Recruitment Consultant - Blue Collar

Expleo UK LTD; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aerospace recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive recruiter to source skilled technicians. This full-time role involves managing high-volume recruitment processes and maintaining talent pipelines. Essential skills include strong sourcing abilities and excellent stakeholder communication. The position is on-site in Stevenage with a collaborative environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Expleo Academy for skill development

Competitive company benefits

Empowering technology-loving professionals

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; experience and sourcing ability matter most.
• Recruitment certifications (REC, CIPD, etc.) are a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview blue-collar candidates for technician roles.
• Build and maintain warm talent pipelines for ongoing hiring needs.
• Partner with onsite teams to coordinate onboarding.

Skills

Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail in high-volume recruitment

Tools

ATS systems

Recruitment CRMs

Job description

Overview

Are you a recruiter who thrives in high-volume environments and understands the unique challenges of sourcing skilled technicians in aerospace and defence?

Expleo UK is looking for a proactive, network-savvy recruiter to join our internal talent team. This is a high-impact role where your sourcing creativity and industry insight will directly contribute to the growth of a critical account.

Responsibilities

• Source, screen, and interview blue‑collar candidates for technician and skilled trade roles within aerospace and defence
• Build and maintain warm talent pipelines for ongoing and future hiring needs
• Partner with onsite security and operations teams to coordinate onboarding and site access
• Use innovative sourcing techniques including social media, job boards, referrals, and local outreach
• Maintain accurate candidate records and ensure compliance with hiring processes and security protocols
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast hiring needs and support workforce planning
• Represent Expleo UK professionally onsite and ensure a positive candidate experience

Qualifications

• No formal degree required‑experience and sourcing ability matter most
• Recruitment certifications (REC, CIPD, etc.) are a plus but not essential

Essential skills

• Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn, job boards, and local networks
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage high‑volume recruitment with attention to detail

Desired skills

• Familiarity with onboarding processes and security clearance coordination
• Knowledge of the Stevenage talent market and local sourcing channels

Experience

• Proven experience recruiting for blue‑collar or technician roles (ideally within aerospace, defence, engineering, or manufacturing)
• Experience working within an internal recruitment function
• Experience using ATS systems and recruitment CRMs
• Understanding of the nuances of recruiting in aerospace or defence environments (e.g., security clearance, compliance, niche skill sets)
• Comfortable working onsite and engaging directly with candidates and teams

What do I need before I apply

• This position is a full-time opportunity based in Stevenage, to be present on‑site Monday to Friday.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology‑loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy – enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

Disability Confident Commitment

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
  • Communicating and promoting vacancies
  • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
  • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
  • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long‑term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive