Obsidian Global Sourcing

Welcome to Obsidian Global Sourcing: Your Premier Recruitment Partner for the Engineering & Manufacturing Sectors.
Obsidian Global Sourcing stands as a dedicated, expert technical recruitment agency, offering an unparalleled 360-degree recruitment and consulting service to Engineering & Manufacturing companies, Professionals and Educational Institutes not only in the UK but across the globe.

Previously Alexandrite Recruitment

Why Choose Us..

A Vast Network Of Experience

With almost two decades of combined industry experience and specialised knowledge, we pride ourselves on delivering a “right first time” service.

Our extensive network and vast candidate database, coupled with access to thousands more across various platforms, ensure that we can secure the finest local talent for your business, and have an enviable reputation for succeeding where others have failed.

Building Relationships

Whether you’re an employer seeking top-tier talent or a job seeker searching for the perfect fit from your next career move, Obsidian Global Sourcing is here to be your trusted Recruitment Partner. We strongly believe that the key to success lies in long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships, which is why we place our clients and candidates at the heart of everything we do, working with you every step of the way.

Employers

We offer comprehensive employer services designed to meet your staffing needs and drive business success.

Job Seekers

We specialise in connecting talented professionals with leading companies across the globe, ensuring both candidates and businesses achieve their full potential

Education Providers

We’re primed to aid businesses in proactively engaging with colleges, facilitating apprentice and student integration, and navigating the terrain of apprenticeship funding.

No matter your type of business,

we’ve got you covered…

With Obsidian Global Sourcing by your side, you can be confident your needs will be met, regardless of your business type.

From entry-level Assembly Operatives, Machinists, and Welders to Degree-educated Design & Project Engineers, Production Managers, and Senior Executives, we’ve catered to diverse industries including Food & Beverage, FMCG, Agriculture, Aerospace & Defence, Biotech, Automotive, Precision/CNC Engineering, Fabrication & Welding, Chemical Processing, Heavy Engineering, HGV/Transport, Textiles, Pharmaceutical, Scientific Instruments, Energy, Oil & Gas, Renewables, Aggregates, Port Services and many others.

Partner with Obsidian Global Sourcing today and let us help drive your business, your career or your educational institute toward even greater success!

Supporting Your Non-Operational Needs…

Manufacturing business? Fear not, because we’ve got you covered there too.

Obsidian Global Sourcing specialises in sourcing these types of talented individuals across various sectors, ensuring they possess the precise skills and experience required to meet your industry-specific needs.

From Material Planners/Controllers to Procurement & Purchasing, Office Managers to HR Managers/Administrators, IT, Facilities Management, Sales/Business Development and all vital Accounts and Finance Functions, we’re equipped to provide the perfect fit for every role.

Bridging Education and Industry: Empowering Mutual Growth

At Obsidian Global Sourcing, we leverage our extensive experience within the FE/HE education sector to foster strong connections between businesses and educational institutions. By helping companies make contact with local colleges and educational institutes, we can facilitate the onboarding of apprentices and the upskilling of the existing workforce, not only supporting the local college and the wider community, but also ensuring you maintain a skilled and effective workforce.

In the near future we plan to expand our presence in this area, with the aim of inspiring children from early education through to high school, setting them on career paths in engineering or manufacturing. By serving as a vital link between education and the practical application of Engineering and related skills, we aim to contribute to the betterment of society in collaboration with key industry professionals who share our values.

Conversely, we also specialise in helping colleges connect with businesses and expand their industry networks.

Through planning employer link events, targeted email and social media campaigns, and strategic phone inquiries, we ensure educational institutions can engage effectively with potential industry partners.

Additionally, our expertise in marketing and industry insights helps colleges attract new student cohorts and optimise their curriculum to meet industry demands.

By facilitating these connections, we empower educational institutions to offer relevant programs that enhance student employability and drive mutual growth for both the education and business sectors.