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Senior Estimator (Hard Landscaping)

MB996: Senior Estimator (Hard Landscaping)
Location: Chesterfield and surrounding areas
Salary: £80,000pa DOE
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards, Full PPE, In house manufacturers training

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business who are looking to recruit a Senior Estimator (with a background in Hard Landscaping) on a permanent basis due to growth located at their Chesterfield location.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for external works and hard landscaping projects.
Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and our project teams to keep everything on track and budget compliant.
Lead and mentor a team of up-and-coming estimators, passing on your knowledge and creating a thriving, collaborative atmosphere.
Encourage a supportive atmosphere where everyone is motivated to learn, grow, and contribute.
Use your expertise to identify risks, opportunities, and introduce new ideas and processes that benefit both the team and the business.

Skills and Qualifications:

A Senior Estimator with experience in external works and hard landscaping.
An organised professional who thrives under pressure but maintains quality.
A mentor who enjoys supporting colleagues to reach their full potential.
A team player able to collaborate and engage positively with colleagues.
A great communicator, able to build relationships with clients and suppliers.

Refrigeration Engineer

JR371: Refrigeration Engineer
Location: England – Field Based
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 Per Annum + Company Vehicle

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking a skilled and reliable Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer or a motivated individual looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems across commercial and residential sites.
Fault-finding and diagnostics on a variety of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
Working on split systems, VRV/VRF systems, chillers, cold rooms, CO2 refrigeration systems and air handling units.
Ensuring all work complies with current health and safety requirements and F-Gas regulations.
Completing job reports and service documentation accurately.
Providing a high level of customer service and professionalism on-site.
Working independently and as part of a team.
Participating in an on-call rota, if required.

Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Refrigeration Engineer
Relevant industry qualifications, such as NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent.
F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential).
Good electrical and mechanical knowledge.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage workload efficiently.

JR371: Refrigeration Engineer
Location: England – Field Based
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 Per Annum…

Multi-Skilled Engineer

EJ44 – Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location: Sleaford

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy manufacturing business, supporting the maintenance and reliability of equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on machinery.
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
Help minimise downtime and keep production running efficiently.

Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
Previous experience in a maintenance engineering role.
Mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.

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Field Service Engineer (Marine Systems)

JMB86 – Field Service Engineer (Marine Systems)

Location: Enfield

Salary: DOE

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, with occasional additional and out-of-hours work

Travel: Regular UK and overseas travel.

Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Field Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded engineer to join a specialist team supporting customers across the world, working on naval vessels, commercial vessels and shore-based systems.

The role will involve travelling internationally to carry out installation, commissioning, fault-finding, troubleshooting and acceptance testing, alongside providing technical support to customers and assisting with training.

Our client would be particularly interested in candidates from a Royal Navy background, especially those with experience in marine engineering, electrical systems, communications or technical equipment maintenance. This experience could provide an excellent foundation for transitioning into a civilian field service engineering role.

Candidates with relevant field service or technical engineering experience from other backgrounds will also be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Travel throughout the UK and overseas to service naval vessels, commercial vessels and shore-based systems.
Carry out installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and acceptance testing.
Diagnose technical issues and provide effective solutions in the field.
Work towards delivering customer training on relevant equipment and systems.
Complete detailed service reports and expense claims accurately and promptly.
Communicate technical issues and findings to line management.
Provide technical assistance through the customer services helpdesk when office-based.
Respond to customer enquiries and contribute to technical advice documentation.
Follow all relevant health and safety procedures.
Complete technical training as required.
Maintain high standards of quality, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Skills and Qualifications:

Experience in a field service or technical engineering environment; marine experience would be advantageous.
Royal Navy experience, particularly within marine engineering or technical trades, would be highly desirable.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and documentation.
Basic knowledge of computer hardware, software and networking.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable working independently.
Good communication and customer service skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Valid passport and willingness to undertake regular international travel.
ONC qualification or equivalent would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Willingness to work towards a Tower Climbing and Rescue Certificate.
Candidates must be physically capable of carrying toolkits weighing up to 10kg, climbing stairs and ladders, working in confined spaces and operating at heights of up to 70 metres.

Benefits:

Opportunity to work on specialist marine and naval systems.
International travel and exposure to a variety of vessels and technical environments.
Ongoing technical training and professional development.
Opportunity to transition from military technical service into a civilian engineering career.
Expenses paid.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable individual looking for a varied, hands-on role with opportunities to travel internationally and work on specialist marine systems.

Our client is particularly keen to hear from former Royal Navy personnel whose military experience has given them the technical knowledge, discipline and problem-solving skills required to succeed in a field-based engineering environment.

Our client is particularly keen to hear from ex-military personnel – however, all suitably qualified candidates will be given due consideration.…

Mechanical Technician

EH60 – Mechanical Technician

Salary: £38,940 – £48,675

Location: Gloucester

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Mechanical Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

You will be responsible for the performance and maintenance of mechanical equipment across the site, including materials handling conveyors, boiler plant, steam turbine, generator and ancillary equipment

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Completing routine maintenance tasks on time and recording them within the plant’s maintenance management system
Prioritising and completing emergent work in a timely manner
Assisting the Mechanical Engineer with reviewing, updating and modifying plant maintenance plans
Assisting with the development of work scopes and supervising contractors during the plant’s annual outage
Managing plant improvement projects from evaluation through to implementation
Maintaining equipment as directed by the Mechanical Engineer and reporting any defects or incorrect operation
Investigating and rectifying mechanical faults to minimise plant downtime
Assisting with statutory inspections and ensuring relevant documentation is completed and kept up to date
Coordinating mechanical maintenance activities and supporting other disciplines during planned and unplanned shutdowns
Assisting with the training and mentoring of apprentices
Supporting plant operations on a 24/7 basis by attending call-outs and working overtime when required

Skills and Qualifications:

Extensive maintenance experience within the power generation sector, including Energy from Waste, CCGT, Oil, Coal or Biomass, or experience as a time-served Armed Forces engineer
Experience of working within demanding and dynamic environments
Knowledge of relevant facility consents, health and safety legislation, safe working environments, safety rules and outages
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at different levels
Adaptable and flexible approach to work
Highly motivated, results-oriented and driven
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Computer literate
Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritise workload

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Area Safety Advisor

MS729 – Area Safety Advisor

Location: Cradley Heath, Midlands based, but covering Manchester & South West

Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per annum + Car allowance

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Area Safety Manager on behalf of one of our Clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit quarterly Health & Safety reports to the Managing Director.
Coordinate, interpret and present company Health & Safety statistics.
Provide advice, guidance and support on the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, relevant regulations and Health & Safety matters relating to company activities.
Advise management, supervisors, staff and operatives on statutory regulations, company safety policies and procedures, including risk assessments, method statements and quality plans.
Keep up to date with changes in Health & Safety legislation, Codes of Practice and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance, making recommendations to the Company Health & Safety Committee.
Maintain close contact with HSE inspectors, safety associations, industry safety committees and relevant Health & Safety publications.
Advise on and deliver Health & Safety, fire prevention and firefighting training as required.
Investigate and report serious accidents and dangerous occurrences, identifying ways to prevent recurrence and providing information for management review and action.
Advise on the safe use of plant and equipment to ensure Health & Safety requirements are met.
Inspect and review documentation relating to inspections of lifting equipment, scaffolding, plant and machinery.
Carry out regular site visits and provide written reports to the relevant Directors and Managers.
Maintain Health & Safety records for distribution to the relevant areas and submit accident statistics for inclusion in company-wide reporting.
Deliver company inductions.
Deliver all required Health & Safety training across the Midlands, Wales, Manchester and the South West.

Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years experience of building/construction industry.
NEBOSH Construction.
White CSCS Card.

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Branch Manager (Flat Roofing)

MS728 – Branch Manager (Flat Roofing)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £60,000 per annum + Car allowance

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Branch Manager within the Flat Roofing Industry on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will organise and manage the branch staff and operatives to ensure the pricing, securing and delivering of contracts in line with health and safety requirements, quality procedures, and company budgets and objectives.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Organise, control and manage the estimating department, monitoring all estimates with subordinates.
Maintain and develop relationships with suppliers, clients and main contractors.
Monitor and negotiate potential orders and attend pre-contract meetings.
Review and manage contract documents and design works.
Organise, control and manage the contracts department, monitoring all contracts with subordinates.
Programme works to meet agreed schedules and ensure material deliveries meet programme requirements.
Prepare and approve risk assessments, method statements, quality plans and other relevant documentation.
Ensure all works are completed safely and in accordance with company requirements.
Record variations and advise the surveyor accordingly.
Ensure works are installed in line with approved drawings and specifications.
Liaise with company-employed subcontractors to ensure work meets required standards.
Maintain positive working relationships with operatives and subcontractors.
Ensure staff and operatives receive appropriate training and development.
Ensure subcontractors have completed the required training and obtained permits to work.
Organise plant, craneage and other resources to meet programme and cost plan requirements.
Attend site meetings as required.
Review and manage contract expenditure alongside the contracts team.
Develop, review and manage branch budgets and overheads with the Operations Director.
Monitor and manage branch debtor days and cash flow with the Office Manager.
Support and promote Social Value KPIs in conjunction with clients and main contractors.
Manage health and safety for branch office staff, visitors and the office yard.
Control and manage branch stock.

Skills and Qualifications:

Adaptability / Business Awareness / Detail Handling / Initiative / Planning and Organising / plant / safety / communication.
A knowledge of the flat roofing industry.
Experience of the building and construction industry.
CSCS Black.
General computer awareness.

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Estimator

MS727 – Estimator

Location: Romford

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Estimator on behalf of one of our clients.

To calculate and prepare tender submissions, working out what a contract will cost to deliver, whilst ensuring it returns the required profit.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Estimator:

Ensure you maintain or improve upon the Company’s historic quote to order conversion ratio.
Prepare tenders/offers in accordance with all of our procedures as set out on estimating information sheets and by required return date.
To prepare tenders/offers from architects’ drawings and/or site visits and detailed specifications provided by the client.
To estimate the type and amount of materials necessary to deliver the contract against the agreed specifications and to offer any value engineering options available.
To estimate the cost of plant, equipment and overheads.
To estimate the cost of access, hoisting and protection with due regard to Health & Safety risks.
To establish the likely progress completion rates, including allowances for bad weather and other unforeseen circumstances.
To attend any pre-order meetings arranged by main contractors to assist in submission of tenders/offers.
To calculate a final figure for the estimated cost, supplemented by adjustments for overheads and profit and presenting a tender price.
To liaise with contracts manager/supervisor, by handover meeting, on receipt of order, to communicate pricing information of the tender.
Transfer quote and order information to Britain.
Prepare and submit information for O & M Manuals.

Skills and Qualifications for the Estimator:

NVQ 3 in Contracting Operations/Estimating is desirable (Must be willing to work towards this qualification due to industry standards).
Adaptability/ business awareness/ detail handling/ initiative/planning and organising/roofing industry/plant/safety and communication.
Experience of flat roofing estimation is preferred.
General computer awareness.

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Forklift Engineer

JB516 – Forklift Engineer

Location: Stoke-on-Trent

Salary: £33,000 – £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out routine maintenance and repairs to long/short term machines and customers owned equipment. Ensuring best practice with quality and professionalism are met at all times and to maintain customer satisfaction.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
Carrying out routine maintenance.
Checking oil and fuel levels.
Checking all related hoses and connections.
Steering and brake checks.
Basic electrical checks – brake lights etc.
Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills and Qualifications:

A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
Customer focused.
Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
Excellent time management skills
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
Full UK driving licence.

Benefits Package:

40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
Paid door-to-door travel for Field Service Engineers.
Overtime opportunities: time and a half Monday to Saturday, double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Company van with optional private use and fuel card for Field Service Technicians.
Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
Employee discount scheme, offering deals with major UK brands.
Up to 60% off premium professional tools.
Company van washing account at most outlets.
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
Specialist product training.
Full forklift driver licence qualification.

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Forklift Engineer

JB517 – Forklift Engineer

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: £33,000 – £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Forklift Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client strongly encourages applications from ex-military personnel however, all candidates will be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Servicing and repair of forklift trucks and other lifting equipment.
Carrying out routine maintenance.
Checking oil and fuel levels.
Checking all related hoses and connections.
Steering and brake checks.
Basic electrical checks – brake lights etc.
Liaising with customers regarding their individual requirements.
Submit accurate parts requisition information to Head Office.
Acting as the face of the company and therefore acting as a brand ambassador.

Skills and Qualifications:

A good mechanical engineering background is essential.
Customer focused.
Ability to work as part of a team or on an individual basis where required.
Excellent time management skills
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Experience with forklift trucks, military, agricultural or plant equipment is highly desirable.
Full UK driving licence.

Benefits Package:

40-hour working week, Monday to Friday (with exceptions at some customer sites).
Paid door-to-door travel for Field Service Engineers.
Overtime opportunities: time and a half Monday to Saturday, double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
Company van with optional private use and fuel card for Field Service Technicians.
Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution and minimum 4% employee contribution.
Employee discount scheme, offering deals with major UK brands.
Up to 60% off premium professional tools.
Company van washing account at most outlets.
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
Specialist product training.
Full forklift driver licence qualification.

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