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Field Service Engineer (Garage Equipment)

MS623 – Field Service Engineer (Garage Equipment)

Location: Devon / Cornwall

Salary: £28,000 – £36,000 per annum basic DOE

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Field Service Engineer 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.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out diagnostic/repair and installation on a wide range of garage equipment products including vehicle lifts, wheel & tyre, brake testers, gas analysers and smoke testers etc.
Completion and submission of accurate paperwork as required complying with the quality system.
Compliance and adherence to laws and regulations covering Health and Safety within the workplace.
Ensuring control of own van stock to meet first time fix targets.
Satisfaction of customer needs.
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:

Good level of education, ideally with relevant trade qualifications in a related discipline.
To have good working knowledge and experience of activities in a field service environment.
Experience in working with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment, preferably garage equipment.
Able to understand and follow procedures and work instructions, working to specified standards.
Proven ability to deliver excellent quality of service to customers.
To be flexible and willing to work overtime and Saturdays as requested.
To be self-motivated.
Customer focussed.
Confident and able to work under own initiative.
Excellent communication skills – dealing with colleagues and customers at all levels.
Knowledge of the region’s geography and road network would be a distinct advantage.
Full clean UK driving licence is essential.

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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CCTV Engineer – Service

CCTV Engineer – Service

Location: West Midlands (Nationwide Travel)

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 Per Annum (DOE)

Overview:
We are recruiting a skilled CCTV Service Engineer to join a long-established, family-run CCTV company specialising in the servicing, maintenance, and support of CCTV and Door Access Control systems across the UK.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong fault-finding skills who enjoys working independently while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities:

Service, maintain, and repair CCTV and Door Access Control systems
Carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and troubleshooting
Perform planned and reactive maintenance visits
Complete service sheets, reports, and job documentation accurately and on time
Conduct service-related surveys and warranty investigations
Provide first-class customer support and technical advice on-site
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and company procedures
Work independently with minimal supervision
Report findings, issues, and feedback to the Service Manager

Skills & Qualifications:

3–5 years’ experience servicing and maintaining CCTV systems
Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
Solid understanding of CCTV and Access Control systems
Confident working at height and in a range of environments
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Full, clean UK driving licence (held for a minimum of 2 years)
Basic IT skills
Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks
DBS checked or willing to undergo a DBS check

Package & Benefits:

Company van, phone, and laptop
Paid overtime and travel time
28 days holiday (including statutory holidays)
Full uniform and PPE provided
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Company events
No weekend work or 24-hour call-outs
Friendly, family-run business environment

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CCTV Engineer – Install

AL918- CCTV Engineer – Install

Location: West Midlands (Nationwide Travel)

Salary: From £35,000- £40,000 Per Annum (DOE)

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated CCTV Install Engineer to join a well-established, family-run CCTV specialist with over 30 years’ industry experience. This role focuses on the installation and commissioning of CCTV and Door Access Control systems across the UK.

You will be part of a professional and supportive engineering team, delivering high-quality installations while maintaining excellent customer service and compliance with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

Install and commission CCTV and Door Access Control systems to a high standard
Travel nationwide to customer sites, with occasional overnight stays (accommodation and subsistence provided)
Ensure all installations comply with current regulations, standards, and company procedures
Organise materials and equipment required for each project
Complete all relevant paperwork, including service sheets and job completion certificates
Interact with customers in a professional and courteous manner
Adhere strictly to Health & Safety policies, RAMS, and site-specific requirements
Work independently or as part of a team to meet project deadlines
Provide feedback and updates to the Install Manager as required

Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years’ experience installing CCTV systems (Access Control experience advantageous)
Strong technical knowledge of CCTV installation and commissioning
Confident working at height and in varied environments
Excellent attention to detail with a practical, hands-on approach
Strong communication and customer service skills
Organised, reliable, and capable of accurate job reporting
Full, clean UK driving licence (held for a minimum of 2 years)
Basic IT skills
Physically fit and able to undertake manual tasks
DBS checked or willing to undergo a DBS check

Package & Benefits:

Company van, phone, and laptop
Paid overtime and travel time
28 days holiday (including statutory holidays)
Full uniform and PPE provided
Training and career development opportunities
Company events
No weekend work or 24-hour call-outs
Supportive, family-run working environment

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Safety & Compliance Specialist

BJ169 – Safety & Compliance Specialist
Location: Kings Cross and surrounding areas
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday – Friday
Company Benefits: Generous stock option scheme, 28 days holidays a year plus Bank Holidays, Free weekly lunch, Team socials on a Thursday, Cycle to Work scheme, Season Ticket Loans, Money Coach

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Safety & Compliance Specialist on behalf of our client based across London. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join an established yet expanding business with an excellent opportunity of career advancement.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic and interest in maintenance, facilities support, logistics or operations, who is eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure site compliance, by carrying out weekly PPM tasks at across our estate
Log and track progress using internal tools and templates
Work alongside Maintenance Specialists to ensure accurate data and asset capture
Support improvements in compliance tracking and proactive maintenance
Support and lead on logistics initiatives such as PAT testing, fire extinguisher servicing or specialist electrical compliance work
Assist the Projects and Design team with site fit-out support (e.g., site surveys, delivery coordination and small works)
Conduct 3D scans of new and existing sites
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of project tasks

Skills and Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and compliance standards
Strong organisational and time management skills
A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn
Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
Confident communicator able to influence at all levels
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

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…

Telesales Executive

BJ164 – Telesales Executive
Location: Bedford
Salary: £25,000 Per Annum + Commission
Working Hours: Monday – Friday

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Telesales Executive to seek out new opportunities in Bedford using traditional prospecting methods.

Our client offers easy-to-use textile services that ensure safe and hygienic solutions for the best possible customer experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Handle all inbound leads through various channels, including website, email, telephone, and others.
Continuously build and update the sales pipeline.
Close sales and meet or exceed assigned targets.
Obtain renewal dates of prospects tied to contracts with competitors.
Conduct outbound cold calling and business-to-business communications, which may include generating appointments and leads for our sales teams.
Prospect for new business, including participation in strategic marketing campaigns.
Present, promote, and demonstrate the company’s services to prospective clients effectively.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of customer interactions in the CRM system.

Skills and Qualifications:

At least secondary-level education (depending on country-specific levels).
Experience in telesales, telemarketing, or new business sales, preferably in a B2B environment.
Ability to analyse sales results and customer information.
Advanced planning skills to achieve targets.
Proficiency in CRM systems or similar tools.
Basic to intermediate PC skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Excellent communication skills.

BJ164 – Telesales Executive
Location: Bedford
Salary: £25,000 Per Annum + Commission
Working Hours: Monday – Friday…

Learning and Development Specialist

MB896: Learning and Development Specialist
Location: Lyneham
Salary: £44,300
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 Learning and Development Specialist on a permanent basis due to growth to cover their Lyneham depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Be an integral part of the business unit contract teams, providing day-to-day support and direction on learning and development.
Delivery of accredited and non-accredited programmes for staff (and where applicable Authority personnel) across the Training business unit, including AET, CET, CAVA, IQA qualifications.
Design and deliver a range of learning programmes, including technical, behavioural and leadership courses.
Deliver training, mentoring and support to new and existing delivery staff to ensure compliance with the teaching and assessment standards and to facilitate continuous professional development.
Utilise best teaching and learning approaches to ensure any training interventions are maximised.
Use digital tools to create flexible and innovative learning environment. Where appropriate maximise the use of online and group delivery.
Carry out capability gap analysis in conjunction with delivery teams to identify training gaps.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training interventions.
Drive a culture of continuous professional development.
Support with the development and implementation of a competency framework
Provide input to the internal quality cycle process.

Skills and Qualifications:

L2 English and maths or equivalent
Level 4 (ideally Level 5) or above teaching qualification
Level 3 Assessor qualification (CAVA)
Level 4 IQA qualification (or working towards)
H&S Level 2 qualification
Level 3 Coaching and Mentoring qualification
Extensive education / training quality experience.
An understanding of the Education Inspection Framework.
A detailed understanding of the apprenticeship environment and provision of commercial training.
Understanding DSAT & JSP822
Defence or Resilience Training experience.
Experience of delivering learning and development to staff within an apprenticeship / commercial training environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates a high level of organisational skills.
Strong relationship development skills.
Effective planning and time management.
Analysis of data and trends to identify improvement areas.
Attention to detail.
Understanding of government funding and Awarding Organisation rules and regulations.
Demonstrate and support good practice through innovative teaching and learning strategies.

Electrical Engineer (4 on 4 off)

MS641 – Electrical Engineer (4 on 4 off)

Salary: £52,000 – £58,000 per annum

Location: Anwick

Shift Pattern:

Days: 05:30 – 17:30 4 on / 4 off, rotating days
Nights: 17:30 – 05:30

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding to demands promptly. You will maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs. The role focuses on improving equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets through identifying and implementing improvements. You will also proactively use the PPM system (SAP) for capturing all engineering labour and parts.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond quickly and safely to all plant stoppages and breakdowns.
Maintain and adjust equipment, carrying out repairs and servicing for optimum performance.
Perform planned maintenance within your competence.
Fault-find and repair machines, working with single and three-phase electrical systems.
Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for complex issues.
Comply with Health & Safety rules (including COSHH) and promote safe working practices.
Assist in training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
Complete accurate documentation and report non-conformances promptly.
Use the PPM system (SAP) for recording labour and parts.
Work safely and follow company Health & Safety procedures.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (UK-recognised).
Literacy/Numeracy to National Level 2 Standard.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Good communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to act decisively and deliver quality work.

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Mechanical Engineer

MS642 – Mechanical Engineer

Salary: £52,294 per annum

Location: Sleaford

Shift Pattern: Saturday, Sunday, Monday – 16:00 – 04:00

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Mechanical Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The successful candidate will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding promptly to demands and maintaining equipment both proactively and reactively. Ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs, improve equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets, and accurately capture all engineering labour and parts using the PPM system (SAP).

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond quickly and safely to plant stoppages and breakdowns.
Maintain, adjust, and repair equipment for optimum performance.
Carry out planned maintenance and fault-finding on machinery.
Work with mechanical drive systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Ensure equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
Collaborate with the Engineering leadership team and external engineers for improvements.
Comply with Health & Safety rules, including COSHH and LO/TO procedures.
Complete accurate documentation and PPM records in SAP.
Support training and assessment of staff on machine operation.
Contribute to energy reduction and environmental initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical).
Recognised UK qualifications.
Previous experience in manufacturing operations.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Good standard of written and spoken English.

Desirable:

Experience in food processing or poultry machinery.
Welding (preferably TIG).
Knowledge of lean techniques and automated machinery.
Computer literacy and SAP experience.
17th/18th Edition qualification.

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Engineering Team Leader

MS644 – Engineering Team Leader

Location: Sleaford

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum basic

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Engineering Team Leader on behalf of one of our clients.

Hours: 42 hours – 4 on 4 off days and nights 05:30 – 17:30 / 17:30 – 05:30.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to a team of mechanical, electrical, multi-skilled and semi-skilled engineers.
Ensure full compliance with all Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH regulations, and ensure all staff understand and adhere to their Health & Safety responsibilities when operating machinery.
Support the training, development and assessment of staff in safe and effective machine operation.
Work closely with visiting engineers and contractors to ensure agreed improvements and modifications are implemented effectively and deliver the intended business benefits.
Ensure all equipment documentation is completed accurately and in full, and filed correctly or forwarded to the appropriate department.
Prioritise and allocate work activities in the absence of the Shift Engineering Manager or Maintenance Manager.
Identify, report and escalate any faults or issues that may impact factory efficiency to the Shift Manager or Maintenance Manager.
Ensure all work is carried out safely, appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is used, and work permits are issued and signed off where required.
Promote positive working behaviours and a professional team culture.
Ensure engineering stores are appropriately stocked and controlled.
Carry out required checks of the temperature monitoring system.
Ensure utilities are used efficiently, minimising waste wherever possible.
Ensure compliance with all environmental permit conditions, preventing any breaches.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to their training and experience, as requested by the Shift Manager or Maintenance Manager.

Skills and Qualifications:

Must be a Time/Skill-Served Fitter with 4 years Industrial Experience.
Must have a mechanical/electrical aptitude.
Must be able to diagnose and solve problems.
IT Literate.
The ability to make decisions is essential.
The ability to organise time is essential.
Showing initiative is essential.
Good reasoning ability desirable.
Previous supervisory experience.
Good communication skills are desirable.
Good interpersonal skills are desirable.
Experience of poultry processing machinery is desirable.
Experience within a Food Processing Industry is desirable.

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