Permanent placements only · West Midlands, Nationwide 07793001036 · matt@datumrecruitment.co.uk

For employers

Permanent recruitment with the engineering detail understood.

A focused search and selection service for precision engineering and manufacturing businesses.

A more relevant shortlist

The job title is only the starting point.

A CNC Miller working on one-off aerospace components is a different requirement from a production machinist running repeat work. Datum takes time to understand the difference.

Each assignment begins with a detailed discussion covering the actual work, machines, controls, materials, tolerances, programmes, shift pattern, salary and the type of person likely to succeed in the team.

That information drives a targeted search and a more useful candidate conversation before any CV is introduced.

  • Permanent appointments only
  • Targeted search and direct candidate approaches
  • Candidate qualification against practical requirements
  • Interview coordination and detailed feedback
  • Offer management and start-date support

What you can expect

A straightforward service built around quality.

01

Detailed briefing

Datum learns the technical and practical detail behind the vacancy before beginning the search.

02

Focused sourcing

Search activity is aimed at relevant people, including skilled candidates who are not actively applying.

03

Clear communication

Honest updates, useful market feedback and no pressure to interview unsuitable candidates.

Typical shop-floor appointments

  • CNC Millers and CNC Turners
  • CNC Programmers and Setter/Operators
  • Sliding Head Machinists
  • Manual Machinists and Toolmakers
  • Grinders and EDM / Wire Erosion Engineers
  • Quality Inspectors and CMM Programmers

Engineering and operational appointments

  • Manufacturing and Production Engineers
  • CAD/CAM Engineers
  • Maintenance and Service Engineers
  • Production Planners and Estimators
  • Engineering Buyers and Supply Chain roles
  • Supervisors and Production Managers

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