Broadreach Recruitment is supporting a design-led manufacturing business in the appointment of a Manufacturing Systems Manager. 

up to £21ph

1. Work on High-Quality Bespoke Projects

Feature: You’ll produce custom furniture and joinery from detailed design specifications, working closely with designers.
Advantage: This gives you the opportunity to apply your craftsmanship on unique, one-off projects rather than repetitive production work.
Benefit: You gain genuine pride and satisfaction from creating standout pieces that showcase your skill and creativity.

2. Skilled, Supportive Workshop Environment

Feature: Join a well-established, collaborative team with a strong reputation for excellence.
Advantage: You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who value quality, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.
Benefit: You develop your skills faster, feel supported day-to-day, and enjoy a positive, friendly workplace.

3. Strong Reward Package & Career Growth

Feature: Competitive £35–40k salary, permanent role, free on-site parking, and development opportunities.
Advantage: You benefit from stable employment with clear chances to progress and enhance your expertise.
Benefit: You build a long-term, rewarding career while enjoying practical perks that improve work–life balance.

We are seeking skilled and experienced Fitout Engineers to join our team, responsible for the installation, testing, and quality assurance of mechanical and electrical systems throughout the boatbuilding process.

CAD Technician / Draughtsperson – Bespoke Joinery & Furniture

📍 Hampshire
💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits
🕒 Full-time, Permanent

Are you a skilled CAD Technician with a passion for high-end bespoke furniture?

We’re working with a leading specialist manufacturer delivering ultra-luxury bespoke furniture for super-prime residential projects across the globe.

With a strong reputation for craftsmanship and technical excellence, our client operates from state-of-the-art facilities in Hampshire, producing exceptional joinery, cabinetry, and furniture for some of the most prestigious projects worldwide.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled design and production team, working on complex, design-led projects.

You’ll be responsible for producing detailed manufacturing drawings in SolidWorks, taking concepts through to fully realised technical designs for workshop and CNC production.

You’ll work closely with project managers, workshop teams, and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery from design through to manufacture.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed technical and manufacturing drawings from concept designs
• Develop drawings for client approval through to full production
• Liaise with internal teams including workshop, procurement, and projects
• Coordinate with suppliers on materials, components, and specifications
• Manage drawing revisions and updates throughout project lifecycle
• Maintain organised documentation and drawing records
• Support workshop teams with technical input where required
• Occasional involvement in site surveys and project coordination

About You

• Strong experience using SolidWorks
• Background in bespoke joinery, cabinetry, or high-end furniture
• Ideally hands-on experience as a Cabinet Maker or strong understanding of construction methods
• Able to interpret and communicate technical details clearly
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced holiday allowance + additional days with service
• Paid birthday leave
• Workplace benefits package
• Free on-site parking
• Regular social events
• Ongoing training and career development
• Flexible working approach

Why Apply?

This is a chance to work on truly unique, high-end projects alongside a team of skilled craftspeople and designers — delivering some of the finest bespoke furniture in the industry.

Sprayer / Finisher – Bespoke Furniture

📍 Hampshire
💰 Competitive Hourly Rate
🕒 Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Sprayer / Finisher looking to work on high-end bespoke furniture?

We’re working with a well-established manufacturer specialising in luxury bespoke furniture and joinery, delivering exceptional projects across high-end residential and specialist sectors.

Due to continued growth, they’re looking to add a skilled Sprayer / Finisher to their workshop team.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for preparing, spraying, and finishing high-end bespoke furniture to an exceptional standard.

This is a key role within the workshop, ensuring every piece meets the highest quality and aesthetic expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for finishing including sanding and priming
• Apply finishes using spray techniques (lacquers, paints, stains, etc.)
• Achieve high-quality finishes across a range of bespoke furniture
• Carry out polishing and final finishing work
• Maintain spray equipment and ensure a clean working environment
• Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines

About You

• Proven experience as a Sprayer / Finisher within joinery or furniture
• Experience working on high-end or bespoke products
• Strong knowledge of different finishing techniques and materials
• High attention to detail and quality
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Stable, long-term opportunity
• Modern, well-equipped workshop
• Opportunity to work on premium, bespoke projects
• Supportive and skilled team environment

Client: Vans for Bands (VFB)
Location: Begbroke (near Oxford)
Core Brief: Experienced Vehicle HVAC Engineer maintaining luxury sleeper coaches & splitter vans

🎯 Role Summary 

Experienced automotive air conditioning engineer working on high-spec luxury vans & sleeper coaches (Mercedes Sprinters, VW Transporters, Setra, Van Hool).

💰 Key Candidate Selling Points (Use in outreach)

• Work on luxury touring vehicles used by music, TV, theatre & sports clients

• Ongoing training + upskilling (great for career development)

• Monday–Friday role – stable hours, no shift chaos

• Work on high-spec HVAC + electrical systems (interesting technical work)

• Join a specialist team maintaining a premium fleet (not a standard garage)

🔍 What “Good” Looks Like (Must-Have Profile)

Focus on candidates with:

• 5+ years in vehicle air conditioning / HVAC

• Experience on vans, coaches, buses or specialist vehicles

• Strong fault finding + diagnostics

• Comfortable working on 12v / 24v vehicle systems

• Reliable, detail focused, team player

🌟 Ideal Backgrounds (Great Crossover Markets)

Don’t just search “air con engineer” – target adjacent industries:

• Coach / Bus HVAC Engineers

• Commercial Vehicle Technicians

• Refrigeration Engineers (mobile / transport)

• Horsebox / Motorhome / Campervan engineers

• Marine HVAC engineers (yachts / boats)

• Film / TV location vehicle engineers

• Specialist vehicle converters (ambulances, welfare vans, etc.)

🔎 Boolean / Search Tips (CV Library / Indeed / LinkedIn)

Core Search String

Broader Search

Niche Crossover Search

🧠 Key Keywords to Scan For on CVs

• Vehicle air conditioning systems

• Transport refrigeration

• Coach / bus maintenance

• Mercedes Sprinter / VW Transporter

• Webasto / Eberspächer heaters

• 12v / 24v electrics

• Fault finding / diagnostics

• Fleet maintenance

🚩 Red Flags / Avoid

• Domestic-only air conditioning engineers (buildings only)

• Tyre fitters / generic mechanics with no HVAC exposure

• Junior techs without diagnostic experience

📞 Candidate Pitch (30-sec call version)

“I’m working with a specialist luxury vehicle company maintaining high-end sleeper coaches and vans used by touring artists and TV productions. It’s a Monday–Friday role focused on HVAC servicing, fault finding and electrical systems on premium vehicles like Mercedes Sprinters and Setra coaches. Lots of training and really interesting, high-spec kit to work on.”

🎯 Top Target Employers to Source From

• Coach / bus operators

• Transport refrigeration companies (Carrier, Thermo King engineers)

• Motorhome / campervan converters

• Specialist vehicle builders

• Marine HVAC firms

• Horsebox manufacturers

📌 Screening Questions (Ask Early)

1. What vehicles have you worked on? (vans, buses, specialist vehicles?)

2. Experience with vehicle AC servicing & diagnostics?

3. Any experience with auxiliary heaters (Webasto etc.)?

4. Comfortable with 12v / 24v electrics?

5. Happy working onsite near Oxford Monday–Friday?

🔥 Quick Recruiter Angle (Why They’ll Move)

• More interesting vehicles than standard garages

• Stable weekday schedule

• Opportunity to upskill on specialist luxury fleet

• Long-term career niche (rare skillset)

Interior Boat Builder

Overview

We are currently seeking experienced Interior Boat Builders to join a busy marine engineering environment, working on high-quality vessels built for global use. This role is ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for craftsmanship, particularly within interior fit-out.

Working as part of a skilled team, you will be responsible for installing and finishing a range of interior components, ensuring all work meets high standards and project deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Fitting a variety of boat furniture
• Installation of ply bulkheads
• Fitting cabin sole bearers and cabin doors
• Cladding bulkheads with polished veneered ply
• Fitting various fibreglass components
• Carrying out basic upholstery and vinyl work
• Fitting sole boards
• Occasional painting tasks

Requirements

• Relevant City & Guilds (C&G) qualification or equivalent
• Ideally a minimum of 2 years’ experience within the marine industry or similar carpentry/joinery background
• Experience working with timber and/or GRP vessels
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality finishing skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and as part of a team

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates with overtime opportunities
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Option to purchase up to 3 additional days or sell up to 2 days
• Employer pension contributions
• Flexible shift patterns available
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Company sickness and accident insurance scheme
• Occupational sick pay (after qualifying period)
• Employee assistance programme
• Free on-site parking

External Boat Builder

Overview

We are currently seeking experienced External Boat Builders to join a leading marine engineering environment, working on high-quality vessels built for global use. This role would suit individuals with a strong eye for detail, who take pride in delivering precision work and enjoy being part of a multi-skilled team.

You will play a key role in ensuring vessels are completed to schedule, taking responsibility for the installation and assembly of various external components to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Assembly of steering systems
• Keel fittings
• Installation of skin fittings
• Deck gear and teak deck installation
• Installation of windows, portlights and hatches
• Drive chain propulsion system assembly
• Shaft fitting
• Lazarette fit-out
• Fitting of various fibreglass components
• Levelling boats
• Carrying out basic laminating tasks

Requirements

• Relevant City & Guilds (C&G) qualification or equivalent
• Ideally a minimum of 2 years’ experience within the marine industry
• Experience working with timber and/or GRP vessels
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work to deadlines and as part of a team

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates with overtime opportunities
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Option to purchase up to 3 additional days or sell up to 2 days
• Employer pension contributions
• Flexible shift patterns available
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Company sickness and accident insurance scheme
• Occupational sick pay (after qualifying period)
• Employee assistance programme
• Free on-site parking