Ex-military personnel are in high demand due to the high calibre of their training and their commitment to time-keeping and discipline. Many people trained by the armed forces find employment in the engineering, security and loss prevention sectors.
The armed forces in the UK provide some of the best vocational training in the world, and many leave service with nationally recognised qualifications in engineering, vehicle maintenance and construction. There are some recruitment agencies and employers who are specifically looking for ex-military personnel to fill their staff vacancies. Candidates for these roles usually need to have left active service, and they will also need to have excellent references from a commanding officer.
The range of companies offering employment to ex-forces personnel is extremely wide and varied. From national security specialists to specialised engineering firms, these organisations recognise that the standard of applicants from this section of society is very high. In some cases, however, candidates will be asked to complete aptitude tests and competency-based interviews - particularly for engineering roles.
The recent cuts by the Ministry of Defence have led to a sudden increase in the number of ex-military personnel looking for employment, so the competition for the best jobs is fierce. However, those with specialist skills acquired during service will stand an excellent chance of finding permanent employment.
Engineers can expect a salary of between £20,000 and £40,000, and security workers should expect to receive between £14,000 and £18,000 per year.
JT Recruit is a well-respected local agency with a great deal of experience in recruiting the right person for employers or finding the right job for candidates. What makes us different from many of our competitors is that we care about you!
34 Charnwood Street, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2GU
Tech Connect Group is a recruitment, networking, and investment company specialising in the Engineering, Manufacturing, and Technology Sectors. They also operate and recruit mainly for the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, and Motorsport markets. Although the agency was only founded in 2020, the owners have a combined 30 years of experience in the field.
The Gantry, Curdridge, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2BN
Redwood Search delivers Business Support recruitment solutions domestically with a focus on Worcester, Evesham, Redditch and Malvern. In addition to hiring permanent and temporary staff, they have also been opening internship and freelance opportunities since 2016. They were finalists in the 2019 Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber Business Awards and are members of TEAM Network of Independent Recruiters.
9b Malvern Gate, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 4BN
Matrax Technical Resourcing Ltd has been hiring talent for a wide variety of contract and permanent vacancies in the Engineering and Technology markets. Operating nationwide and overseas, they also specialise in providing recruitment services for the Civil Construction, Electronics, Quality Assurance, and Rail departments. Since its establishment in 2014, they have helped businesses hire professionals such as Estimators, Permanent Way Engineers, and Senior Project Engineers.
Harbour Rd, Portishead, Bristol, Avon, BS20 7AN
M&E Global has worked in over 25 countries, including in Europe, Middle East / South West Asia, and the USA, in the provision of contract manpower solutions to the Aviation, Land, and Marine sectors. They have ISO9001 certification and they are also JOSCAR registered.
7 Mill Pool, Nash Lane, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY9 9AF
Positively Different Solutions is a multi-sector recruitment agency covering Digital, Professional areas like Finance, Business Development and Legal and Industrial verticals like Manufacturing, Production and Engineering. Their reach spans nationwide from their office in Middlewich, offering permanent, temporary and contract positions since 2018. They are also a certified Disability Confident Committed and Mental Health Committed Employer.
14 Seddon St, Middlewich, Cheshire, CW10 9DT
Owen Daniels Consultancy is a Camberley-based recruitment agency that works across Engineering and Manufacturing whilst also offering placements in Supply Chain and HR. Since 2011, they have been satisfying permanent, temporary and contract staffing requirements of businesses in Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, FMCG, Energy, Marine and more. They also help fulfil executive jobs. They are members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.
Building 4, Archipelago, Lyon Way, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER
Fides London is an agency formed in 2013 with international coverage spanning more than 25 countries. They handle job functions related to Legal, Compliance, Risk, Cyber & Digital Transformation, and Privacy. They recruit talent ranging from recent graduates to experienced consultants and place them within international corporates, law firms, and other professional services companies.
81 Curtain Road, Unit C, City of London, London, EC2A 3AG
Polar Recruitment Services is an REC-approved recruitment specialist within the IT, Defence, and Telecommunications markets. They operate across the UK and Europe. The agency supplies permanent or contingent talent and provides a fully managed service. Examples of roles they search for include Senior Project Manager, Breakfix Engineer, Network Infrastructure Engineer, IT Asset Manager, and Red Hat Linux Technical Consultant.
1 Winnall Valley Road Winchester, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 0LD
Marcus Webb Associates started in 2015 and is headquartered in Fareham. They specialise in roles related to Product Development, which includes these key areas: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Design, Software & Control Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Functional Safety & Reliability Engineering. Additionally, they also support the fields of Project & Programme Management, Sales, Operations, and Manufacturing Systems.
25 Barnes Wallis Road, Fareham, Hampshire, PO15 5TT
The Recruitment Manager Ltd is an HR consultancy and Engineering recruiter that finds skilled and qualified technical personnel for the Engineering and Manufacturing sectors covering the Defence, Marine, Aerospace, Automotive and Motorsport sectors in the UK. They also recruit Management talent for the Commercial, Financial, Human Resource, and Sales & Marketing sectors. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Birmingham.
Cranhills Farm, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7DX
Founded in 2013 and based in Wiltshire, Whiteflare UK Ltd is a recruitment firm that specialises in recruitment for the Transport, Defense and Rail industries across the UK, Middle East and Australia. They offer interim and permanent executive resources, recruitment, and consultancy services. The company is a member of the REC.
Langley 2-5 Kington Park Malmesbury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 5PZ
Bristol-based SRA Engineering Consultants primarily supports UK's Engineering markets with its permanent and contract workforce demand. Their remit covers Engineering roles across the Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, Medical, Electronics, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Food, and FMCG industries. Some of the roles they handle are Design Engineer, Quality Engineer, Inspector & Manager, CNC Setter, Operator, and Programmer.
St. Brandon's House, 29 Great George St, Bristol, Avon, BS1 5QT
Established in 2006 and based in Cambridgeshire, Argo Aviation International offers temporary and permanent recruitment solutions to the Aviation, Defence, and Engineering industries globally. The firm works in tandem with major airlines and maintenance companies, providing them with professionals of all levels. The company has offices in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Germany, Abu Dhabi, and Canada.
1st Floor Unit 6 Prospect House 3F St Thomas Place, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4EX
Envisage Recruitment is an agency that supplies professional staff in sectors like Automation, Automotive, Electrical Vehicles and Medical Devices in the UK and throughout Europe and America. They have over 16 years of experience and are REC members. They cover permanent and contract vacancies for jobs such as Systems Application Engineer, Product Manager, Planning Manager Assistant, and Creative Designer.
Quinn Close, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 4LH
Recruiting for a wide variety of permanent, contract, and temporary assignments, nGenium focuses on supplying personnel to a broad range of industries nationwide and globally. They cater to the following sectors from their Austin and Birmingham offices: Electronics, Mechanical, Medical, and Software. Founded in 2019, they also cover various disciplines, such as Connected Devices/IoT, Consumer Electronics, Defence and Military, and Semiconductor.
55 Colmore Row, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2AA
Quest Technical is a recruitment firm founded in 2019 that focuses on recruiting for the sectors of Automotive & Aerospace, Petrochemical Oil & Gas, Motorsport & F1 Racing, Precision Engineering, Nuclear, and Defence across the UK and internationally. They have worked with companies like Eaton, Technic, Kautex, Jaguar, and Land Rover. Some key disciplines they recruit for include Design, Project Management, Survey, Quality, Maintenance, and more.
Piccadilly Business Centre, Aldow Enterprise Park, Manchester, Lancashire, M12 6AE
Syntech Recruitment has been assigning job seekers for various permanent and contract assignments for over 13 years. The company is a registered member of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies. They work with employers in the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Engineering & Manufacturing, and Electronics sectors. Operating nationwide, they often hire staff for a wide range of roles, including Quality Inspector and Warehouse Operative.
22-24 Park Street, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3PL
GTS International Ltd is an independent recruitment organisation that offers permanent and contract placements, as well as talent mapping and executive search. They specialise in recruiting for the Digital Transformation and Technology industry, but they also work in areas like Banking and Finance, Electronics, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Space. The company is based in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, and was created in the year 2020.
124 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
Grace Fredericks Recruitment is an agency that supplies talent resources to the Life Science, Finance and Engineering markets. They provide temporary, contract, and permanent talents to clients and opportunities as well as CV assistance to candidates. The agency operates worldwide including in the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia. They typically recruit candidates such as Quality Engineers, Finance Managers, Epidemiologists, Accountants, and Design Engineers.
15-17 Middle Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 1AL
Evodia Limited is an independent recruitment consultancy consisting of three different brands: Evodia Resourcing, covering Engineering, Science, Analytics and Technology, Evodia Consulting, covering Project, Programme and Portfolio Management, and Evodia Comms, covering Communications Support Service for Government and Technology agencies. They were incorporated in 1997 and have sites in Farnham and Gloucester. They have an ISO 9001 certification.
8 St George's Yard, Castle Street, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7LW
SASTeam is a technical recruitment consultancy that supports permanent, contract, and temporary appointments across the Rail, Automotive, and Aerospace markets, and among other industry sectors. They specialise in a number of areas including Design & Development, Test, Systems Engineering, Component Engineering, Project Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Engineering. SASTeam is located in London.
15 Unwin Avenue, Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 9RG
Datasource is an agency that matches contract and permanent candidates with clients within the IT, Engineering, Business Operations and Support, Digital and Technical Consultancy, and Management Consultancy sectors. The agency is Investors in People Gold and ISO 9001:2015 accredited, and they were also awarded the Family Business of the Year award in 2019. They recruit for IT Engineers, Security Analysts, C++ Developers, 3D Designers, and more.
83 Promenade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1PJ
Rotech Global is an executive search agency that performs contingent and retained searches. They work with clients that are looking to fill mid to senior-level industrial roles. They've worked with many companies, like SKF, SPX, Sulzer, Rexroth, Eriks, Gould Pumps, and AVT. They operate across a variety of sectors including Medical Devices, Aerospace & Defence, Pharmaceutical, and more.
25-27 Otley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS6 3AA
Time Interim places senior management and board level talent into businesses requiring contract and interim support. With consultants experienced in Engineering, HR, IT and more, they manage appointments in Energy, Defence, Infrastructure, Transport and Government. Their track record involves aiding an international infrastructure company seeking a specialist interim leader on short notice. They are based in Bourne End and were founded in 2003.
8 The First Floor The Courtyard Furlong Road, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, SL8 5AU
Apex Talent Solutions Ltd, located in Chichester, focuses on recruitment in Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Construction, Defence and Manufacturing internationally. Since they began in 2018, they have made over 700 successful placements and amassed a client portfolio that includes Airbus, NHS and Tata. Besides hiring for permanent, temporary to permanent, and interim roles, they also conduct assessments, background checks and onboarding assistance.
The Grain Store, Carthagena Farm, Bell Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 7HY
Perfect Candidate has experience in meeting the staffing needs of a number of markets nationwide, such as Aerospace, Defence, Energy, Industrial, Motorsport, and Transportation. The privately-owned agency hires professionals for c-suite and executive assignments. They also cater to various fields, including Distribution & Manufacturing, Finance, Operations & Logistics, Procurement & Purchasing, and Sales & Business Development.
Goodwood House, Blackbrook Park Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2PX
A multi-disciplinary talent recruitment entity, Sundridge Search, places qualified candidates for various permanent assignments. Their specialism lies in covering the Aerospace & Defence, Automotive, Construction, Electrical, Electronics, Fluid Power & Hydraulics, Manufacturing, Material Testing, Oil & Gas, Renewable & Offshore, and Space markets nationwide. Headquartered in Leeds, they also place Sales professionals in the mentioned verticals.
25 Swithens Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 0BU
Bolt Staffing Solutions has been working across numerous markets including, but not limited to, Customer Service, Sales, Help Desk, Office Support, Clerical, Call Centre, Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance Tech and Warehouse & Distribution since 2021. Partnering with public and private organisations of all sizes, they work on permanent, temporary and contract qualified, professional and skilled staffing needs. They are located in Wigton.
20 New Street, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9AL
Inspired Recruitment Ltd has experience in providing staffing services for a broad range of industries nationwide and overseas. They have been finding candidates for various permanent, temporary, and contract vacancies for over 20 years. The recruitment agency covers the following sectors: Aerospace, Automotive, Defence, Engineering, IT & Communication, Manufacturing, and Web Development.
Floor 4 St Christopher House, 217, Wellington Road, Stockport, Cheshire, SK2 6NG
Since 1981, Redline has offered an extensive area of recruitment expertise across numerous sectors. Located in Butterfield, they have a team of over 65 expert consultants offering permanent, contract, interim, and executive search solutions. They are winners of the 10th Annual IRP Awards.
230 The Village, Butterfield, Great Marlings, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 8DL
Ceema Recruitment caters to the Aerospace, Transport, Defence, Pharmaceutical, Renewable Energy, Automotive and Science sectors. Established in 1981, the agency deals with clients and candidates across the UK and internationally from their office in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire.
4 The Omega Centre, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8QB
A Defence and Security-focused talent sourcing company, Benchmark Search places personnel in an array of appointments at all levels. Working across the UK, USA, EMEA, and Asia, they also cover Hospitality & Retail, Infrastructure, and Law sectors. With a team based in London, the firm aids in filling various roles, such as general management and senior-level assignments.
33 St James Square, The Strand, London, SW1Y 4JS
Peppermint Recruitment is an independent agency that supports companies within the Aerospace/Defence, Automotive, Electronics, Engineering, Manufacturing, and IT sectors by providing manpower solutions. They are available to meet or talk at a short notice, and they cover permanent vacancies. With over 20 years of recruitment experience, Peppermint works with clients, including OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers.
3 Berrington Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1NB
Millbank Group are experts that provide specialist staffing support to the Automation, Automotive, Built Environment & Infrastructure, Nuclear, Water, Rail, Process, Oil & Gas, and Energy sectors. Established in 1985, they place professionals in permanent and contract placements from their offices in Cheshire. A member of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo), Millbank Group is accredited by the ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Millbank House, Northway, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 2SX
Holt Executive Recruitment Ltd specialises in placing professionals in various permanent and contract roles nationwide. From their offices in Bournemouth, they help fill vacancies in the Space & Satellite, Aerospace & Aviation, Defence & Government, Telecom & IT Services, and Maritime sectors.
First Floor, 8-10 Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 3NA
The Dove Partnership delivers personnel to the Accounts, Property, HR, IT, Logistics, and Marketing Industries. The company is based in Hertfordshire, was established in 2003, and has also been recruiting candidates for the Commercial and Industrial sectors. Some roles they recruit for include Facilities Support Operative, Junior Construction Admin, and Accounts Admin Assistant.
Millars Three, Southmill Road, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3DH
We offer Specialised Recruitment for Security-Cleared Engineering & Technical Staff in Defence, Manufacturing, Nuclear, Marine, At FINTEC recruit, we provide security-cleared engineering and technical personnel to support your business's critical operations in Defence, Manufacturing, Nuclear, Marine, Shipping, and Logistics sectors. With expertise in recruiting for both interim and permanent roles, we serve clients in Scotland and across the UK
5 South Charlotte Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH2 4AN
Alfen is a specialist Technology recruitment company headquartered in Dulwich and founded in 2015. Sourcing applicants from graduates up to c-suite executives, they handle permanent and contract assignments across Development, Testing, Infrastructure, Technical Writing.
Unit D235, Park Hall Road, Dulwich, London, SE21 8DE
Morgan Ryder Associates provides staffing solutions for clients in the Manufacturing, Engineering and third-party Logistics industry. Formed in 2002, the agency offers temporary and permanent recruitment in sectors such as Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Rail systems, Precision Engineering, FMCG, Waste Processing, Packaging, Warehousing, CPI, Pharmaceutical, Capital Equipment and Construction. They are based in Liverpool and work across the UK.
3 Paramount Business Park, Liverpool, Merseyside, L36 6AW
iPlace is a provider of talent management solutions to an array of markets nationwide and globally. These include Automotive, Engineering, Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing & Creative, Pharmaceuticals, Real Estate, and Sales. For over 16 years, the firm has been assigning personnel to a plethora of positions at all levels. They were recognised as a Great Place to Work in 2019 and affiliated with the American Staffing Association.
Kemp House, 124 City Road, Finsbury, London, EC1V 2NX
First Recruitment Group is a global agency that provides services for Nuclear, Power, Oil & Gas, Aerospace & Defence, Construction, Rail, Water, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Commercial and Technology vacancies. They cover both contract and permanent roles. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Cheshire.
Parry House, Birchwood Boulevard, Warrington, Cheshire, WA3 7QU
Arlington Recruitment offers tailor-made recruitment solutions to clients based in Slough and surrounding areas. Conceived in 2000, the agency covers Administration, Sales and Finance. Examples of roles they recruit for include Tax Accountant, Sales Manager, Management Accountant, Trust Lawyer and Receptionist.
Herschel House, 58 Herschel Street, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 1PG
Acorn Recruitment is a multi-faceted consultancy established in 1992 for various areas including, but not limited to, Aerospace & Defence, Energy, and Life Sciences. With 600 branches worldwide, they have experience in supplying employees for permanent, temporary and contract jobs, in addition to confidential executive search services and international placements. In the UK, they have offices in Newport and nearly 20 other locations.
Ground Floor Suite, Commercial Office 1, Brunel Way Offices, Baglan Energy Park, Baglan, Neath Port Talbot, SA11 2FP
Our recruitment experts prioritise excellent partnerships and provide outstanding opportunities, ensuring the hiring process is stress-free. Our consultants do the groundwork to provide you with the perfect candidates for your vacancies. Our dedicated team collaborate and utilise their knowledge and skills to deliver great value with the highest quality talent.
Unit 3, Hatherton Court, Walsall, West Midlands, WS4 2LA
NRL is a Wigan-based specialist agency for the Engineering industry. It focuses on Nuclear; Renewables; Conventional Power; Advanced Facilities; Built Environment; Defence; Infrastructure; Oil, Gas and Petrochemical; and Transmission and Distribution. Established at Sellafield in 1983, they won Best Contractor Recruitment Agency at The Contracting Awards 2019, and Recruitment Company of the Year at the APSCo Awards for Excellence 2015.
The Old Lodge, Main Street, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2DB
Your specialist partner for fast, efficient, and cost-effective permanent recruitment solutions. Our mission is to accelerate your success while saving you time and money. With our expertise in headhunting and recruitment, we are dedicated to finding top-quality staff who not only meet but exceed your business needs.
Church Road, Parkstone, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0NQ
Demob Job, located in South Shields, recruits ex-Military personnel nationwide for permanent opportunities in Automotive, Engineering, Education, Health & Safety, Manufacturing & Production, IT and more. Since their foundation in 2005, their successful candidate portfolio includes individuals who have previously served the British Army Infantry, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force. They are a member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation.
South Shields Business Works, Henry Robson Way, Station Road, South Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE33 1RF
A Company built on foundations of Traditional Ethics but with a Modern View. Xceed Recruitment is a leading Multi-Sector Organisation supplying both temporary and permanent recruitment solutions nationwide. We understand that the modern workplace has evolved significantly over the past decade, Meaning our clients needs and requirements from us have also changed. We greet every role with a flexible attitude to create the perfect bespoke solution.
1ST Floor, Meadowbank House, Oldham, Lancashire, OL9 8EH