Glen Callum Automotive Recruitment

24/06/2026

Kayleigh Bradley is holding the next Open Diary Friday later this week.
Are you wondering if it would be useful for you to take part?
Check out Glen Shepherd's article summarising the advice he gave at last months Open Diary Friday.
https://glencallum.co.uk/open-diary-friday-takeaways/

Like what you’ve read?
There’s still time to book onto Kayleigh’s Open Diary Friday (26th June).
(click the link in the comments below)

With an open forum allowing employers & candidates the ability to ask any question they want. Glen noticed some interesting trends emerging.

24/06/2026

We’re Hiring: Field Service Engineer – Premium Automotive Equipment
(Job Ref: 4317KB)

Looking for a hands‑on engineering role with variety, independence, and a premium brand behind you? This field‑based position covers Northern England & Scotland, working with high‑quality automotive equipment and enjoying a mix of on‑site service work plus one office/home‑office day each week.

- Typical earnings around £37k (base + bonus)
- Fully equipped company van
- Tax‑free lunch allowance
- Monday–Friday only
- Premium product training & ongoing support

Perfect for mechanically, electrically, or hydraulically skilled engineers - whether you’re from automotive, construction, agricultural, off‑highway, marine, or capital equipment backgrounds.

If you enjoy solving problems on site, managing your own day, and delivering great customer service, this could be your ideal next step.
Send your CV to Kayleigh Bradley - [email protected] or call 07908 893621.

24/06/2026

Career‑Defining Leadership Opportunity – Managing Director (Designate)
📍Midlands | Coventry • Leicester • Birmingham • Northampton
🔹JOB REF: 4355GS

Are you a standout senior sales leader in a manufacturer‑to‑distributor environment, ready to take the leap into full MD responsibility?
Our client - a high‑growth international tech manufacturer is searching for an ambitious commercial leader to fast‑track into the UK Managing Director role. This is your chance to scale an established UK operation with serious momentum, innovative products and a strong field sales team behind you.

What you’ll bring:
• Proven success across manufacturer → distributor → trade/pro user channels
• Commercial sharpness and exceptional sales leadership
• Growth mindset with the gravitas to lead a £multi‑million UK business
• Degree‑educated and ready to accelerate your career trajectory

What’s on offer:
- £100k–£120k + bonus + car allowance
- Fast‑track to MD (£150k+ trajectory)
- Full mentoring & succession support
- Autonomy within a dynamic international group

You’ll need to be able to commute daily to Rugby HQ.

For a confidential chat, contact Glen Shepherd -
📞 07977 266309
📧 [email protected]

23/06/2026

We’re Hiring: Technical Sales Representative – Automotive Equipment
(Job Ref: 4347KB)

If you’re mechanically minded, commercially driven, and love being out in the field, this is a standout opportunity to join the UK’s #1 brand in premium automotive equipment.
Covering the Southeast, you’ll be representing a market leader with a loyal customer base, strong pipeline, and a reputation for quality. Perfect for someone from automotive, bodyshop, garage tools, or technical capital equipment sales who’s ready to level up.

- Competitive salary + strong commission
- Company car
- Career growth with a respected national brand
- Long-term customer partnerships
- Hands-on demos, installations & training

If you’re enthusiastic, customer-focused, and keen to build a long-term career in technical sales, let’s talk.
Apply to Kayleigh Bradley
📧 [email protected]
📞 07908 893621

23/06/2026

We’re Hiring: Mobile Car Body Repair Technician / SMART Repair Technician
(Job Ref: 4244RCA)

Ready to take your repair skills on the road? Join an award‑winning automotive repair business with over 25 years of excellence and a reputation for investing in its people.
We’re expanding across Newport, Hereford & Cardiff and looking for talented technicians who take pride in top‑tier workmanship.
💷 £40,000–£45,000 basic + uncapped bonus (OTE £50k+)
🚐 Fully equipped company van
📈 Genuine career progression
🎓 Ongoing training & development
🏆 Join a respected national brand

If you’re experienced in SMART repair, paintwork, dent removal or bodyshop repairs - and want more freedom, variety and earning potential - this is your next move.

Apply today: Contact Robert Cox
📧 [email protected]
📞 07398 204832

22/06/2026

Now Hiring: Homologation & Compliance Manager – Automotive
(Job Ref: 4352RC)

If you’re the go‑to expert for vehicle homologation, type approval, CoP, and automotive compliance, this one’s worth your attention.
A rapidly growing automotive manufacturer is looking for a hands-on specialist to own all approvals, certification, and quality systems while working closely with Engineering and Production on new vehicle development. High influence, real impact, and long-term progression are all on the table.

📍 Ideal base: South Yorkshire (Rotherham, Sheffield, Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Doncaster, Huddersfield, Barnsley, Chesterfield, Mansfield)
💼 Salary: £55K–£75K + benefits

Interested?
Contact Robert Cox at Glen Callum Associates:
📞 07398 204832
📧 [email protected]

22/06/2026

Google 5⭐ Review!

A candidate Kayleigh placed recently posted an amazing 5‑star Google review.

Well done Kayleigh Bradley! 👏👏

Supporting people through their job search is a privilege, and feedback like this means a lot to the team.

We wish Richard every success in his new position.

22/06/2026

Senior Commercial Analyst – Pricing & Product Data
📍 Northampton | Hybrid
💼 Job Ref: 4321RCK

Ready to turn complex data into commercial impact?
We’re looking for a sharp, commercially minded analyst to take ownership of pricing, product data and reporting across a diverse product portfolio. If you love improving processes, influencing strategy and making data mean something, this role puts you right at the heart of decision‑making.
You don’t need industry experience - just strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, confidence with large datasets and the drive to challenge the status quo.

If you’ve worked in pricing, commercial analysis, category, BI or any product‑led environment, this could be your next big move.

Interested?
Contact Robert Cox at Glen Callum Associates:
📧 [email protected] or 📞 07398 204832.

21/06/2026

We are recruiting an International Export Sales Manager
📍 Central UK base: Oxfordshire / Northants / Bucks
(Job Ref: 4360GS)

A rare opportunity to join a highly respected automotive aftermarket business, driving both UK and international growth through established and emerging distribution networks. If you have a proven background in sales or business development within the aftermarket - and the capability to build strong relationships with national wholesalers, export partners and specialist trade customers - this role offers genuine long‑term stability and progression.

Experience across 4x4, performance parts, classic, or wider aftermarket distribution is advantageous, but your commercial mindset, ambition and ability to spot opportunities will set you apart.
International travel, major industry events and a supportive, inclusive culture all come as part of the package.

📧 To apply, contact Glen Shepherd - [email protected]

21/06/2026

Thinking about your next move in the automotive aftermarket?

People tell us they value that we’re:
🔹Specialists in the automotive aftermarket
🔹Well‑connected and trusted across the industry
🔹Ethical recruiters who put people first
🔹REC accredited and active members of the IAAF
🔹Backed by a strong network of aftermarket employers
🔹Highly rated, with over 150 five‑star Google reviews

Because we speak to aftermarket businesses and candidates every day, we see hiring trends in real time, and we use that lived experience to help you make confident decisions about your next step.

If you’d like a confidential conversation about your plans or the current market, we’re always happy to talk.
📧 [email protected] 📞01384 485274