Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Recruitment Solutions for Engineering & Manufacturing
Established in 1983, we have built a reputation as a trusted recruitment partner for the UK manufacturing, engineering, and technical sectors. Our deep industry expertise, developed over four decades, enables us to deliver tailored workforce solutions that align with both employer needs and candidate aspirations. As an employee-owned business since 2018, we prioritise accountability, transparency, and long-term relationships, ensuring our consultants remain deeply invested in our clients' success. Our ISO 9001 certification, REC membership, and GLAA licensing underscore our commitment to quality, compliance, and ethical recruitment practices. With a national network of specialist divisions, we provide temporary, contract, and permanent staffing solutions across industrial, skilled trades, and professional sectors.Our 24/7 operational support ensures businesses receive timely assistance, while our focus on continuous improvement guarantees evolving recruitment strategies that adapt to market demands. Backed by 95% staff retention and over 80% customer retention for five+ years, we combine stability with innovation to deliver recruitment excellence. Our consultants undergo rigorous training, including REC-accredited qualifications, to maintain industry-leading standards. From entry-level roles to executive placements, we match talent with opportunity through a consultative approach that values both client and candidate perspectives. This enduring commitment to service quality has solidified our position as a key partner in the UK's dynamic engineering and manufacturing landscapes.
Services
Temporary Staffing
Permanent Recruitment
Contract Placements
24/7 Support Service
Sector-Specific Recruitment
Workforce Strategy
Candidate Screening
Client Consultation
Skills Matching
Compliance Management
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist recruitment experience in technical industries
- Our ISO 9001-certified processes guarantee quality service delivery
- 24/7 operational support for urgent staffing requirements
- Employee-owned structure ensures long-term consultant commitment
- REC membership demonstrates adherence to industry best practices
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- Recruitment and Employment Confederation
- Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority
- Sedex
- SafeContractor
- Employee Ownership Association
What people say
Excellent outcome
Supportive relationship
Shared plan for the future
Quality staff
Prompt communication
Services
Temporary Staffing
We provide flexible temporary staffing solutions for manufacturing and engineering businesses facing fluctuating demand. Our ISO 9001-certified processes ensure legally compliant placements with pre-screened candidates who match specific technical requirements. This service helps companies maintain productivity during peak periods without long-term employment commitments, supported by 24/7 operational assistance for urgent requirements.
Permanent Recruitment
Our permanent recruitment service specialises in placing skilled professionals within engineering, manufacturing, and technical sectors. REC-trained consultants use industry-specific knowledge and advanced applicant tracking systems to identify candidates whose expertise aligns with organisational goals. This tailored approach ensures long-term matches that benefit both employers and employees across all experience levels.
24/7 Support Service
Available round-the-clock, our emergency staffing service addresses urgent workforce needs for industrial clients. Dedicated consultants manage last-minute requirements through an established network of pre-vetted candidates, ensuring business continuity during unexpected absences or increased production demands. This service operates alongside standard recruitment functions without compromising quality standards.
Sector-Specific Recruitment
We offer targeted recruitment across niche engineering and manufacturing disciplines including electrical systems, mechanical engineering, and production management. Our consultants' deep understanding of technical skill requirements enables precise candidate matching for roles ranging from entry-level operatives to senior management positions within specific industry verticals like FMCG and energy technology.
Compliance Management
Our compliance services ensure recruitment practices meet all legislative requirements including employment law, health and safety regulations, and equality standards. Backed by ISO 9001 certification and GLAA licensing, we provide legally sound recruitment processes that protect both employers and workers while maintaining transparency throughout the hiring lifecycle.
People
Ben Sandell
Managing Consultant
Recruitment consultant since 2011 with expertise in securing major contracts, including a 4-year Siemens project supplying 250+ workers. Specialises in North East placements and combines industry knowledge with travel experience to understand diverse workforce needs.
Sharon Stockbridge
Quality Manager & HS Advisor
30-year company veteran with extensive recruitment experience across multiple roles. Provides critical quality assurance and health & safety guidance, leveraging deep institutional knowledge to maintain compliance standards and support operational excellence across all recruitment activities.
Billy Watkinson
24Hour Support Manager
Manages after-hours staffing solutions since 1998, ensuring client coverage during evenings and weekends. Combines operational management expertise with customer service focus to maintain workforce continuity outside standard business hours while supporting Manchester City football club.
Joanna Heseltine
Managing Director
Joined in 1994 and progressed to leadership role in 2022, combining hands-on recruitment experience with strategic oversight. Drives company direction from Gateshead office while maintaining active involvement in recruitment operations, bringing 30 years of sector-specific expertise to executive decision-making.
Steve Taggart
Business Development Director
Royal Navy veteran turned recruitment specialist with 30-year career progression from consultant to executive role. Focuses on expanding client relationships through understanding of technical recruitment challenges and development of tailored workforce solutions that align with business growth objectives.
Questions
What industries do you specialise in?
We focus on engineering, manufacturing, and technical sectors including aerospace, defence, FMCG, and energy technology with specialist divisions for industrial, skilled trades, and professional roles.
How quickly can you fill urgent vacancies?
Our 24/7 support service provides immediate staffing assistance with pre-vetted candidates available for emergency placements within hours through dedicated after-hours consultants.
Are your recruitment processes compliant?
Yes, we maintain ISO 9001 certification, GLAA licensing, and REC membership ensuring full compliance with employment law, health and safety regulations, and equality standards.
Do you offer permanent and temporary placements?
We provide both temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment solutions tailored to business needs, with expertise in matching candidates to short-term projects and long-term positions.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our consultants use ISO-certified processes, REC training, and industry-specific knowledge to pre-screen candidates, verifying technical skills and experience before client introductions.
What support do you offer existing clients?
Clients receive dedicated account management, regular reviews, and 24/7 operational support with performance metrics tracking to ensure ongoing satisfaction and service improvement.
Reviews (4)
Gareth Wood
Jan 20, 2022
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Critical:Quality
Absolute waste of time, I've applied for numerous assembly/production postions which I'm good at and have much experience in, i was asked to go and register which i did, only ever offered work packing shreddies in Ashton on 12 hour shifts.
Absolute waste of time, I've applied for numerous assembly/production postions which I'm good at and have much experience in, i was asked to go and register which i did, only ever offered work packing shreddies in Ashton on 12 hour shifts.
Helen Grantham
Oct 08, 2021
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Critical:Responsiveness
I applied to work as a decontamination technician at our local hospital. I have contacted Kinetic several times, and have heard nothing, despite their assurances that they would get back to me. If you want a reliable recruitment service that will help you, avoid these like the poll plague
I applied to work as a decontamination technician at our local hospital. I have contacted Kinetic several times, and have heard nothing, despite their assurances that they would get back to me. If you want a reliable recruitment service that will help you, avoid these like the poll plague
Matthew Brown
Jan 07, 2021
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Seemed okay to deal with, was due to start a role but due to unavoidable circumstances (never happened before) I was unable to make the specified date. They ignore my emails now, which is sort of understandable but lack of feedback is also unprofessional for an agency.
Harry Byrne
Oct 18, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism
Terrible attitude and dont have the decency to call you back after you send in your cv for jobs advertised, i was told vicki would phone me back but she never did when i rang her up she had a go at me because she was busy, not very proffesional and extremely rude
Terrible attitude and dont have the decency to call you back after you send in your cv for jobs advertised, i was told vicki would phone me back but she never did when i rang her up she had a go at me because she was busy, not very proffesional and extremely rude
