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Construction Manager

MS662 – Construction Manager

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £60,000 – £65,000 per annum + package

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Construction Manager on behalf of one of our clients.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Promote the site safety culture, ensure all works are carried out in planned, controlled and safe manner in accordance with statutory regulations, current standards and company health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
Manage the subcontractors including the production of works to drawings and specifications, manage performance on site.
Oversee subcontractors, labour and material requirements for the contract and support construction staff with matters primarily relating to onsite activities.
Represent the company at meetings, promote the correct company image and ensure staff are aware of their responsibilities in this area.
Provide regular written progress reports to monitor performance and highlight deficiencies at an early stage.
Be an active member of the production control weekly and daily meetings to ensure the programme is being properly monitored.
Solve site problems when they occur, providing feedback to Project Managers on any defects or defaults found and put forward any innovative ideas to alter current methodology.
Ensure good communications within the project and regularly brief other team members and subcontractors.
Understand the design process, and work with the Design Manager, within cost restraints, to facilitate the design, and coordination of production information, to suit site requirements and conditions.
Report to Project Manager / design team any design anomalies and provide buildability advice.
Ensure good record keeping is maintained, including letters, e-mails, notices, drawings, site records and computer data. Ensure daily diaries are completed and that progress reports are communicated on a regular basis to the senior management.
Work closely with the relevant commercial package managers to ensure close control of package costs.
Regularly inspect works for compliance with design, specifications and ensure all design solutions offered by designers and sub-contractors fully comply with the project requirements.
Where appropriate, assign clear accountabilities to members of the team and help others understand and achieve their responsibilities.
Manage any construction students or trainees in the project team. This includes supervising, conducting appraisals and assisting with development.

Skills and Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge / experience of the successful delivery of building projects.
Able to impart construction knowledge to the team and behave like a leader demonstrating the correct ways to run a project to the more junior members of the team and those who are more office based.
Construction related qualification to HNC level.
Member, or working towards membership, of a professional institution (MCIOB/ICE highly desirable).
Be in possession of a current Managers CSCS card and other relevant qualifications including SMSTS & First Aider qualified.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Suitable experience as a Construction Manager on similar size projects for a tier 1 main contractor preferred.
Have significant site based experience.
Experience managing people.
Thorough understanding of the construction process & sequence.
Deliver results.
Focus on running the site to the highest standards in the industry.
Lead & develop teams.
Continuous personal development.

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Traffic Management Operatives

AL936: Traffic Management Operatives

Location: Gloucester

Salary: £13-15 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and remove traffic management in accordance with Sector Scheme 12b/d and legal requirements, ensuring full compliance with company SOPs
Safely operate and maintain traffic management equipment, including signage and temporary traffic signals
Professionally drive company vehicles in full compliance with the Highway Code and road traffic legislation
Complete all required digital documentation, including:
Risk assessments
Vehicle and plant checks
Install/deinstall records
Incident reporting
Conduct daily vehicle inspections and promptly report near misses, incidents, and road traffic collisions
Adhere to all Health & Safety standards, RAMS, and SSOW, including participation in mandatory training and ongoing professional development
Represent the company professionally when working on-site and engaging with members of the public

Technical Skills & Experience

Strong working knowledge of temporary traffic management practices, particularly Sector Scheme 12d
Proven experience installing and operating multi-phase temporary traffic signals
Ability to work safely and effectively within high-risk roadside environments

Qualifications & Training

Sector Scheme 12d (M1, M2, and M5 minimum)
Full UK Driving Licence

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Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

AL937: Multi-Skilled Maintenance Technician

Location: Towcester

Salary: OTE £40,500 – £50,000 Per Annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform routine preventive maintenance on reactors and related equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimal disruption.
Assist with exhaust filter and system maintenance, as well as gas cylinder changes.
Maintain a high level of physical fitness to carry breathing apparatus and pass a lung function test.
Conduct electrical Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) – training provided.
Manage the control, handling, and disposal of chemicals, gases, and spare parts, including chemical fills and deliveries.
Prepare for preventive maintenance tasks and system cleaning.
Assist in diagnosing and repairing processing and ancillary equipment.
Support engineers with project work and take ownership of assigned projects where qualified.
Work independently on a variety of tasks following documented procedures, with minimal supervision.
Assist with logistical operations, including equipment relocation, cleanroom reorganization, and parts shipping.
Foster a collaborative work environment and promote teamwork across departments.

Skills and Qualifications:

Self-motivated and able to work independently while thriving in a team environment.
Mechanical maintenance engineering experience.
Basic electrical knowledge of both systems and safety.
Willingness to work overtime during shutdowns or major maintenance periods.
Physically fit.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Strong communication skills, with proficiency in written and spoken English.
Computer literate, with experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

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Traffic Management Operatives

AL936: Traffic Management Operatives

Location: Bristol

Salary: £13-15 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and remove traffic management in accordance with Sector Scheme 12b/d and legal requirements, ensuring full compliance with company SOPs
Safely operate and maintain traffic management equipment, including signage and temporary traffic signals
Professionally drive company vehicles in full compliance with the Highway Code and road traffic legislation
Complete all required digital documentation, including:
Risk assessments
Vehicle and plant checks
Install/deinstall records
Incident reporting
Conduct daily vehicle inspections and promptly report near misses, incidents, and road traffic collisions
Adhere to all Health & Safety standards, RAMS, and SSOW, including participation in mandatory training and ongoing professional development
Represent the company professionally when working on-site and engaging with members of the public
Technical Skills & Experience
Strong working knowledge of temporary traffic management practices, particularly Sector Scheme 12d
Proven experience installing and operating multi-phase temporary traffic signals
Ability to work safely and effectively within high-risk roadside environments

Qualifications & Training

Sector Scheme 12d (M1, M2, and M5 minimum)
Full UK Driving Licence

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Operations Supervisor

Job Title: Operations Supervisor

Location: Gloucester

Salary: Competitive (regularly reviewed in line with industry standards)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Operations Supervisor to oversee depot and traffic management operations in Gloucester. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining high safety standards, and supporting the smooth delivery of works across multiple sites.

This position would suit a proactive and organised individual with strong supervisory experience within traffic management, who thrives in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Depot Manager in the day-to-day running of depot and traffic management operations
Assist with short- and long-term planning to ensure all sites are installed and maintained to required standards
Deputise for the Depot Manager during periods of absence
Conduct regular site visits, audits, and depot inspections to ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company standards, and customer KPIs
Lead, brief, and support operatives, ensuring full adherence to RAMS, SOPs, PPE requirements, and safe systems of work
Promote and embed a strong Health & Safety culture across all operations
Oversee vehicle and equipment checks, ensuring defects are reported and resolved promptly
Manage customer queries and complaints professionally, ensuring timely resolution
Monitor labour, plant, and depot performance to drive operational efficiency
Ensure accurate completion of all paperwork, digital records, and performance reporting
Participate in an out-of-hours rota to maintain 24/7 operational coverage
Support incident and near-miss reporting and investigations
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and complete ongoing CPD and required training

About You

Proven leadership experience within traffic management
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Proactive and solution-focused approach
Calm and effective under pressure
Strong problem-solving ability
Professional, reliable, and adaptable
Committed to maintaining high safety and operational standards

Technical Skills & Experience

Minimum 1 year’s experience in a supervisory role within traffic management
Experience across all aspects of 12D traffic management

Qualifications

CSCS Card
Lantra 12D M1, M2, M3, M5 & M6
Full UK Driving Licence

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Business Development Manager

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Cambridge / Gloucester / Bristol

Salary: Competitive (reviewed regularly in line with industry standards)

The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across key regions. This is a strategic and hands-on role focused on generating high-quality enquiries, converting opportunities into secured contracts, and building long-term client relationships within the Traffic Management and Civil Engineering sectors.

Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will play a pivotal role in expanding market presence, identifying new opportunities, and collaborating across departments to achieve commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and generate new sales leads, developing a strong and sustainable sales pipeline
Target new clients and markets, working with internal stakeholders to determine the most effective approach
Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients
Manage the full sales cycle from enquiry through to successful award
Liaise with operational and commercial teams to ensure quotations are accurate, competitive, and submitted on time
Accurately record all client interactions and opportunities within the CRM system
Ensure complete and up-to-date customer information is maintained for reporting and tracking purposes
Manage and prioritise quotations to meet deadlines and exceed client expectations
Conduct negotiations with clients and suppliers to secure favourable commercial terms
Manage tender deadlines to ensure timely and high-quality submissions
Provide regular reporting to the commercial team, including wins, losses, high-probability opportunities, and key client activity
Submit accurate weekly summary reports to senior management
Meet and exceed agreed monthly sales targets
Gather and evaluate feedback on submitted quotations, analysing lost opportunities and identifying areas for improvement
Maintain up-to-date testimonials and supporting materials to strengthen future bids

About You

Proven experience in a Business Development Manager or similar role
Background within Traffic Management and/or Civil Engineering
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Ability to build credibility and long-term client relationships
Target-driven with a proactive and strategic mindset
Excellent organisational and reporting skills
Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously

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Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

MS662 – Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

Location: Leicester

Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 per annum basic

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs) on behalf of one of our clients.

This role includes responding to workshop garage equipment breakdowns as well as diagnosing and rectifying equipment issues ensuring customers are compliant and productive. This will involve traveling to highly professional large-scale commercial and industrial vehicle workshops, generally within your geographical area. You will be working on customer equipment such as car lifts, MOT testing equipment, air compressors, wheel alignment, tyre changers, wheel balancers and a range of other automotive equipment. We are currently looking for a suitably qualified and experienced person with electro-mechanical skills, to join our Clients Installation team.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out installation on a wide range of garage equipment products including vehicle lifts, brake testers, gas analysers and smoke testers.
Ensuring control of own van stock to meet First Time Fit targets.
The continued development of skills required ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard.
Prepared for occasional overnight stays from home.
Prepared to work overtime when required.

Skills and Qualifications:

To have a good working knowledge and experience of installation and / or plant maintenance activities – ideally in a field service environment.
Ability to install equipment working from site specification and scale CAD drawings.
Able to understand and follow procedures and work instructions, to specified standards.
Ability to deliver excellent quality of service to customers.
To be self-motivated with a positive “can do” attitude towards solving problems.
Able to work under own initiative when required.

Benefits:

Uncapped daily overtime.
Competitive salary.
Expenses.
Company vehicle.
Branded workwear/PPE.
PDA and tablet.
Medical cash plan.
Enhanced sick pay.
Training and development.
Health & wellbeing programme.
Personal use of company van.
Death in service.
Competitive salary depending on skills and experience.
Clear progression path.
Paid door-to-door.
Employee referral programme.
Access to training academy.
Pension scheme.
Cycle to work scheme.
Long service awards.
Monthly recognition and reward opportunities.
25 days holiday plus statutory that increases with service.
Mental health first aiders support.

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Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer

MB723: Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Wrexham
Salary: £40,000
Working Hours: Mon to Fri 8am to 4.30pm + Overtime opportunities
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 refrigeration business who are looking to recruit a Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to support the upkeep and maintenance of their internal factory plant equipment. This is a permanent position located at their depot in Wrexham.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out work assignments issued and maximize effectiveness of the shift at all times by ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
Demonstrate a team approach with regard to maintenance and hygiene of equipment and support (teams of) Logistics.
Provide support to the team during breaks and absences and work together to ensure completion of their duties.
Follow all work instructions, procedures, job descriptions at all times.
Ensure that all Work Orders, PM’s issued to the shift are completed.
Complete and check all necessary paper work.
Work with other functions as part of the manufacturing team to ensure efficient running of the site and carry out prioritized work as agreed.
Carry out the assigned activities to meet operational targets; working with other functions to ensure mutual objectives are met.
Compliance with Company policies, procedures and regulations (e.g. attendance, quality, safety, GMP’s, etc.) and ensure these are followed to maintain the required standards (e.g. Food Safety, PPE etc.).
Resolve mechanical and/or electrical problems in a timely fashion.
Order spare parts as required on shift if unavailable from stock and contact contractors/suppliers as required in order to resolve problems on shift.
Ensure all parts removed from stores while on shift are booked out of stores in the correct way.
Where necessary, must initiate the purchase of parts or equipment completing the relevant order requisition forms with relevant information.
Provide the Engineering manager with information on all engineering downtime attended on shift, related quality issue, work orders completed, PM’s completed and other details as required.
Identify and analyse problems before crises and determine appropriate action and follow up.
Ensure remedial works on site is raised by work order or PM’s are highlighted to the Manager.
Work closely with Logistics teams. Work under supervision of engineering managers. Ensure that
handovers are smooth and efficient whilst sharing relevant information with other engineers.
Request/give information from/to the engineering manager..
Capable of instructing un-skilled/semi-skilled people in simple operations of equipment.
Use of power tools, drills, grinders, cutting equipment, saws, files, presses.
Use of ladders, steps, walkways.
May have to work with hot/cold equipment using suitable safe systems of work and/or PPE.

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous manufacturing / processing / warehouse / cold-store industry experience.
Electrical bias, electrical qualifications/time served apprenticeship.
4 years experience
A good standard of both written and oral English.
Basic Health & Safety.
Data and analytical skills.
Computer literate. (word/excel/windows based packages).

Desirable skills:

PLC knowledge.
Working on hydraulic systems.
Working on temperature control systems.
Working with instrumentation systems.
Welding experience.
FLT/MEWP license.

MB723: Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Location: Wrexham
Salary: £40,000
Working Hours: Mon to Fri 8am to 4.30pm + Overtime opportunities
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Contributory pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal, Payment of Professional Fees…

Vehicle Mechanic/Examiner

MB532: Vehicle Mechanic/Examiner
Location: Kinloss, County Elgin
Salary: £30,371
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm
Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Matched contribution pension scheme, Life assurance, Employee share scheme, Employee shopping savings portal, Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave, Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement, ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity.

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business who are looking to recruit a Vehicle Mechanic/Examiner on a permanent basis due to growth located at their Kinloss depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnose, inspect, and assess vehicles and associated mechanical/ electrical equipment in line with skills & competency. Undertake diagnostic duties on equipment and to carry out road testing.
Ensure all transactions are carried out in accordance with current ERP processes and that work completed and time taken to complete is submitted daily.
The completion of equipment documentation and test certificates / reports when required and to required standards.
Ensure stores and equipment issued to job are used for their correct purpose and anu unused new faulty parts are returned and reported to supervisor.

Skills and Qualifications:

Educated to Level 3 in Regulated Qualification Framework (RQF) National Vocational
Qualification (NVQ) in Motor Mechanics (Light or Heavy) or EAL Level 3 NVQ Extended
Diploma in Engineering Maintenance (Mechanical)
HGV experience (desirable)
Valid UK driving licence.

Vehicle Mechanic Assessor

MB840: Vehicle Mechanic Assessor
Location: North of the UK
Salary: Competitive plus vehicle
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 a Vehicle Mechanic Assessor on a permanent basis due to growth.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Act as a flexible resource to ensure continuity of delivery during periods of absence, or increased demand
Provide rapid response support to learners who have no allocated coach
Provide surge support to drive forward learner progression and completions
Schedule and attend learner progress reviews for learners who have no allocated coach and / or require additional targeted support and complete all required documentation
Contribute to the improvement of learner engagement, progression, and achievement by providing additional coaching interventions where required
Support, motivate and coach learners who are off track through their apprenticeship programme, ensuring all components of the apprenticeship programme are completed whilst meeting awarding organisation, ESFA and Ofsted requirements
Ensure all required documentation is completed to the correct standard and within agreed timelines
Effectively record, plan and track individual learner progress in accordance with agreed paperwork and reporting processes
Plan, prepare and deliver high quality learner workshops to support learner progression
Carry out assessments in line with company, awarding organisation, ESFA and Ofsted requirements
Support learners to achieve their full potential and provide advice and guidance as required
Provide effective and timely verbal and written feedback and feedforward to all learners, ensuring appropriate stretch and challenge when required
Support with onboarding and mentoring new / unqualified coaches
Build effective working relationships with other teams across the contract, including quality, business support and compliance and assurance
Follow all company policies and processes in relation to quality assurance and compliance
Achieve key performance indicators
Maintain a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) record that reflects company and industry requirements
Provide feedback and insights to the Programme manager and Quality team on emerging trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Ensure Security, Health and Safety, Environmental, Legal, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Welfare & Safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times within all areas of responsibility
Support the contract in line with the corporate governance policies, processes and procedures including those relating to Health and Safety
Other appropriate tasks that may be required

Skills and Qualifications:

Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (or equivalent)
Award / Certificate in Education & Training (or equivalent)
Minimum of 2 years experience as a qualified assessor
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an appropriate industry environment

Good understanding of work-based learning programmes
Previous experience in the defence sector, ideally within the army arena

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