MOT Tester

AR825 – MOT Tester

Location: Sompting 

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently searching for an MOT Tester to join our client’s busy and professional workshop. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out MOT inspections in line with DVSA standards while maintaining high levels of accuracy and customer service.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out MOT inspections in accordance with DVSA regulations.
• Identify vehicle faults and advise on required repairs.
• Complete MOT documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
• Work closely with workshop colleagues to manage workload priorities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Valid MOT Tester qualification.
• Good mechanical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Location: Sompting

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000…

EV Technician

AR827 – EV Technician

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently searching for an EV Technician (Batteries and Motors) to support our client’s growing electric vehicle operations. This role is open to EV technicians and mechanics with experience or a strong interest in EV systems, regardless of background.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair EV high-voltage systems, including batteries and electric motors.
• Carry out EV servicing, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Use specialist diagnostic tools to identify EV faults.
• Follow strict high-voltage safety procedures and protocols.
• Keep technical knowledge up to date with evolving EV technology.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience working on electric or hybrid vehicles (preferred but not essential).
• Understanding of EV systems, batteries, and motors.
• Relevant automotive or EV-related qualifications.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and safety awareness skills.

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000…

Vehicle Technician

AR826 – Vehicle Technician

Location: Worthing 

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently searching for a Vehicle Technician to join our client’s workshop team. This role requires a well-rounded technician capable of working across mechanical and electrical systems on a variety of vehicles.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and repair vehicles to a high standard.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and safely.
• Support colleagues and contribute to smooth workshop operations.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a vehicle technician alongside relevant qualifications.
• Competence in both mechanical and basic electrical diagnostics.
• Strong problem-solving skills and technical knowledge.
• Reliable, organised, and safety focused.

Location: Worthing

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000…

Handyman

JB476: Handyman

Location: Bristol

Salary: £Competitive DOE

Overview:

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

This is an all-year round appointment based on a 40-hour working week Monday to Friday with an hour unpaid lunch break. The Estates Department is open from 0700 – 2230 and a shift system is in place to cover these hours.

Weekend work will be required in an addition to the weekday hours on a rota basis, days off will be given during the week for weekend working. Currently the weekend rota is one weekend in five, although this may be subject to change over time. Weekend working hours will be 0730 – 1630 with a one-hour lunch break.

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

Duties and Responsibilities for the Handyman:

• In-house buildings maintenance including painting and decorating, carpentry and general maintenance
• Legal compliance monitoring and recording such as legionella, fire safe systems, asbestos and emergency lighting (training will be provided if required)
• Routine swimming pool water quality monitoring and recording (training will be provided if required)
• Assisting in the execution of one-off projects
• Monitoring site issues and liaising with the Estates/Deputy Estates Manager as necessary
• When required liaise with external contractors whilst they are on site
• Contribute to the school’s security and to the safety and welfare of students, colleagues, parents and visitors on campus
• Provide effective portering duties, including, but not restricted to room set ups for exams or events, collections and distribution of post and parcels, moving, sorting and storage of recycled and waste products on site
• Assist in providing on-site traffic direction and marshalling for certain events as and when required
• Assist the grounds team when required to maintain a safe and visually tidy site including when needed, watering of grounds
• Occasional inspection of all school transport, which could include the cleaning of the vehicles and ad hoc driving duties
• Periodic cover for the Estates office including answering the telephone to internal and external customers
• Be prepared to react to and execute any short notice tasks in support of the school
• Carry out any other duty that reasonably falls within the general nature and level of responsibility of the role

Skills and Qualifications for the Handyman:
Essential:

• Strong general DIY skills
• Good communication skills
• Full driving licence
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team and independently on own initiative as required
• Ability to accept and follow instructions
• Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people

Desirable:

• Carpentry skills
• Experience of working with young people
• Driving licence with D1 (minibus) category

Benefits for the Handyman:

• Annual leave entitlement is 25 days per calendar year in addition to statutory holidays.
• The salary for this role is competitive and negotiable for the right candidate.
• Suitable work clothes will be provided by the school.
• Lunch is provided (during term time and when the kitchen is operational).
• Free onsite parking.
• Use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times) and access to free fitness classes.
• Pension membership.

Location: Bristol

Salary: £Competitive DOE…

Automation Engineer

MS655- Automation Engineer

Location: Crediton

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Automation Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.This role requires flexibility – The role currently operates Monday to Friday with an on-call rota, with plans to introduce structured shift work including nights and weekends.
 
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reactive support for site automation issues within a clear escalation.
• Demonstrate a structured problem-solving approach.
• Ownership of minor (site managed) automation projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Support project delivery of other site projects with automation elements.
• Facilitating site activities to centrally delivered projects.
• Maintain and monitor use of automation and electrical system software and documentation version control systems.
• Liaise with the Automation Lead providing a site perspective to the ongoing development of the automation and electrical standards.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and automation standards of site delivered projects and general improvement works.
• Responsible for obsolescence management.
• Ownership of the site level obsolescence and improvements plan focusing on the next level of controls (VSDs, servo drives, instrumentation etc..).
• Evaluate performance data to feed into automation operational excellence activity to deliver improvements in efficiency and operability within production.
• Ownership of site panel risk assessment register, periodic health checks and remedial/improvement actions.
• Specialist automation support to site improvement initiatives.
• Utilise specialist skills and systems access to validate and analyse site data, for example to support quality improvement activities.
• Has an active role to play in continuously improving our business.
• Encourage engineering based operational excellence projects.
• Support the site roadmaps for quality / H&S / EMS / engineering / autonomous maintenance.
• To have opportunities to deliver own ideas to improve our business.
• Support improvement activities / events within facilities and engineering owned areas.
• Understands the impact of own actions and others on achieving site & business strategy.
• Aware of how current performance impacts the bottom line.
• Ability to deliver on the job training (show and tell) to new colleagues.
• Health and safety of self and others.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Automation Experience (Allen Bradley Preferred).
• Scada Experience.
• Plant Master Experience.
• Minimum 2 year’s experience.
• Electrical qualification.
• NVQ Level 3 in relevant discipline.
• Relevant Automation Training certificates.
• Ability to work within time constraints.
• Ability to work individually as well as within a Team.
• Flexible approach to work and hours.

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Forklift Engineer

JG265 – Forklift Engineer

Location: Plymouth

Salary: £30,000 – £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits

Overview:

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

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Skills and Qualifications:

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

Location: Plymouth

Salary: £30,000 – £37,500 + Overtime + Benefits…

HIU Service Engineer

MS549 – HIU Service Engineer 

Location: East ondon

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum + van

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HIU Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. As a HIU Service Engineer, you will be required to service and repair various types of HIUs. This includes the commissioning of heating circuits, setting up Domestic Hot Water for resident use, application of efficiency settings and the ability to carry out first time repairs.

Applications from ex-military personnel are encouraged but all applications will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all Quality Management and Compliance Documentation for HIU Servicing and reactive repair activities is correct and complete for each site.
• Proactively drive Legislative and Contractual Compliance, profitability, and customer satisfaction within the customer portfolio.
• Provide technical assistance to clients, and work colleagues within, whilst fulfilling and meeting both Quality Standards and HSE Objectives.
• Proactively manage customer HSE objectives and Quality Standards and ensure the adoption of Safe Working Practices during the works within Residential Properties.
• Make effective recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Produce a high standard of work and provide detailed job reports.
• Support and assist your colleagues where necessary.
• Servicing and repairs to Hydraulic Interface Units by carrying out a first time fix.
• Stock control to ensure you have the required levels of components to carry out a first time repair.
• React to Hydraulic Interface Unit repair works to investigate the cause of breakdown and where possible, service the HIU and carry out efficiency settings to heating and hot water circuits.
• React to client requests outside of the working hours by accepting requests and attending to residential breakdowns to the service level agreement during your period of being on call.
• Updating the client only via your job report and provide limited information to the resident so updates can be provided to the residents by the client.
• Provide training and advice to new employees and support their development.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Served a recognised apprenticeship and/or be qualified to City & Guilds / NVQ level 2 in Plumbing/HVAC with Electrical qualifications and registered to the appropriate body as required for the role.
• Servicing and fault diagnosing on Hydraulic Interface Units.
• Electrical qualification to the latest Edition of BS 7671 that includes modifying current electrical controls.
• Willingness to study for relevant Industry qualifications is essential.
• Good customer service skills.
• Hot Water Systems or valid unvented hot water certification.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (depending upon experience) + out of hours reactive calls.
• The working week will be 37 hours.
• Company van.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Sickness insurance.
• Death in Service.
• 24 Days not including bank holidays.

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Roadside Mechanic

MB875: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Belfast and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £53,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business,Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much, much more

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national business who are looking to recruit multiple Roadside Mechanics on a permanent basis due to growth based all across the country.

As a Roadside Mechanic, you’ll handle diverse breakdowns and technical issues, making technical expertise essential. With a base pay of £35,000, your earning potential is unlimited, with average earnings between £43,000 to £53,000.

You will benefit from a comprehensive induction, access to the latest vehicle technology, and support from our technical team. Grow your careers within our business whilst delivering an exceptional service to our members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• You’ll be carrying out , diagnostics, roadside repairs and checks on various vehicles whilst providing the best customer experience possible.
• You’ll be dealing with a variety of fixes, fixing all kinds of problems, and meeting different people every day.
• Recovering and towing customers vehicles to their home address.
• 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.
• If a vehicle can’t be fixed, then the issue can be escalated to the internal Mobile Mechanic team who will visit the customer at their home address to carry out necessary repairs.

Skills & Experience:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer-focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

MB875: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Belfast and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £53,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business,Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much…

Roadside Mechanic

MB877: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Bristol and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £60,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business, Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much, much more

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national business who are looking to recruit multiple Roadside Mechanics on a permanent basis due to growth based all across the country.

As a Roadside Mechanic, you’ll handle diverse breakdowns and technical issues, making technical expertise essential. With a base pay of £35,000, your earning potential is unlimited, with average earnings between £43,000 to £60,000.

You will benefit from a comprehensive induction, access to the latest vehicle technology, and support from our technical team. Grow your careers within our business whilst delivering an exceptional service to our members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• You’ll be carrying out , diagnostics, roadside repairs and checks on various vehicles whilst providing the best customer experience possible.
• You’ll be dealing with a variety of fixes, fixing all kinds of problems, and meeting different people every day.
• Recovering and towing customers vehicles to their home address.
• 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.
• If a vehicle can’t be fixed, then the issue can be escalated to the internal Mobile Mechanic team who will visit the customer at their home address to carry out necessary repairs.

Skills & Experience:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer-focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

MB877: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Bristol and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £60,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business, Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and…

Roadside Mechanic

MB879: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Chesterfield and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £60,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business, Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, tech and much, much more

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national business who are looking to recruit multiple Roadside Mechanics on a permanent basis due to growth based all across the country.

As a Roadside Mechanic, you’ll handle diverse breakdowns and technical issues, making technical expertise essential. With a base pay of £35,000, your earning potential is unlimited, with average earnings between £43,000 to £60,000.

You will benefit from a comprehensive induction, access to the latest vehicle technology, and support from our technical team. Grow your careers within our business whilst delivering an exceptional service to our members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• You’ll be carrying out , diagnostics, roadside repairs and checks on various vehicles whilst providing the best customer experience possible.
• You’ll be dealing with a variety of fixes, fixing all kinds of problems, and meeting different people every day.
• Recovering and towing customers vehicles to their home address.
• 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.
• If a vehicle can’t be fixed, then the issue can be escalated to the internal Mobile Mechanic team who will visit the customer at their home address to carry out necessary repairs.

Skills & Experience:

• A Level 2 light vehicle maintenance qualification (or equivalent)
• Demonstrative technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience
• A customer-focused approach
• A full UK driving licence

MB879: Roadside Mechanic
Location: Chesterfield and surrounding area
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime and bonuses ( £48,000 – £60,000 OTE)
Working Hours: Work pattern of 40-hours weekly, Monday to Saturday (various shifts covering 24 hour operation)
Additional Company Benefits: Colleague Share Scheme – a unique opportunity to become a co-owner of our business and share in the future success of the business, Holiday allowance of 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service), No additional travel time – Start and finish on your driveway (so you’re paid door to door), Option to join Personal Pension scheme where we will match / contribute up to 6.5% on qualifying earnings, 2 x Basic Salary Core Employer funded Life Assurance cover (4 x for pension scheme members) with the option to flex up to 10 x cover, Family leave support including paid time off, flexibility and resources to help balance work and family commitments, Confidential personal support service, available 24 hours per day every day of the year for both you and any family members aged 16+ in your household, Car salary sacrifice scheme – after 12 months of employment, where you’ll enjoy significant tax savings, including electric vehicle options, FREE Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from Day One, Access to Orange Savings, our online discounts portal offering 1000’s of savings on high street retailers, supermarkets, holidays, t…