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Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

MS680 – Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

Location: Doncaster

Salary: £28,000 – £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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Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

MS681 – Garage Equipment Engineer (Installs)

Location: Dundee

Salary: £28,000 – £38,000 per annum basic

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

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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PSV/HGV Mechanic

JMB32 – PSV/HGV Mechanic

Location: Norwich

Salary: £21.12 per hour + weekend and unsociable hours premiums

Benefits: £2,000 Joining Bonus, Overtime Available, Technical Training & Career Progression

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a PSV/HGV Mechanic on behalf of one of our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified vehicle mechanic to join a well-established engineering team maintaining and repairing a modern fleet of vehicles. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out servicing, diagnostics, repairs, inspections and breakdown support while ensuring the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Full technical training and ongoing career development are provided, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced PSV/HGV Mechanics, Light Vehicle Technicians looking to upskill, or engineers from other sectors seeking a new challenge.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Diagnose and carry out vehicle repairs, servicing and component replacement.
Identify vehicle faults and determine the appropriate repair methods and required parts.
Complete routine servicing and scheduled vehicle inspections.
Use handheld diagnostic and data capture devices where applicable.
Attend roadside vehicle breakdowns and recovery callouts when required.
Carry out vehicle road tests to identify faults and verify completed repairs.
Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely and in accordance with company standards.
Accurately complete all maintenance documentation and service records.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ/SVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
Experience working on PSV or HGV vehicles is preferred; however, applications from Light Vehicle Technicians are welcomed.
Ex-military engineers with a recognised engineering apprenticeship are encouraged to apply.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
Flexible approach with the ability to work across a variety of maintenance activities.
Full UK Driving Licence.
PCV licence is desirable but not essential, as full training can be provided.

Benefits:

£21.12 per hour basic rate.
Enhanced pay for weekend and unsociable hours.
£2,000 joining bonus (£1,000 on joining and £1,000 upon successful completion of probation).
Overtime opportunities available.
Ongoing technical training and career progression.
Company pension scheme.
Health and wellbeing package including healthcare support.
Free travel pass.
Discounted rail travel.
Free onsite parking.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Free PPE and laundry service.
Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.

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Coach Builder

JMB33 – Coachbuilder

Location: Norwich

Salary: £20.12 per hour + weekend and unsociable hours premiums

Benefits: £2,000 Joining Bonus, Technical Training & Career Progression

Overview:

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

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering team responsible for maintaining and repairing a modern fleet of vehicles. The successful candidate will carry out a wide range of coachbuilding, accident repair, bodywork, and interior refurbishment tasks, ensuring vehicles are returned to service safely and to a high standard.

Our client offers ongoing technical training, career progression, and provides all necessary PPE and basic tools to support your success.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carry out accident damage repairs and diagnose bodywork faults.
Perform collision and vandalism repairs, including window replacement, panel repairs, and fibreglass work.
Complete interior repairs, including seating, flooring, and air-operated door systems.
Prepare vehicles for paint and carry out minor paint repairs and touch-ups.
Rectify defects identified during routine inspections.
Accurately document repair work for third-party insurance claims.
Ensure all repairs are completed safely and to a high standard.
Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Coachbuilding, Vehicle Body Repair, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in coachbuilding or vehicle body repair.
Welding experience is essential.
Experience in vehicle accident repair and painting, ideally within PSV or HGV environments.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality workmanship.
Ability to work independently and as part of a busy engineering team.
Ex-military personnel with relevant engineering or vehicle maintenance experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

£20.12 per hour basic rate.
Enhanced pay for weekend and unsociable hours, with the opportunity to earn an additional £4,000 per year.
£2,000 joining bonus (£1,000 on joining and £1,000 upon successful completion of probation).
Ongoing technical training and career development.
Company pension scheme.
Health and wellbeing package including healthcare support.
Employee discount platform.
Free travel pass.
Discounted rail travel.
Free onsite parking.
Cycle to Work scheme.
PPE and basic tools provided.
Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.

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Engineering Chargehand

JMB34 – Engineering Chargehand

Location: Norwich

Salary: £22.18 per hour

Benefits: £2,000 Joining Bonus, Technical Training & Career Progression

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Engineering Chargehand on behalf of one of our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy engineering team in a supervisory role, overseeing the day-to-day operation of a vehicle maintenance workshop. The successful candidate will support the Engineering and Workshop Management teams, ensuring engineering activities are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards while providing leadership and guidance to workshop staff.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to engineering staff.
Allocate planned and reactive maintenance work across the engineering team.
Manage labour overtime within authorised limits.
Carry out vehicle repairs, servicing, and fault diagnosis as required.
Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and company procedures.
Maintain the engineering vehicle status board and daily workshop records.
Liaise with the Operations team to coordinate vehicle changeovers and breakdowns, minimising vehicle downtime.
Oversee vehicle cleaning, fuelling, oil checks, and parking activities when required.
Process vehicle defect reports in accordance with engineering operating procedures.
Support the Workshop and Engineering Management teams, taking responsibility in their absence where required.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or a related engineering discipline.
Strong mechanical fault-finding and vehicle maintenance experience.
Previous supervisory or team-leading experience is desirable.
Good understanding of the safe operation of workshop equipment.
Good level of IT literacy.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Ability to obtain a PCV licence and Forklift Truck licence if required.
Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ex-military personnel with relevant engineering and supervisory experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

£22.18 per hour basic rate.
£2,000 joining bonus (£1,000 on joining and £1,000 upon successful completion of probation).
Ongoing technical training and career progression opportunities.
Company pension scheme.
Health and wellbeing package, including healthcare support and Employee Assistance Programme.
Employee discount platform.
Free travel pass.
Discounted rail travel.
Free onsite parking.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Up to 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.
Long-term career opportunities within a supportive engineering environment.

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Branch Manager

JR322 – Branch Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford
Salary: Competitve
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm) + 1 in 2 Saturdays according to rota (5 out of 6 working days per week)

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Branch Manager on behalf of our client based in Chandlers Ford. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding retail business with an excellent opportunity of career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management, performance and profitability of the branch.
Lead the team to achieve and exceed sales targets, KPIs and financial objectives.
Drive new business opportunities whilst developing strong relationships with both new and existing customers and suppliers.
Manage sales, margins and overheads to deliver best-in-class financial performance.
Coach, develop, motivate and inspire colleagues to maximise individual and team performance.
Create a positive, customer-focused culture that consistently delivers exceptional service.
Build productive relationships with the wider business to maximise customer value and business growth.
Ensure high standards of branch presentation, housekeeping, stock management and operational efficiency.
Champion a strong health and safety culture, promoting colleague wellbeing and ensuring compliance with company standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous branch management, retail management or supervisory experience within a similar environment.
Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire a successful team.
Demonstrable track record of achieving sales targets and generating new business.
A proactive, hands-on leader who takes ownership and delivers results with urgency.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage branch performance and profitability.
Excellent customer service skills with a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative and make informed decisions.
Knowledge of the local area would be advantageous.

JR322 – Branch Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford
Salary: Competitive
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm) + 1 in 2 Saturdays according to rota (5 out of 6 working days per week)…

Support Drilling Operative

JR324: Support Drilling Operative
Location: Hull
Salary: £13.45 Per Hour as a minimum (with higher salaries available depending on drilling experience) + Overtime + Benefits + Progression

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking Drilling Support Operatives to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated and reliable individuals looking to build a long-term career within the engineering and ground investigation sector. Working alongside experienced Lead Drillers, you will provide essential on-site support across a variety of projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience through comprehensive in-house training and development. The role is physically demanding and suited to candidates who enjoy working outdoors, travelling, and being part of a close-knit team. Ex-military candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the Lead Driller with the safe and efficient delivery of drilling operations on client sites.
Assist with the lifting, moving, loading and unloading of drilling equipment and associated materials.
Prepare work areas and ensure equipment is readily available throughout each project.
Carry out labour-intensive tasks while maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Develop an understanding of drilling equipment and machinery through practical, hands-on experience.
Assist with basic maintenance and fault-finding of equipment, reporting or resolving minor mechanical issues where appropriate.
Represent the company professionally whilst interacting with clients on site and delivering excellent customer service.
Work closely as part of a two-person team, with flexibility to support different Lead Drillers as required.
Travel and work away from home during the week when required, with accommodation and meal allowances provided by the company.

Skills and Qualifications:

A strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual handling and labour-intensive duties.
Mechanical or engineering experience, with confidence using tools and carrying out basic equipment maintenance.
Previous engineering, conuction, groundworks or similar practical experience would be advantageous.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Professional approach with the ability to build positive relationships with clients on site.
Full UK driving licence is desirable.
CSCS Card is beneficial, although training and certification can be provided.
Previous drilling or ground investigation experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given.

Support Drilling Operative

JR323: Support Drilling Operative
Location: Durham
Salary: £13.45 Per Hour as a minimum (with higher salaries available depending on drilling experience) + Overtime + Benefits + Progression

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is working in partnership with our reputable client who is seeking Drilling Support Operatives to join their team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the Lead Driller with the safe and efficient delivery of drilling operations on client sites.
Assist with the lifting, moving, loading and unloading of drilling equipment and associated materials.
Prepare work areas and ensure equipment is readily available throughout each project.
Carry out labour-intensive tasks while maintaining high standards of health and safety.
Develop an understanding of drilling equipment and machinery through practical, hands-on experience.
Assist with basic maintenance and fault-finding of equipment, reporting or resolving minor mechanical issues where appropriate.
Represent the company professionally whilst interacting with clients on site and delivering excellent customer service.
Work closely as part of a two-person team, with flexibility to support different Lead Drillers as required.
Travel and work away from home during the week when required, with accommodation and meal allowances provided by the company.

Skills and Qualifications:

A strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual handling and labour-intensive duties.
Mechanical or engineering experience, with confidence using tools and carrying out basic equipment maintenance.
Previous engineering, construction, groundworks or similar practical experience would be advantageous.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Professional approach with the ability to build positive relationships with clients on site.
Full UK driving licence is desirable.
CSCS Card is beneficial, although training and certification can be provided.
Previous drilling or ground investigation experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be given.
Ex-military candidates with transferable mechanical or engineering skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

High Voltage Systems Project Manager

MB913: High Voltage Systems Project Manager
Location: Snowdonia
Salary: £75,000 – £80,000 + £6,325 Car Allowance
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave – plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit a High Voltage Systems Project Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at either their Snowdonia depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To lead and manage the High Voltage (HV) Cable and HV Plant subcontractors ( in delivering the works and ensuring compliance with all relevant requirements.
To manage the HV designer and sub-contractor design activities and deliverables to ensure they are completed in line with the agreed Programme and Project requirements.
To be the technical lead for the HV works on the project
Ensure both input and output deliverables for the design are tracked and reported to the Project Director and Engineering Manager as required.
To manage the MEP designer and sub-contractor design activities and deliverables to ensure they are completed in line with the agreed programme and Project requirements.
Manage and communicate all design queries, comments and information required from Design workshops and meetings and keep records.
Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team.
Support the Design manager to ensure all HV and MEP design deliverables are timeously provided as per the of design programmes.
Review Designers Monthly reports and submissions and produce monthly reports on design progress and any other design specific elements.
Manage and update the design deliverable schedule.
Review all design deliverables and ensure that they are completed to the expected standard. Challenge and resolve when not, including reviewing of all drawing in line with the Clients Scope/requirements.
Attend interface meeting with external parties and assign/follow up on actions related to the Design.
Arrange internal design interface meetings with construction department
Ensure compliance with design management processes required by the contract.
Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors.
Manage provision of drawings to project team – document control.
Manage the BIM requirements for permanent and temporary works together with the BIM/CAD Technician.
Identify Temporary Works and assist lead TWC with preparing Design briefs for HV & MEP Designs from subcontractors.

Skills and Qualifications:

10 Year plus experience with on high voltage projects with a Contractor
Previous experience on National Grid (NG) Projects as an Contractor, preferably on 400kV, 275kV or 132 kV circuits
Advantage to have experience on Design & Build Project as an Contractor.
Previous experience and knowledge of National Grid Transmission Procedures and Technical Specification
Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs
Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
Understands the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor Duties
Exceptional know-how in implementing and promoting Digital Engineering practises in Design as well as construction.

Branch Manager

JR322 – Branch Manager
Location: Chandlers Ford
Salary: £39,000 – £45,000 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (8am – 5pm) + 1 in 2 Saturdays according to rota (5 out of 6 working days per week)

Overview:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management, performance and profitability of the branch.
Lead the team to achieve and exceed sales targets, KPIs and financial objectives.
Drive new business opportunities whilst developing strong relationships with both new and existing customers and suppliers.
Manage sales, margins and overheads to deliver best-in-class financial performance.
Coach, develop, motivate and inspire colleagues to maximise individual and team performance.
Create a positive, customer-focused culture that consistently delivers exceptional service.
Build productive relationships with the wider business to maximise customer value and business growth.
Ensure high standards of branch presentation, housekeeping, stock management and operational efficiency.
Champion a strong health and safety culture, promoting colleague wellbeing and ensuring compliance with company standards.

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous branch management, retail management or supervisory experience within a similar environment.
Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire a successful team.
Demonstrable track record of achieving sales targets and generating new business.
A proactive, hands-on leader who takes ownership and delivers results with urgency.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to manage branch performance and profitability.
Excellent customer service skills with a passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative and make informed decisions.
Knowledge of the local area would be advantageous.