Engineering & Technical Recruitment

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Bridging the Engineering Skills Gap

With the manufacturing sector growing rapidly, experienced engineers are in higher demand than ever. However, the rigorous training required for these roles has created significant skills shortages, leaving many businesses struggling to find the talent they need in time. At Clever Fish, we combine innovative networking strategies with deep industry knowledge to help you find not just quality candidates, but the ideal candidates for your business.

Our engineering and manufacturing department continues to invest in developing our candidate onboarding and filtering processes as well as expanding our network across the UK. We are uniquely placed to understand industry trends, and our experienced team understand that this trajectory is more important than ever in delivering the service levels that our clients rely on.

Adam Dyson

Clever Fish combines years of experience with a deep understanding of the unique requirements of the engineering sector. We specialise in sourcing, screening, and placing highly skilled engineers, technicians, and operational staff with businesses like yours every day.

Managing recruitment in-house can be time-consuming and resource-intensive. From creating vacancies to advertising, short-listing, and interviewing candidates, the process can quickly become overwhelming. By partnering with Clever Fish, you gain access to a proven system that connects you with only the strongest, most qualified candidates for your vacancy.

      
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   Tim O’Sullivan 
 19 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Victoria and Adam have helped me with recruitment of excellent calibre people for well over 10 years. Their fast and friendly approach goes a long way to help the recruitment process and many recruits are still with my former employers and current employers.
  
 
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   Bethany Pursey 
 18 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My company and I have worked with Clever Fish Recruitment for a number of years, and I would highly recommend them to any business seeking recruitment support. Victoria and Adam are always professional, approachable, and willing to go the extra mile to help. Their expertise, responsiveness, and friendly approach make them a pleasure to work with.
  
 
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   Lee Smith 
 18 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional but personalised recruitment company. Easy to deal with and always find the right personnel for our company.
  
 
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   Mark Whittaker 
 17 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Adam for all your help, updating my CV and information.  After being self-employed for many years you were able to inspire me to be able to apply and secure  a role going forward.  I would have no hesitation in recommending your business to others.  Genuine customer care, attentive service, everything that an independent business should be.
Thank you Helen and Mark Whittaker
  
 
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   Wayne Borrett 
 16 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic service from consultation through to aftercare. Adam and Victoria have sourced multiple new hires for our business and moving forward we would not look anywhere else - would not hesitate to recommend.
  
 
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   nathan smith 
 15 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam was brilliant from start to finish. Reached out immediately when I showed interest in the role and took the time to properly brief me on the company, the position and what to expect from the interview process. He was straightforward, responsive and genuinely invested in making sure I was well prepared. Ended up securing the job — couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Thanks Adam.
  
 
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   Joe Red 
 4 June 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Clever Fish were unbelieveable helpful in advertising our role. They had a strong connection to our local community, making sure we got the best fit for our position. Couldn't recconmend them enough. Thank you
  
 
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   Shane Bannister 
 30 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Made the process very quick and easy, and was always in contact about next steps for
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   sam humpleby 
 24 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience with Clever Fish Recruitment. They were helpful throughout the process, kept me updated, and found me a job quickly. Communication was good and they made everything straightforward. Would definitely recommend
  
 
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   James chapman 
 5 May 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam is a great guy. What else can I say. He put me forward for a great job and I was a great match. I have a new job and you played a major part in it.