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Site Services Engineer

MS647 – Site Services Engineer

Location: Anwick

Salary: £50,000 – £52,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Site Services Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. This includes the maintenance and operation of critical site infrastructure such as boilers, refrigeration, utility supplies, air compressors, air handling systems, pipework and effluent plant. The role also supports factory start-ups and ensures engineering standards are upheld.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate constructively as a member of the department keeping everyone informed and proactively share your knowledge and expertise within the time.
Apply lean thinking techniques to ensure the productive capability of the plant is optimised and improved thus demonstrating commitment towards achieving factory targets, including prompt start up times.
Work with site personnel and commissioning engineers to ensure required process skills training is performed for all new equipment.
Contribute to that department/ add value by developing requisite skills in this area in line with MP competency framework.
Operation and maintenance of steam boilers, refrigeration systems, fluid transfer systems, heating systems, hot and cold-water systems and effluent treatment systems.
Working with Mechanical Drive Systems, Hydraulics, Pneumatics and electrics.
Preventative Maintenance.
Pipefitting.
Portable appliance testing.
Emergency Light Testing.
To Maintain general good repair of site fabrication and general services.
To monitor and control any negative environmental impact arising from the processes within area of responsibility; ensuring that all direct reports and colleagues are briefed and clear in regard to their responsibilities as outlined in the Moy Park Group Risk Management System Manual.

Skills and Qualifications:

Attention to detail.
Apprentice trained to NVQ level 3 minimum.
The ability to plan and organise workload methodically to best effect.
Full Driving Licence.
Able to work on own initiative.
Confidence to recommend machine improvements.
Be achievement and career focussed.
Have the ability to work in a pressurised environment.
Strong communication, influencing, planning and organising skills

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Mechanical Engineer

MS642 – Mechanical Engineer

Salary: £52,294 per annum

Location: Anwick

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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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:

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 Leconfield 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.

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 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…

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…

Senior Structural Engineer

MS983 – Senior Structural Engineer

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Senior Structural Engineer 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:

Concrete frame, steel frame, medium to high-rise design and existing structures, working across sectors such as residential, commercial, refurbishment and industrial.
Using software to assist with calculations and structural design such as MasterSeries, SCIA, or Strand7.
You will be preparing, detailing and reviewing drawings, supervising CAD Technicians in the preparation of these drawings.
Assisting in the preparation of design quotes, writing reports and technical specifications.
Supervising, mentoring and checking work for Graduates, Engineers and Technicians.
You will be working collaboratively with Engineers in other disciplines such as geotechnical and civil/infrastructure design.
Attending client and project meetings to build relationships and discuss their needs, requirements and any design issues.

Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor or master’s degree in civil/structural Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience. You could be Chartered or working towards chartered status with ICE or IStructE.
You will have hands-on design experience and the ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Asbestos Surveyor

MB811: Asbestos Surveyor
Location: East Midlands
Salary: £35,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Additional Company Benefits: Fully expensed company vehicle and fuel care, 28 days holiday, pension scheme and an attractive salary plus cross training opportunities into obtaining Asbestos, EPC and Fire Risk Assessments.

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic Environmental business who are looking to recruit an Asbestos Surveyor on a permanent basis due to growth to cover the East Midlands and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Asbestos Surveyor to join an exciting and growing surveying team.

Duties and responsibilities:

Able to identify Asbestos containing materials
Assess the risk of materials that contain asbestos
Possess a high quality of communication skills both verbally and written
Confidently produce a concise and accurate report after surveying
Work in a timely manner to adhere to deadlines set
Have an up-to-date knowledge of industry guidelines.

Qualifications and experience:

BOHS P402 certification.
Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification survey experience.
Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.
Flexible working and IT proficiency, including TEAMS.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Full UK Drivers License

Vehicle Mechanic

MB377: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Tewkesbury
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.

Vehicle Mechanic

MB580: Vehicle Mechanic
Location: Donnington, Telford
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:

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.

Gate Engineer

MB619: Gate Engineer
Location: Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas
Salary: £35,000 – £40,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday between 6.30am – 4.30pm. No call outs, no weekend work and minimal overtime. Standard 40 hour working work
Benefits: Vehicle + Fuel Card, Uniform (safety boots, branded tops, work trousers and waterproofs), Company pension, Company phone, Company PPE, All tools provided, Optional overtime (Not expected to work bank holidays, weekends or evenings)

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Gate Engineer on behalf of one of our fantastic clients who require someone to cover the area of Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas.

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will be involved in completing maintenance and servicing of automated gates, barriers, intercoms and other access control systems.
You will attend breakdown call outs to repair automated gates and associated equipment in line with SLA’s.
Complete works on a variety of equipment both individually and as part of a team
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
To ensure site reports are completed upon completion of work from the visit.
Attend sites to repair, service and maintain automated entry systems including gates, barriers, intercoms and other access control systems.
Locate faults by observing electromechanical devices in operation
To provide technical support to the team and existing and potential customers on products and services.
To assist in the requirements that capture upgrade and design of future systems
Maintain Client Relationships – Client relationships are a key part of this role. A healthy relationship with all clients is essential to the completion of all projects.

Skills and Qualifications:

Experience in breakdown repairs, servicing and maintaining automated entry systems and other access control systems.
Confident with BFT, NICE, DEA, VIDEX, PAXTON and similar products.
Hands on experience (such as digging etc) would be preferable
Full UK drivers license with a maximum of 6 points