South West Recruitment

South-West-Recruitment is seeking a Skilled Wire person on a contract basis in Blandford Forum, Dorset. The ideal candidate will produce wiring looms and cable assemblies from detailed schematics to high standards. Competitive salary with flexible working options, including a compressed 4-day week. Benefits include 24 days holiday, pension, and employee rewards scheme. Prior experience in a Defence/Aerospace environment is highly desirable.

We are recruiting for a Skilled Wire person on a contract basis, for a world class test system solutions provider, delivering high quality, high performance and cost effective automated test equipment to the aerospace, defence, rail & transport, telecoms and energy markets for over 30 years. The company has built its reputation by providing customers with exceptional service and system support, consistently solving technically complex test engineering challenges wherever they are located. Job Summary Producing looms/cable assemblies & test equipment items from drawings & kits to the required build standards and agreed time frames, working closely with in house engineers. Salary This position comes with a very competitive market related salary on a contract basis. Please call Alan for more details on both the position and the company. Length of Contract Minimum of 3 months and up to 6 months. Employment Type Both self employed and PAYE welcome. Hours of Work Hours can be compressed into a day week Monday to Thursday. 37 hours per week, typically comprising 8 hours Monday Thursday and 5 hours Friday Working week: Mon Thurs = 8 hours paid (8.5 hours on site), flexible start/finish (as early as 7 am start, 4 pm finish, or as late as 9 am start, 6 pm finish). Friday = 5 hours paid (early start as 7 am) All employees now have the option to move to a compressed 4 day working week (typically 37 hours Monday Thursday) Employees have the option to request flexible working (subject to company policy) Location Blandford Forum, Dorset, Site based. Responsibilities Able to solder to a consistently high standard Production of wiring looms/cable assemblies: comfortable with crimping, soldering, lacing & splicing to aerospace standards Wiring of cabinets and fixtures Assembly of PCBs (desirable but not essential) Extensive knowledge of cable types, connectors, cable assembly techniques and applications Able to liaise with in house engineers with technical queries and provide build solutions for proto type assemblies Understanding of engineering drawings, wiring schedules and circuit diagrams Familiar with a variety of military spec connectors, cable production techniques Able to work to IPC 620 Class 3 Able to work to deadlines Tidy, methodical and accurate Own standard wiring tools (specialised tools will be supplied) Able to work independently Good team player Willing to provide on site support at customer premises when required ESD awareness Qualifications and Experience Experience in similar work essential (ideally within the Defence/Aerospace sector) IPC 620 certified Demonstrated capability by skills test Full driving licence Possess all requirements for successfully meeting formal Security Check (SC) criteria Benefits 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Holiday can be taken in hours rather than full or half days if the employee prefers Company pension Access to a national employee rewards scheme, offering discounts and offers on brand name fashion, days out and restaurants To apply for this position please submit an up to date CV and alternatively please call Alan for a more detailed job spec and details about the company.

Overview We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Telesales / Business Development Executive to join our growing team in the commercial interiors, office fit-out, and refurbishment sector. This is a full-time, office-based role located in Poole, Dorset, offering a competitive salary of £35,000-£50,000 DOE, with additional commission opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in telesales, a confident telephone manner, and the ability to engage with senior decision-makers across various industries. This role is pivotal in driving new business opportunities and securing high-quality appointments for our Business Development and Pre-Construction teams. Responsibilities Proactively identify and contact prospective end-user clients. Generate new business opportunities within the office fit-out, refurbishment, and commercial interiors market. Secure a minimum of 3 qualified client appointments per week. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective clients and project opportunities. Research target businesses, key contacts, office moves, refurbishments, and potential project triggers. Confidently engage with senior decision-makers, including office managers, facilities managers, operations directors, managing directors, and business owners. Qualify opportunities by understanding project requirements, timescales, budgets, locations, and decision-making processes. Accurately update CRM records and maintain clear notes on all activity. Collaborate closely with the Business Development and Pre-Construction teams to hand over qualified opportunities. Support email campaigns, follow-up calls, and broader sales initiatives. Represent the company professionally and positively at all times. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years' telesales experience. Proven track record of booking appointments or generating qualified sales opportunities. Experience engaging directly with end users, clients, or senior decision-makers. Relevant experience in commercial interiors, office fit-out, construction, property, facilities management, or a related sector is highly advantageous. Strong telephone manner with the ability to build rapport quickly. Confident, resilient, and target-driven. Excellent organizational and follow-up skills. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, sales-focused environment. Day-to-Day Conduct outbound calls to identify and engage potential clients. Research and qualify leads to build a strong pipeline of opportunities. Schedule and secure high-quality appointments with senior decision-makers. Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless handover of qualified leads. Participate in sales initiatives, including email campaigns and follow-up activities. Consistently meet or exceed weekly and monthly targets. Benefits Competitive basic salary of £35,000-£50,000, dependent on experience. Lucrative commission structure: 1-3% of gross profit generated from new business opportunities. Significant earning potential, with total package potential of £45,000-£80,000+ based on performance. Opportunity to work in a growing business within the commercial interiors and workplace sector. Long-term career progression opportunities for high-performing individuals. Collaborative and professional office environment in Poole, Dorset. If you are a proactive, commercially minded individual with a strong telesales background and a passion for business development, we would love to hear from you. Join us and play a key role in driving the growth of our business while enjoying excellent earning potential and career development opportunities. Apply now with an up to date CV and we will be in touch in due course.