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Senior Sales Manager – Defence

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £65000 - £75000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32644

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading design and manufacturing business who are seeking a Senior Sales Manager – Defence. 

The Senior Sales Manager – Defence will lead and manage business acquisition for the land sector and collaborate closely with the Bids and Proposals team to secure the Land sector’s order intake budget, aligned with the overall company budget.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Sales Manager – Defence:

  • Identification of new business opportunities in the Land sector
  • Qualification of new opportunities according to fit with company strategy, capability requirements, competition, resource availability and PWin.
  • Develop and maintain a strong and healthy pipeline of Land sector prospects and opportunities.
  • Funnel management of Land order pipeline
  • Assume accountability for specific bids and proposals and provide the ‘voice of the customer’.
  • Develop strong relationships with key land prime contractors, systems integrators and end users in the UK, Europe and internationally.
  • Provide Land sector contributions for the company strategy and investment cases.
  • Provide Land sector input to company sales forecasts and budgets.
  • Present summaries of new Land prospects and opportunities to the Senior Leadership Team for review and decision.
  • Capture and disseminate relevant competitor and market intelligence for the Land Sector.
  • Manage and develop the Land Sales Manager.
  • Lead or play a role in non-Land campaigns and bids when necessary.
  • Operate in compliance with Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policies, including with all partners and company representatives.

Key Skills & Experience for the Senior Sales Manager – Defence :

Essential

  • Track record of success in previous sales or business development roles in the defence industry.
  • Good knowledge of the UK, European and international land sectors
  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Strategic thinker, who recognizes business opportunities and their potential impact on the overall business.
  • Direct experience operating in the international defence markets.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and on several simultaneous opportunities and campaigns.
  • Strong customer relationship-building skills and understanding and appreciation of their challenges.
  • Broad understanding of emerging technologies (software, hardware, network) and their potential relevance to products & services.
  • Ability to always maintain and operate with high ethical standards.

Desirable 

  • Direct experience in selling or working with sensor systems.
  • Line management of junior colleagues.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
  • Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
  • Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Senior Sales Manager – Defence opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications

  • Houston, United States
  • Competitive
  • Permanent
  • V-32574-5

Holt Executive are exclusively supporting a global provider of lifesaving/innovative connectivity solutions that connect people and assets around the globe, including in remote and challenging environments.

Our partner is seeking a Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications to be the crucial link between their cutting-edge technology and their global customers.

As a Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications you’ll be responsible for the work and activities related to the installation, service and maintenance of all Connectivity/Satellite Systems, IT Network hardware and software on vessels and offshore platforms.

Key Responsibilities for the Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications:

  • Dive into complex technical issues, troubleshoot with precision, and find creative solutions that keep their customers connected.
  • Create detailed reports and ensure all tasks are completed on time and to the highest standards.
  • Deliver projects on time and within scope, exceeding customer expectations.
  • Collaborate with customers, internal departments, and fellow engineers to ensure seamless operations and exceed expectations.

Key Skills & Experience for the Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT & Telecommunications or similar.
  • Solid IT knowledge is essential, including server configuration, network infrastructure, and administration.
  • Experience in marine electronics on commercial or military vessels or any offshore installations is an advantage.
  • Multi-national customer service experience preferred.
  • Must be flexible to work worldwide and travel varying schedules, including evenings and weekends.
  • Be able to provide a valid work permit for the location you are applying to.

If your skills and experience match this Field Service Engineer – Telecommunications opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your resume to info@holtexecutive.com 

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Trade Compliance Specialist

  • South East, Greater London, London, UK
  • £55000 per annum, Benefits: Plus Bonus!
  • Permanent
  • V-32640

Holt Executive are partnered with a global leader within the Global Connectivity space and is the market leader in global mobile satellite communications.

Our partner is seeking a Trade Compliance Specialist to collaborate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulations and best practices in activities such as the Export Compliance programme for the global business.

Key Responsibilities for the Trade Compliance Specialist:

  • The Trade Compliance Specialist will manage and oversee the UK administration and control of exports for controlled goods, software, and technology. This includes communicating with impacted parties to ensure seamless integration with relevant business processes and transactions.
  • Assist the Compliance team in conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) checks.
  • Ensure all systems and folders used for export monitoring and control are utilized and maintained effectively according to established procedures.
  • Supporting the Senior Export Control Manager on matters of compliance, especially concerning areas listed in greater detail below.
  • Guarantee adherence to all relevant policies and procedures for export control. Maintain proper registration upkeep for all necessary licenses and permits.
  • Ensure that policies and procedures are adhered to, and all required registrations are properly maintained.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of all applicable regulations affecting the UK, EU and US.
  • Facilitate the authorisation signature process and maintain comprehensive records for all TAA support activities.
  • The Trade Compliance Specialist will provide admin support to the compliance team including maintaining training records and for local staff.
  • Provide and maintain metrics as defined by the Senior Export Control Manager.
  • Conduct annual self-assessments to identify gaps and areas of risk across all areas of involvement and communicate these to the team.
  • Support the Senior Export Control Manager to perform internal export control audits on each main exporting hub, including Norway, The Netherlands, Singapore, and the UK.
  • Support the Senior Export Control Manager and other parts of the organization on specific projects as appropriate.

Key Skills and Experience Required by the Trade Compliance Specialist: 

  • Awareness, knowledge, and experience required to understand and provide guidance in exporting and importing dual-use and defence articles, technology and services under: 
    • International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
    • Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
    • Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)
    • UK Export Control Regulations (Military and Dual-Use)
    • EU Export Control Regulations (Dual-Use)
  • Experience in Export Control.
  • Knowledge of Sanctioned Party Screening.
  • Awareness of Anti-corruption & Anti-bribery regulations.
  • Experienced with working with staff at all levels of the organisation.

If your skills and experience match this Trade Compliance Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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OSS Engineer

  • Quebec, Canada
  • CAD100000 - CAD120000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32630

Do you have a passion for keeping networks running smoothly? 

Are you an expert in Operational Support Systems? 

We have an exciting opportunity for an OSS Engineer to play a key role in optimizing network performance, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring a seamless customer experience for our partner located in Quebec, Canada.

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. Their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network is revolutionizing global broadband connectivity.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office and occasional travel is anticipated.

Key Responsibilities for the OSS Engineer:

  • Design, develop, implement and enhance Operational Support Systems to monitor and manage Carrier Ethernet and IP customer services and network resources, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
  • Partner with vendors to find the hottest new OSS solutions and stay ahead of the industry curve.
  • Review and approve design and development solution documents, internal and external test strategies, plans and scripts.
  • Develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of OSS requirements, configurations, processes and procedures.
  • Implement real-time network monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime.
  • Investigate and resolve complex OSS and network problems by collaborating with cross-functional teams to find effective solutions.
  • Develop and maintain automated scripts and tolls to streamline network operations and improve efficiency.
  • Implement and enforce security best practices to protect network systems and data integrity.
  • Analyse network performance data to provide valuable insights for capacity planning and network optimization.

Key Skills & Experience for the OSS Engineer:

  • 3-6 years of experience within a similar role.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of design principles, and specifications for standardized and interoperable OSS.
  • Strong knowledge of network management protocols, including NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI, TMForum APIs, MEF LSO APIs, CloudEvents, OpenMetrics, Openflow, ONF TAPI, etc.
  • Strong knowledge of MEF Lifecycle Service Orchestration framework.
  • User experience with OSS tools and platforms such as Netcracker Digital OSS, ONAP, Ciena Blue Planet, Amdocs, etc.
  • Hands on experience with Carrier Ethernet technologies, standards, and protocols.
  • Familiarity with TMForum Open Digital Architecture (ODA), Process Framework (eTOM) and Information Framework (SID).
  • Familiarity with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and/or UML.
  • This role requires making recommendations and decisions which will influence the network operations and control solution of the network.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain clearance under the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP).

If your skills and experience match this OSS Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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Embedded Software Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £33000 - £42000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32608

Do you have a passion for creating software that powers innovative technology?

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, who are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their dynamic team.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for embedded systems and a collaborative spirit, then this opportunity is for you!

Key Responsibilities for the Embedded Software Engineer:

  • Play a key role in the entire software development lifecycle, from concept to coding.
  • Working with Systems, Mechanical/Electrical and Electronics engineers as part of a team to ensure project success.
  • Maintaining oversight of all software requirements and issues for a project
  • Develop robust software with particular attention to fault management, fault reporting and health status of applications.
  • Produce and maintain related supporting documentation (interface control documentation, input to user manuals, fault code lists and actions).
  • Work directly with customers to integrate, commission, and troubleshoot software solutions, sometimes on-site.
  • Understand the customer’s technical needs and concept of operations and feed this into wider project requirements.
  • Work with the Project Manager, Technical Authority and Quality team as required to identify risks, issues, solutions, and opportunities.
  • Ensure significant developments and actions are communicated to relevant personnel in the engineering team and provide technical input to the project manager to allow them to generate and maintain the project plan and monthly project review packs.

Key Skills & Experience Required for the Embedded Software Engineer:

Essential

  • Strong degree in a related discipline
  • Understanding of embedded software design and appreciation of associated hardware
  • Understanding of developing desktop application and user centric interface design

Desirable 
Embedded software/firmware:

  • Experience of writing C/C++ for embedded applications and 16bit/32bit microcontrollers
  • Experience of using STM32 processors and Keil uVision development environment and tools
  • Communications such as Ethernet, RS422/UART, CAN, SPI etc.
  • Hardware interfacing, GPIO, ADC, DACs etc.
  • Some appreciation of motor control principles and theory

Windows/User interfaces:

  • QT and QT Creator– multiplatform development environment in C++
  • Visual Studio C++ and C#
  • Low latency programming techniques
  • Networking (TCP/UDP)

General software:

  • Use of source control, particularly SVN and GIT
  • Use of Jira and Confluence for software requirements and task capture
  • Experience of using unit testing tools and technologies
  • Static code analysis

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave.
  • Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across our sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (inc access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Embedded Software Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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Senior Systems Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £45000 - £60000 per annum, Benefits: Friday lunchtime finish,Hybrid/flexible working, 28 days annual leave + more!
  • Permanent
  • V-32616

Do you thrive on complex challenges and bringing innovative ideas to life?

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading manufacturing business that develop a wide range of products, from cutting-edge prototypes pushing technological boundaries to proven, reliable electro-optical surveillance systems.

Our partner is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to work within multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the mechanical, electrical, and software design aspects of a project function seamlessly and the system meets the customer needs.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Systems Engineer:

  • Requirements Capture and management.
  • Functional and Physical Systems Architecture Design and Definition.
  • System Modelling.
  • Development of Engineering Management Plans (Safety Management, Test Integration & Acceptance, Technical Risk Management).
  • Gathering of verification evidence for System Requirements.
  • Creation of Procurement Specifications for sub-systems and components.
  • Writing test specifications.
  • Conducting Design reviews.
  • Environmental Qualification Plans (EMC, Temperature, Shock & Vibration).

Key Skills & Experience Required for the Senior Systems Engineer:

Essential –

  • A degree in Engineering or physical sciences.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ systems engineering experience in a defence engineering (or similar) company.
  • Proficient in the use of requirements management tools (DOORS, Visure or R4J).
  • Work package management in JIRA.
  • Proficient in Report Writing.

 Desirable –

  • Technical Leadership of project teams with a significant level of responsibility for managing project risks and for delivering on time and on budget.
  • Experience in working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Working in multi-disciplinary teams on projects with a high level of complexity.
  • Safety Management (MIL-STD 882E, DEF-STAN 00-56, ISO 12100:2010).
  • Statutory Compliance (CE Marking).
  • Camera Sensor Technology (InfraRed and visible spectrum, DRI performance).
  • Fault-Tree and Failure Mode Analysis.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • Hybrid / flexible working arrangements.
  • 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across our sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Senior Systems Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

 

 

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Systems Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £35000 - £45000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32647

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, which is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their growing Systems Engineering team.

The successful Systems Engineer will be responsible for systems engineering tasks. This includes ensuring the system meets customer needs by guaranteeing a cohesive design that integrates mechanical, electrical, and software aspects.

Key Responsibilities for the Systems Engineer:

  • Requirements Capture and management.
  • Functional and Physical Systems Architecture Design and Definition.
  • System Modelling.
  • Development of Engineering Management Plans (Safety Management, Test Integration & Acceptance, Technical Risk
  • Management).
  • Gathering of verification evidence for System Requirements.
  • Creation of Procurement Specifications for sub-systems and components.
  • Writing test specifications.
  • Conducting Design reviews.
  • Environmental Qualification Plans (EMC, Temperature, Shock & Vibration).

Key Skills and Experience for the Systems Engineer:

Essential

  • A relevant degree in Engineering or physical sciences.
  • 1 -3 years’ systems engineering experience in a defence engineering (or similar) company.
  • Proficient in the use of requirements management tools (DOORS, Visure or R4J).
  • Work package management in JIRA.
  • Proficient in Report Writing.

Desirable

  • A good degree in Engineering or physical sciences.
  • 1 to 3 years of systems engineering experience in a defence engineering (or similar) company.
  • Proficient in the use of requirements management tools (DOORS, Visure or R4J).
  • Work package management in JIRA.
  • Proficient in Report Writing.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to four key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across all sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Systems Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £45000 - £58000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32646

Join a Leading Electro-Optics Company as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in West Sussex

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, which is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their skilled engineering team to collaborate on designing and building innovative systems.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • Innovative design skills in electro-mechanical mechanisms and precision machinery.
  • Technical lead within a small, mixed-discipline, project design team to produce quality design solutions in line with cost, time, and quality requirements.
  • Lead in the creation of designs in 3D CAD using SolidWorks software.
  • Lead and work in collaboration with the team to perform classical engineering analysis on designs, including stress, fatigue & vibration using conventional analysis and computer simulation.
  • Perform lab testing for verification and conformance of design outputs to meet the design inputs.
  • Be responsible for leading and developing engineering reports to support new product designs, failure investigation and any other formal documentation to support customer requirements.
  • Coordinate with wider engineering teams to integrate electronic, control and drive systems into equipment designs.
  • Provide support for the production, test, and field engineering teams. Support the sales teams with bids and quotations.
  • Work with project managers and sales teams to provide time estimates for design activities and keep appraised of progress.
  • Support and assist the Sales Team in producing proposals and quotations/sales literature.
  • Take the lead with responsibility for the timely delivery of outputs within defined deadlines.

Key Skills and Experience for the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:

Essential

  • Experience in the design of complex mechanisms and structures.
  • Proven experience in the design of systems from original concept design, produced from a specification, through to production in a lead role.
  • Ability to analyse the loads on, and design solutions for drive mechanisms and motor systems.
  • Understand the application of machining, casting, fabrication, and moulding techniques.
  • Have experience in the use of a 3D CAD system (ideally SolidWorks).
  • Strong understanding of the technical work being conducted and related activities.
  • Ability to lead the technical activities of a project design team, controlling workload and design output.

Desirable 

  • Experience in designing for use in harsh environments.
  • Experience working in the Defence or related sectors, particularly in R&D and manufacturing, such as scientific equipment manufacturers, special purpose machine builders or high-end customisation companies.
  • Experience and knowledge of coaching in support of talent development within the team.
  • Previous experience in a similar level position in a ‘Senior’ level role, preferably in a small or medium-sized company and/or relevant business model.

Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across all sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com

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Mechanical Design Engineer

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £35000 - £45000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32645

Join a Leading Electro-Optics Company as a Mechanical Design Engineer in West Sussex

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, which is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their skilled engineering team to collaborate on designing and building innovative systems.

Key Responsibilities for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • Work with the team to perform classical engineering analysis on designs including stress, fatigue & vibration using conventional analysis and computer simulation.
  • Produce detailed engineering and assembly drawings for manufacturing and perform lab testing for verification and conformance of design outputs to meet the design inputs.
  • Assist with developing engineering reports to support new product designs, failure investigation and any other formal documentation to support customer requirements.
  • Liaise with wider engineering teams to integrate electronic, control and drive systems into equipment designs.
  • Have experience of working within a closely integrated, mixed-discipline, project design team to produce quality design solutions in line with cost, time, and quality requirements.
  • Provide support for the production, test, and field engineering teams. Support the sales teams with bids and quotations.
  • Assist with creating designs in 3D CAD using SolidWorks software.

Key Skills and Experience for the Mechanical Design Engineer:

Essential

  • Have more than 2 years of experience working in an engineering role.
  • Have experience in the design of complex mechanisms and structures for use in harsh environments – preferably in the defence industry.
  • Have proven experience in the design of systems from original concept design, produced from a specification, through to production.
  • Can analyse the loads on, and design solutions for, items such as gear drives bearings and motors.
  • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the application of machining, casting, fabrication, and moulding techniques.  Have experience in the use of the SolidWorks CAD system.
  • Ability to consult with customers verbally and in writing effectively, producing reports and participating in formal design reviews.

Desirable 

  • Have experience designing equipment for use in harsh environments.
  • Experience working in the Defence or related sectors, particularly in R&D and manufacturing, such as scientific equipment manufacturers, special purpose machine builders or high-end customisation companies.
  • Have more than 5 years of experience working in an engineering role.

 Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave and Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across all sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Mechanical Design Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

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Production Controller

  • South East, West Sussex, UK
  • £30000 - £36000 per annum
  • Permanent
  • V-32641

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you keep production running smoothly?

If so, then this Production Controller role is perfect for you!

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, who are seeking a Production Controller to join their team in West Sussex.

The Production Controller will be responsible for the entire production process ensuring everything runs efficiently and on time. You’ll translate sales orders into clear production requirements, working closely with the supply chain team to source materials and meet customer deadlines.

Key Responsibilities for the Production Controller:

  • Analyse sales order details to generate clear production requirements and comprehensive planning schedules.
  • Determine purchasing and production needs to meet deadlines and budget constraints for each project.
  • Plan overall production requirements for multiple projects while ensuring efficiency.
  • Organising kitting for shop-built assemblies ensuring kits are in a suitable state for manufacture.
  • Collaborate with the supply chain team to secure necessary components for production.
  • Track purchase progress and ensure timely acquisition of materials.
  • Organising delivery documentation ensuring all customer order requirements are met.
  • Liaise with production and engineering teams to address manufacturing procedures and troubleshoot issues.
  • Assist with the planning of the internal Machine Shop.
  • Prepare cost-to-date and cost-to-complete reports for accurate project budgeting.
  • Assist with the generation of new procedure, methods, and flow diagrams for the MRP system.
  • Ensure that all documentation adheres to BS EN9001 quality standards.

Key Skills and Experience for the Production Controller:

Essential

  • Ability to read manufacturing drawings is required.
  • Experienced in the use of ERP/MRP systems.

 Desirable 

  • Ideally HNC qualified or equivalent in Engineering, Manufacturing or Production.
  • Previous experience of production control in a highly regulated environment with electro-mechanical equipment is highly desirable.
  • A background in an engineered to order/build to order production environment is desirable.

 Company Benefits:

  • 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
  • 28 days annual leave.
  • Christmas closure.
  • Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
  • Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
  • Company Share Incentive Plan and Save as You Earn Scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across all sites to support and promote well-being.
  • Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
  • Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

If your skills and experience match this Production Controller opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to info@holtexecutive.com 

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