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Vehicle Mechanic

MB581: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Newcastle
Salary: £31,000pa
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week with overtime available
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic International Defence business who are looking to recruit multiple Vehicle Mechanics on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Newcastle depot.

The Vehicle Mechanic isn’t an ordinary Mechanic position. This position will provide an opportunity to work on some fantastic military vehicles and enhance your mechanical knowledge on the wider spectrum in addition to offering exceptional career advancement opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Service, maintain and repair vehicles components and accessories in line with company, client and/or manufacturer’s instructions.
Removal and refitting in a safe, proper and economical manner using equipment provided.
Diagnose faults and test vehicles utilising equipment available and using recognised test procedures and techniques.
Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation to the required standard.
Remain up to date with the latest vehicle technology and changes by attending Company training programmes.

Skills and Qualifications:

Fully qualified Mechanic, through a recognised formal training programme. (NVQ Level 3 at a minimum).
Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements.
High degree of attention to detail.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.

Design Engineer

MB874: Design Engineer
Location: Swindon
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 + £5,060 Car Allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave – plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a Design Engineer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To manage design consultant activities and deliverables to ensure they are completed in line with the agreed programme and Client requirements. This may include more than one consultant.
To be the technical lead for the permanent works design on the project unless an Design Manager is present.
Ensure both input and output deliverables for the design are tracked and reported to the Project/Engineering Manager as required.
Manage the Technical Queries process. Assigning actions and follow up on responses.
Manage and communicate all design queries, comments and information required from Design workshops and meetings and keep records.
Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team.
Support the Design manager to ensure all design deliverables are timeously provided as per the of design programmes.
Review Designers Monthly reports and produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design specific elements.
Manage and update the design deliverable schedule.
Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not, including reviewing of all drawing in line with the Clients Scope/requirements.
Attend interface meeting with external parties, keeping record of meeting and assign/follow up on actions related to the Design.
Arrange internal design interface meetings with construction department
Ensure compliance with design management processes required by the contract.
Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors.
Manage provision of drawings to project team – document control.
Manage the BIM requirements for permanent and temporary works together with the BIM/CAD Technician.
Assist the design lead for temporary works design packages for the project and ensure the Temporary Works Process is implement and followed at all times.
Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company.
Liaise with Designer or representative as required under the contract.
Work with Technical Services Department to ensure that Themis holds best practice in relation to design management.
Promote the business to all clients, designers and other external organisations.
Maintain contacts with Consultants, Clients, and other bodies as appropriate to represent the business demonstrating the ability to provide best value.
Assist with the recruitment of engineers, technician, at all levels, for their sector, including interviewing and identifying potential recruits from competitor companies.
Assist with the training and development of engineers’ in the sector at all levels including the attainment of professional qualifications.
Build the profile of the business in schools, universities, consultants and other external organisations.

Skills and Qualifications:

Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others.
Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties.
Exceptions know how in implementing and promote Digital Engineering practises in Design as well as construction.

Engineering Manager

MB873: Engineering Manager
Location: Swindon
Salary: £80,000 – £110,000 + £6,325 car allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave – plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Engineering Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To provide engineering support to the nominated Sectors / Projects, serving both the work winning and project delivery teams with the following key objectives.
Lead management of engineering function in the sector / region.
To incorporate innovative alternative designs, engineering methods and the latest technology into sector bids / projects offering the best possible value engineering solutions.
To be responsible for vetting pre-qualifications and tenders in allotted sectors for technical risk, to make it known to the bid team and Director and ensure that appropriate action is taken to mitigate the risk.
To ensure that projects deliver the contracted engineering requirements using the highest levels of technical expertise, efficiency and quality.
To help build the right environment so that we can recruit, develop, encourage and retain talented engineers to fulfil the present and future needs of the business.
To promote the companies’ vision and culture to present to future clients.
Ensure through their engineering teams and that all engineering process and procedures are implemented.
Provide the lead assurance role in design, construction, commissioning and handover for the projects under their responsibility.
Provide technical advice and direct help to the sector leader, our clients and contracts, including input into the preparation of sector bids and submissions.
Provide line management to all design managers working on their projects.
Review internal procedures and processes (particularly engineering) as required to ensure that they are kept up to date and reflect the latest codes, standards and best practice.
Promote the latest engineering developments, technology, innovations, methods and best practice in permanent and temporary works ensuring they are considered, developed, communicated and implemented both at bid stage and during construction.
Any other duties consistent with your status and seniority, as necessary to meet the needs of the Business of the Company.
Ensure through their project engineering teams that minimum standards of safety, quality and environmental are maintained across the sector. Challenge and change poor practice in safety, quality and engineering procedures.
Maintain contacts with Consultants, Clients, and other bodies as appropriate to represent the business demonstrating ability to provide best value.
Assist with the recruitment of engineers, at all levels, for their sector, including interviewing and identifying potential recruits from competitor companies.
Assist with the training and development of engineers’ in the sector at all levels including the attainment of professional qualifications. Specifically take ownership of the engineering competencies and embed within their sectors.
Assist with the movement of engineering staff between projects and tenders noting that there will be many transfers of engineers between sectors to ensure appropriate development and experience.
Build the profile of the the business in schools, universities, consultants and other external organisations.

Skills and Qualifications:

Must be a Chartered Engineer or similar approved by the Head of Technical Services.
Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required.
Understand the Principal Designer Duties.

Vehicle Mechanic

MB480: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Leconfield
Salary: £30,371pa
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions

Overview:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Service, maintain and repair vehicles components and accessories in line with company, client and/or manufacturer’s instructions.
Removal and refitting in a safe, proper and economical manner using equipment provided.
Diagnose faults and test vehicles utilising equipment available and using recognised test procedures and techniques.
Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation to the required standard.
Remain up to date with the latest vehicle technology and changes by attending Company training programmes.

Skills and Qualifications:

Fully qualified Mechanic, through a recognised formal training programme. (NVQ Level 3 at a minimum).
Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements.
High degree of attention to detail.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.

MB480: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Leconfield
Salary: £30,371pa
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Heavily Discounted Gym Membership, Enhanced Pension Contributions…

Vehicle Mechanic

MB340: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Catterick
Salary: £30,371pa
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (early Friday finish)
Additional Company Benefits: PPE Supplied, Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Enhanced Pension Contributions

Overview:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Service, maintain and repair vehicles components and accessories in line with company, client and/or manufacturer’s instructions.
Removal and refitting in a safe, proper and economical manner using equipment provided.
Diagnose faults and test vehicles utilising equipment available and using recognised test procedures and techniques.
Complete all relevant paperwork and documentation to the required standard.
Remain up to date with the latest vehicle technology and changes by attending Company training programmes.

Skills and Qualifications:

Fully qualified Mechanic, through a recognised formal training programme. (NVQ Level 3 at a minimum).
Awareness and understanding of health and safety requirements.
High degree of attention to detail.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.

Vehicle Technician

MB749: Vehicle Technician
Location: Dorchester
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business who are looking to recruit a Vehicle Technician on a permanent basis due to growth located at their Dorchester location.

The successful candidates for the Vehicle Technician positions will have previous experience in a similar role and strong teamwork skills.
You will be welcomed into a friendly team and have the opportunity to work with an exciting product.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out service, diagnosis and repair of vehicles to excellent standards.
Communicating with the Service Reception team and Workshop Control.
Speaking with customers on occasion to provide your expert, technical opinion.
Maintaining thorough and up-to-date product knowledge.
Maintaining exceptionally high customer service levels that lead to customer loyalty and referrals.
Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 2 (minimum) or Level 3 (desirable) in Vehicle Maintenance
Aptitude for multi-tasking.
An eye for detail.
Ability to work under pressure.
Quality awareness.
Communication skills.
Full driving license.

MB749: Vehicle Technician
Location: Dorchester
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards…

Mobile Crane Operator

MB623: Mobile Crane Operator
Location: Barnsley and surrounding area
Salary: £30,000 – £36,000 (£13 to £18 per hour DOE)
Working hours: 40 hours per week across 7 days with occasional overnight stays
Benefits: Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours and double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays, Enhanced Pension, Ongoing training and development

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are working in partnership with a fantastic business to recruit a Class 1 Crane Operator to join their team in Barnsley on a permanent basis.
A Mobile Crane Driver is responsible for operating an all-terrain mobile telescopic to lift, move, position, and reposition loads as required by the customer.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operate an all-terrain mobile telescopic crane.
Drive the crane from the depot and arrive on the requested site at the time of request.
Set up the crane as per the relevant machine manufacturers’ operating manual
Operate the crane via communications from onsite slinger/signallers’ utilising 2-way radios or hand signals.
Fit fly-jib as required by customer and remove on completion of relevant lifts for stowing on machine.
Complete operator timesheet relevant to the requested hire.
Carry out pre-operational checks on machine as required via company policy and complete company documentation identifying any issues arising from those checks.
Complete routine maintenance as required with the assistance of the depot crane engineer as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Blue CPCS card for Mobile Cranes (red card accepted).
A valid HGV Class 2 Licence.
Must be able to pass a mobile crane operator safety critical work medical.
Previous experience operating all terrain mobile telescopic cranes.

MB623: Mobile Crane Operator
Location: Barnsley and surrounding area
Salary: £30,000 – £36,000 (£13 to £18 per hour DOE)
Working hours: 40 hours per week across 7 days with occasional overnight stays
Benefits: Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours and double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays, Enhanced Pension, Ongoing training and development…

Vehicle Technician

MB748: Vehicle Technician
Location: Salisbury
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards

Overview:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out service, diagnosis and repair of vehicles to excellent standards.
Communicating with the Service Reception team and Workshop Control.
Speaking with customers on occasion to provide your expert, technical opinion.
Maintaining thorough and up-to-date product knowledge.
Maintaining exceptionally high customer service levels that lead to customer loyalty and referrals.
Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 2 (minimum) or Level 3 (desirable) in Vehicle Maintenance
Aptitude for multi-tasking.
An eye for detail.
Ability to work under pressure.
Quality awareness.
Communication skills.
Full driving license.

Vehicle Technician

MB761: Vehicle Technician
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards

Overview:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out service, diagnosis and repair of vehicles to excellent standards.
Communicating with the Service Reception team and Workshop Control.
Speaking with customers on occasion to provide your expert, technical opinion.
Maintaining thorough and up-to-date product knowledge.
Maintaining exceptionally high customer service levels that lead to customer loyalty and referrals.
Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 2 (minimum) or Level 3 (desirable) in Vehicle Maintenance
Aptitude for multi-tasking.
An eye for detail.
Ability to work under pressure.
Quality awareness.
Communication skills.
Full driving license.

MB761: Vehicle Technician
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards…

Vehicle Technician Trainer

MB657: Vehicle Technician Trainer
Location: Lyneham
Salary: £37,111 (rising to £39,679)
Working Hours: Mon to Fri 37 hours per week
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal, Payment of Professional Fees

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic International Defence business who are looking to recruit an Apprenticeship Coach on a permanent basis due to growth to cover their Lyneham depot. There are 5 positions up for grabs in 3 separate key areas – initial trade training (for new starters and recruits), tracked vehicle training and specialist equipment inspecting. All 3 are very open to different backgrounds and levels of expertise, however, a qualification of an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) will the be minimum requirement to considered for the role.
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintaining a Continuous Personal Development (CPD) portfolio in respect of new technologies and equipment, ensuring lesson plans and training sessions are developed in accordance with the approved Learner Specifications; Course specifications and Course Training Plans.
Review course material and content ensuring it is current and evolves to support equipment and technology advances, using the most appropriate training aids.
Assessment of trainees to include: creation of written examinations and progress test papers, creation of practical assessment / examination scenarios and continuous assessments. Marking of examination papers, setting and marking of course and homework and invigilation of examinations and assessments.
Ensuring trainee development through monitoring, feedback appraisal, discipline and training interventions, ensuring all supporting documentation are maintained and that any special trainee developmental needs or training delays are flagged to the Lead Trainer (LT).

Skills and Qualifications:

Vehicle Technician background (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent as a minimum)
Strong team player – ability to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders
Organised, great time management and proactive manner
Clear and effective communication – written and verbal
Workshop experience with proven diagnostic skills (Light vehicle or HGV), military leavers with vehicle inspection experience (HGV or armoured) would be beneficial as well but not essential.
Strong IT literacy skills

Our client values difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education. If you have the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you!

MB657: Vehicle Technician Trainer
Location: Lyneham
Salary: £37,111 (rising to £39,679)
Working Hours: Mon to Fri 37 hours per week
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal, Payment of Professional Fees…