business Development Manager role, please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or via email at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk.

Business Development Manager
 
We are currently partnering with a well-known and independently owned business that operates in the UK as a main distributor. A well-established business that has had a presence for over 30 years, our client who offers excellence in both quality and service is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.
 
As Business Development Manager your role will be essential to the growth and development of the business and is a key role within the Sales department
This role is very much a solution-based sale working with exciting products and valuable services.
 
Key Responsibilities as Business Development Manager
 

• Working closely with existing accounts and nurturing long-lasting relationships
• You will be responsible for generating new business across a variety of industries and sectors in the Southwest of the UK
• You will regularly visit clients as required. A company vehicle is provided for you
• You will develop and execute a growth plan with the Sales Manager/ Director
• You will be responsible for reporting on sales activities and work in line with the company’s marketing strategy.
• Identifying competitor activity and market needs

Experience as Business Development Manager

• Previous business-to-business sales experience within a professional business
• Proven track record of success within a sales environment, achieving targets and developing new business.
• You will have the ability to calculate margins from a base cost and apply discounts online with company policy.
• You will be a self-starter, motivated, and passionate about achieving great things.
• You will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits for Business Development Manager

• Competitive basic salary £35 – £45k DOE
• Company car
• Private Medical
• Pension
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Remote position – you MUST be based in the South West of the UK as you will be visiting clients at least 3 times a week

 
This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Business Development Manager for more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk.

Business Development Manager

 
We are currently partnering with a well-known and independently owned business that operates in the UK as a main distributor. A well-established business that has had a presence for over 30 years, our client who offers excellence in both quality and service is looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.

 
As Business Development Manager your role will be essential to the growth and development of the business and is a key role within the Sales department

This role is very much a solution-based sale working with exciting products and valuable services.

Key Responsibilities as Business Development Manager

• Working closely with existing accounts and nurturing long-lasting relationships
• You will be responsible for generating new business across a variety of industries and sectors in the Southwest of the UK
• You will regularly visit clients as required. A company vehicle is provided for you
• You will develop and execute a growth plan with the Sales Manager/ Director
• You will be responsible for reporting on sales activities and work in line with the company’s marketing strategy.
• Identifying competitor activity and market needs

 
Experience as Business Development Manager

• Previous business-to-business sales experience within a professional business
• Proven track record of success within a sales environment, achieving targets and developing new business.
• You will have the ability to calculate margins from a base cost and apply discounts online with company policy.
• You will be a self-starter, motivated, and passionate about achieving great things.
• You will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 
Benefits for Business Development Manager

• Competitive basic salary £35 – £45k DOE
• Company car
• Private Medical
• Pension
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Remote position – you MUST be based in the South West of the UK as you will be visiting clients at least 3 times a week

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Business Development Manager for more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk.

Head of Engineering

An exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to potentially develop eventually into Directorship. Our client, a forward thinking and supportive business are looking for a Head of Engineering to lead and develop an experienced team of managers and engineers.

Manufacturing onsite, our client is both exciting and unique. An extensive and strategic opportunity that will offer creativity for an engineering lead looking to develop their career. If you are an Engineering Manager with a strong understanding of embedded software and electronic engineering this role could be ideal for you

Key responsibilities as Head of Engineering:

• Manage lead and mentor an established Engineering team
• Develop and implement and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Project and develop current processes and project management systems.
• Deliver all engineering activities in a smooth and timely manner.
• Working with multiple departments across the business, you will ensure that effective communication is key to ensure expectations are met for all products and commercial objectives.

Experience and skill required as Head of Engineering:

• A recognised Engineering qualification, ideally at Degree level.
• Strong people leader experience  
• Able to demonstrate an experienced background in electrical technical engineering and project management
• Capable of stepping up to a challenge and working in pressured situations

Benefits for Head of Engineering:

• Up to £75K basic salary doe
• Pension scheme
• On site parking
• Fantastic opportunity to potentially develop in time to a directorship within the business for the right person.

This is a full-time permanent position for the successful Head of Engineering. For more information simply apply now or call Alison on 07483 025038 or e-mail alison.francis@holtengineering.com

My small but ambitious and rapidly growing client, specialising in manufacturing, is looking to add to their management team with an experienced Production Manager. The hands on role serves as the leader and catalyst for driving and implementing exceptional customer service whilst increasing productivity, developing production techniques, and enhancing operating systems.

Key responsibilities of the Production Manager:

• Long-term strategic view to work with the Directors to guide and develop the business towards further growth all of which will ensure success.
• Will provide overall responsibility for all resources assigned to the Machine Shop, to achieve all quality, cost and service objectives and to ensure all quality programs, initiatives and commitments are maintained and enhanced.
• To improve organisational, operational methods and tools, to optimise the utilisation of the production equipment and resources and to serve as the leader in the team, and driving best business practices in conjunction with the Directors.
• To be responsible for staff hiring, training and development, including performance reviews.
• Support the site integration of new manufacturing processes.

Key experience of the Production Manager:

• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Good working knowledge of CNC machines and technologies particular experience in Milling.
• Good, effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven track record within a CNC machining environment.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience of working in a target driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of machine tools and machining processes.
• Quality Awareness.
• Continuous Improvement focused.

To apply for the above Production Manager role:
Please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk

My small but ambitious and rapidly growing client, specialising in manufacturing, is looking to add to their management team with an experienced Production Manager. The hands on role serves as the leader and catalyst for driving and implementing exceptional customer service whilst increasing productivity, developing production techniques, and enhancing operating systems.

Key responsibilities of the Production Manager:

• Long-term strategic view to work with the Directors to guide and develop the business towards further growth all of which will ensure success.
• Will provide overall responsibility for all resources assigned to the Machine Shop, to achieve all quality, cost and service objectives and to ensure all quality programs, initiatives and commitments are maintained and enhanced.
• To improve organisational, operational methods and tools, to optimise the utilisation of the production equipment and resources and to serve as the leader in the team, and driving best business practices in conjunction with the Directors.
• To be responsible for staff hiring, training and development, including performance reviews.
• Support the site integration of new manufacturing processes.

Key experience of the Production Manager:

• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Good working knowledge of CNC machines and technologies particular experience in Milling.
• Good, effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proven track record within a CNC machining environment.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Experience of working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience of working in a target driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of machine tools and machining processes.
• Quality Awareness.
• Continuous Improvement focused.

To apply for the above Production Manager role:
Please contact Harry Parsons on 07739277675 or at harry.parsons@holtengineering.co.uk

Quality & H&S Manager

We are currently partnering with a long standing and established business in the Havant area. The business manufacture high quality sheet metal component’s and supply into a number of different critical industries, they also specialise in fabrications in stainless steel and aluminium. 

They have been in operation for over 75 years and part of the plans to grow they are looking for a Quality & H&S Manager. 
 

The primary function is to be a qualified quality professional and technical expert to the business, liaising with customers and suppliers and driving step-change improvements in both product and service quality to improve customer service, eliminate waste, improve process capability and drive down costs.

 
Quality & H&S  Responsibilities
 

• Ownership of internal and external quality-related matters
• Reduce material & labour waste – Implement a Lean Culture
• Reporting to Directors & working in conjunction with Operations Manager.
• Manage customer reject containment and corrective actions
• Work with Supplier Development to assess both direct and indirect suppliers and hence improve the quality of incoming materials and services
• Maintain quality-related data and functional metrics
• Oversee the use of measurement equipment calibration & records to validate parts
• Manage our ISO accreditation policies & procedures ensuring they comply with current legislation
• Manage problem-solving within the Plant, using appropriate analytic tools such as 8D and experience of Six Sigma to ensure robust and timely permanent solutions
• Weld certification prolongation
• Oversee & implement health & safety policy / procedures
• Responsible for quality assurance covering Sheet metal – machining & finishing processes – and all products released by the Company
• Working to engineering drawings to oversee our dimensional inspection controls
• Create production plans & documentation control for specific customer requirements to guarantee quality from stage one to completion
• Schedule project plans along with the project team to meet deadlines
• Monitoring production processes and carrying out Quality Control audits as required
• Report monthly QC statistics & KPI
• Comply with ISO accreditation requirements & provide reports to external ISO support
• Raise CAR (corrective actions) and carry out 5Y – 8D exercises
• Investigate causes of quality problems and propose / implement solutions
• Liaise with engineering to introduce techniques & initiatives to improve processes
• Write reports on design, pre-production and production to check on the quality status of all stages of production
• Correlating & analysing data to indicate trends etc
• Completing FAIR
• Communicate with customers in order to meet their expectations regarding quality etc
• Audit materials provided by suppliers to assure quality before incorporation into the product
• Signing Despatch & sub-con paperwork
• Sustain the most cost effective and efficient methods for meeting quality requirements

Qualification’s/traits of Quality & H&S Manager 

• Proven background in a Quality & H&S background 
• Ability to lead a quality team 
• Engineering background, specifically sheet metal ideally
• To be punctual and reliable.
• To ensure all Health & Safety Policies and Procedures are followed at all times.
• To respect & adhere to our core values & rules of our organisation

  Quality & H&S Managers please apply and if you do have any questions please email liam.nother@holtengineering.co.uk