Lee Powell

Lee Powell

Senior Delivery Consultant
01453 829530 I 07889 594486
Lee Powell

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As a Senior Technical Consultant, I partner with engineering businesses across the UK, using deep industry knowledge to identify and attract top talent for hard‑to‑fill roles. I pride myself on strong process management, a consultative approach, and the ability to build trusted relationships at every level — from engineers on the shop floor to senior decision‑makers. Alongside my technical expertise, I bring well‑developed account management skills, ensuring clients receive consistent communication, tailored support, and a recruitment experience that is smooth, structured, and aligned with their goals.

Experience & Background

I am an experienced Recruitment Consultant who thrives on the challenge of analysing technically complex roles and developing effective solutions for clients. With a particular focus on electrical, electronic, and mechanical engineering disciplines, I support businesses in securing specialist talent across a wide range of vacancy types.

Typical roles I recruit include:

·         Design Engineers

·         Project Engineers

·         Electronic Engineers

·         Applications Engineers

·         Systems Engineers

·         Controls Engineers

·         Mechanical Engineers

·         Electrical Engineers

My background before recruitment was in town planning, where I supported major planning applications for homebuilders. This experience strengthened my analytical thinking, communication skills, and stakeholder management — all of which now underpin my work in technical recruitment and client account management.

Today, I combine technical understanding with a solutions‑led mindset, ensuring clients receive insight, reliability, and a partnership approach that supports long‑term success.

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I became a PADI‑qualified scuba diver through a training programme on the Great Barrier Reef and along Australia’s East Coast — an experience that taught me resilience, focus, and a love for adventure.

Jobs posted by Lee Powell

Posted

Production Planner
Supply Chain
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
£45k - 50k per year
Permanent

Production Planner

Gloucestershire

Permanent

Engineering /Aerospace

Circa £50,000

 

Share Option / Pension / Potential for Hybrid working

 

THE ROLE - Production Planner

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly expanding and growing business in Gloucestershire as a Production Planner, given autonomy and responsibility to own this area.

You will be responsible for analysing and managing production schedules, monitoring current inventory levels and establishing robust standardised planning processes to ensure day-to-day project delivery.

You'll be supporting a multi-site operation that is growing rapidly and will be accountable for successful delivery across those sites.

 

DUTIES - Production Planner

Define and establish robust, standardised planning processes.Collaborate closely with procurement, engineering and manufacturingAnalyse customer forecasts and production requirementsEstablish material demand and capacity needs.Own the production schedule for 2 sites.Monitor work center capacity in MRP.Issue the weekly Work to List to Production at each site.Generate manufacturing Works Orders from MRPEnsure optimal production method is used when raising them.Monitor inventory levels to maintain efficient business operation.Recommend and maintain stock levels on purchased components.

 

BACKGROUND - Production Planner

Proven experience in a manufacturing environment.Able to define and set up processes.Strong ERP / MRP systems usage.Solid production planning capability.Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsClear, direct communication skillsFull UK Driving licence (multi-site cover)

 

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For more information about this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Production Planner, Buyer, Planning Manager, Planning Lead, Material Planner, Master scheduler, Senior Planner, Demand Planner, Senior Supply chain, Procurement specialist, Supply chain specialist, Scheduler and similar will be suitable for this job.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Electronic Design Engineer
Aerospace & Defence
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
£50k - 55k per year
Permanent

Electronic Design Engineer

Permanent Opportunity

Aerospace / Engineering

Wolverhampton

£50,000 - £55,000

 

The Role - Electronic Design Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Electronic Design Engineer to join our client’s team at in the development of Production equipment to support engineering.

You’ll need to be experienced in PCB and general electronic design ideally within an environment supporting the development of products and machinery.

You’ll ideally have core experience in analogue electronics and be comfortable leading on

 

Duties - Electronic Design Engineer

Design analogue and digital electronic solutions.Design and integration of electronic and electrical solutions into systems.Full lifecycle development of products from an electronic perspective.Support the definition of electronic/ electrical solutions in the creation of proposals.Prepare and release documentation in support of engineering process.Research into upcoming technological developments.

 

Background - Electronic Design Engineer

Bachelor’s degree - Electronic/ Electrical EngineeringExperience of complex analogue and digital electronics design.Experience of the design and manufacture of industrial machines.Knowledge of Safety Related Equipment, PLCs and Motor Drive systems.Electronic/ electrical fault-finding experience.Low Level Programming (C++, Visual Basic)

 

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For more information about this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Electronic Design Engineer, Electronic Engineer, Test Development Engineer, Associate Electronic Design Engineer, Development Engineer, Electronic Designer.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Quality Engineer
Aerospace & Defence
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Permanent

Quality Engineer

Permanent Opportunity

Aerospace / Production / Manufacturing

Gloucester

 

The Role - Quality Engineer

We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join our client’s team at their state-of-the-art facility based in Gloucester on a permanent basis.

Our client manufacture composite engineering products for global application in the Aerospace, Space, Defence and Motorsport sectors.

This is an all-round quality engineering position with ownership of the Quality Management System, supplier quality and corrective action planning all included.

You'll need to be comfortable in a rapidly evolving business which scaling quickly.

 

Duties - Quality Engineer

Develop, implement and maintain procedures that ensure quality standardisation.

Undertake root cause analysis and implement corrective actionsRecommend improvements that reduce defects, raise quality and increase efficiency.Maintain inspection, audit, test and corrective action records (including FAIR and ISIR)Run internal audits against quality standards and regulatory requirements.Work with suppliers so materials and components meet standardsTrain production staff on quality standards, tools and techniques.Work with engineering to feed quality learnings back into product development.Analyse defect rates, returns and other quality data.

 

Background - Quality Engineer

Experience in general root cause analysis & Six SigmaExperience of working with AS9100 QMSKnowledge and practical experience with FMEA.Hands on experience with quality testing & inspection tools.Effective communication internally and externally.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 

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For more information about this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Lead, Senior Quality Engineer, QA Engineer, Quality compliance Engineer or Quality Manager may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

 

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Project Manager
Aerospace & Defence
Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Permanent

Project Manager

Gloucestershire (Onsite)

Aerospace / Advanced Manufacturing

Permanent

 

The Role - Project Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and confident Project Manager to join a rapidly scaling Aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire.

You will be responsible for managing projects through the full project lifecycle, taking responsibility for budgets, delivery, and stakeholder management for complex engineering projects.

You'll need to be comfortable working in an evolving and scaling business, whilst working closely with global OEMs in the aerospace and defence sector.

 

Duties - Project Manager

Developing detailed project plans, setting timelines, defining milestones.Coordinating and overseeing cross-functional teams.Managing project budgets, monitoring expenditure and identifying cost-saving activitiesActing as the main point of contact for internal & external stakeholdersIdentifying potential project risks & implementing mitigation strategies.Implementing Lessons Learnt to improve continuous improvement and innovation.Developing standardised project management processes to support function growth.

 

Background - Project Manager

Project management within manufacturing, engineering or technical environmentExperience in aerospace, defence or space.A track record of running multiple projects concurrentlyCommercial awareness across budgets, cost and planning.Excellent use of MS Project, Excel and PowerPoint.Obtained PM qualifications (APM, PMP or PRINCE2)Exposure to AS9100 and OEM customer-specific programme requirements

 

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For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Project Lead, Programme Manager, Project Engineer, Senior Project Manager, Associate Project Manager, Project Coordinator may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

 

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

CNC Miller (Nights)
Advanced Manufacturing
Derby, Derbyshire, England
£59,787.43 - 59,787.43 per year
Permanent

Job Title: CNC Setter Operator- Milling

Industry: Aerospace

Location: Derby

Employment: Permanent

Salary: £59,787.4368 per annum per annum (inclusive of 33% shift)

 

Shift: Weekday Nights

Pattern: Mon - Thurs (6.00pm - 6.00am)

 

The Role - CNC Setter Operator

Join our leading aerospace engineering client's team in Derby and contribute to cutting-edge precision machined component development.

As a CNC Machinist (Milling), you'll play a key role in machining complex components for advanced aircraft systems, working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Due to Security restrictions, all candidates must currently hold British citizenship.

 

Duties - CNC Setter Operator

Produce accurate, high-quality components with maximum efficiencyCompetently set and operate CNC machinesWork to tight tolerances and check your own work meets the required standardTo work on your own initiative and understand all aspects of the manufacturing processQuality check all finished jobsClean and maintain CNC machine and all associated equipment and machine area.

 

Background - CNC Setter Operator

Engineering apprenticeship OR significant experienceAble to Set and Operate Milling machines.Experience of milling machines - 3 or 5 Axis  Able to interpret engineering drawingsAble to self-inspect work using various inspection techniques

 

Benefits - CNC Setter Operator

25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays. (33 total)Life Assurance: 3 x annual salary

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send copy of your CV to [email protected]

Professional currently working as CNC Machinist, Miller Machinists, Mill Turn Machinists, CNC Turner, CNC Setter Operator, CNC Programmers or similar may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Production Team Leader
Advanced Manufacturing
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
£37,732 per year
Permanent

Production Team Leader

Tewkesbury

Permanent

£34,300 + 10% shift uplift (£37,732)

AM/PM shift rotation

 

The Role - Production Team Leader

We have an excellent opportunity for a Production Team Leader to join a prominent manufacturing business in the Tewkesbury area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong people manager who is passionate about safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

You’ll deputise for the Production Manager, and be responsible for leading day-to-day production activities, driving KPI performance, developing your team, and ensuring products are delivered effectively.

 

Duties - Production Team Leader

Support factory planning activities.Oversee a team of circa 15 operators.Deputise for the Production Manager when required.Ensure production KPIs and achieved.Create solutions to production challenges and bottlenecks.Plan labour requirements and proactively address resourcing concerns.Ensure daily production output is accurately recorded and reported.Carry out appraisals and performance reviews.Lead root cause analysis activities.Support continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.Ensure compliance with customer, quality, and industry standards.

 

Background - Production Team Leader

Previous experience within a manufacturing environment.Proven leadership or line management experience.Strong understanding of health and safetyExcellent organisational and planning skills.Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and lead teams effectively.Continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset.

 

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send your CV to [email protected].

Candidates who are currently a Team Leader, Production Supervisor, Production Team Leader, Engineering Supervisor, Production Coordinator or similar may be suitable for this role.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field, please visit www.omegaresource.co.uk.

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Assembler
Advanced Manufacturing
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England
£13.50 - 13.50 per hour
Contract

Assembly Operative

Staverton, Gloucester

Manufacturing, Electronics

Temp (3 months)

£13.50 per hour

 

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Production Assembler to join an established manufacturing business ideally situated between Gloucester and Cheltenham.

You'll ideally have prior experience in manufacturing, however other comparable experience will be considered.

 

Duties

Assemble various electrical assemblies from kits issued to youAssemble various mechanical sub-assemblies from kits issued to you.Combining electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies into completed product.Runs basic tests on completed units in your work area.Pack finished and tested products into specific packaging systems.Record test results and keep a detailed log using company databaseEnsure good house keeping ensuring working area is tidy and organised

 

Background

Assembly ExperienceA Strong team player I.T. Literate

 

For more information regarding this role please call Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or to make an application apply online directly or email [email protected] 

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy. Omega Resource Group is a technical and engineering specialist agency and we also recruit for Mechanical Assemblers, Electrical Assemblers, Electronic Assemblers, Assembly Operatives, Assemblers, Manufacturing Operatives, Production Operatives and more.

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Facilities Manager
Facilities Management
Gloucestershire, England
£55k - 60k per year
Permanent

Facilities Manager

Gloucestershire

Aerospace / Advanced Manufacturing

Permanent

£55,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

 

The Role - Facilities Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Facilities Leader to join a rapidly scaling Aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire as Facilities Manager.

You will be responsible for multi-site buildings, infrastructure, and the day-to-day running of these sites, all conveniently located within easy geographical reach of each other.

You'll need to be comfortable working in an evolving and growing business, with facilities development being a core component of that growth.

 

Duties - Facilities Manager

Planning and delivering customer fit-outs, machine installations, and site layouts.Scope Project facilities out, appoint and manage contractors to undertake any work.Control budgets and timelines for both project facilities and core facilities.Building and running the planned preventative maintenanceSelecting, inducting and managing the contractors who work on sitesNegotiating facilities contracts across all areas.Reporting clear facilities KPIs to the management team.

 

Background - Facilities Manager

Proven facilities management experience within manufacturing environments.A track record of delivering on new facilities and their development.Strong project management skillsKnowledge of utilities, HVAC, compressed air, electrical and mechanical plants.Experience managing facilities budgets and service contracts.Confidence selecting and managing contractors and holding them to contractual terms.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work across multiple sites (all within 45 mins of Gloucestershire)

 

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For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Facilities Manager, Facilities Lead, Senior Facilities Engineer, Site Manager, Building Managers, Facilities Maintenance Manager or similar may be suitable for this role.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Head of Quality
Aerospace & Defence
Gloucestershire, England
Market related
Permanent

Head of Quality

Gloucestershire

Aerospace / Advanced Manufacturing

Permanent

 

The Role - Head of Quality

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Quality professional to join a rapidly scaling Aerospace engineering business in Gloucestershire as Head of Quality.

In this position you will be responsible for heading up the entire UK quality function including owning the AS9100 QMS, overseeing product quality and inspection, industrialisation, and both supplier & customer quality issues.

You'll need to be comfortable working in an evolving business with growth and change management a key aspect as the business scales up.

Key to this role will be your core experience within the aerospace sector and the understanding of the key regulatory requirements.

 

Duties - Head of Quality

Owning the Quality Management System end to endLead internal audits, management reviews, and front external auditsOverseeing inspection, testing and release of aerospace components and assembliesDrive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)Leading quality planning for new programmes through FAIR, APQP and PPAPWork with Purchasing and Supply Chain to keep suppliers compliantBuilding and mentoring quality capability across the business.Set and direct continuous improvement mentality within the team.Primary quality contact for customers, regulatory agencies and certification bodies

 

Background - Head of Quality

Deep understanding and experience with AS9100.Background leading AS9100 Quality Management SystemAerospace manufacturing experience essentialBackground with aerospace regulatory requirementsStrong background with FAIR, APQP, & PPAPExperience with root cause analysis tools.Proven ability to lead audits and manage corrective action systemsStrong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills

 

OMEGA

For more information on this role, please contact Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Quality Directors, Quality Managers, QA Managers, Head of QA, Quality Leads, Quality Engineering Managers, Head of Quality Engineering, Quality Assurance Managers or similar may be suitable.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.

Posted

Assembler
Advanced Manufacturing
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
£13.50 - 13.50 per hour
Contract

Assembler

Staverton, Gloucester

Manufacturing, Electronics

Contract - 3 Months

£13.50 per hour

 

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Production Assembler to join an established non corporate manufacturing business ideally situated between Gloucester and Cheltenham.

You'll ideally have prior experience in manufacturing, however other comparable experience will be considered.

 

Duties

Assemble various electrical assemblies from kits issued to youAssemble various mechanical sub-assemblies from kits issued to you.Combining electrical and mechanical sub-assemblies into completed product.Runs basic tests on completed units in your work area.Pack finished and tested products into specific packaging systems.Record test results and keep a detailed log using company databaseEnsure good house keeping ensuring working area is tidy and organised

Background

Assembly ExperienceA Strong team player I.T. Literate

For more information regarding this role please call Lee Powell on 01453 829530 or to make an application apply online directly or email [email protected] 

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy. Omega Resource Group is a technical and engineering specialist agency and we also recruit for Mechanical Assemblers, Electrical Assemblers, Electronic Assemblers, Assembly Operatives, Assemblers, Manufacturing Operatives, Production Operatives and more.

Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process.