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HGV Technician

MS669 – HGV Technician

Location: Trafford, Manchester

Salary: £42,000 – £47,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an HGV Technician on behalf of one of our clients.

You will ensure the maintenance and repair of waste trucks, contributing significantly to environmental and community well-being.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Utilise advanced diagnostic tools to identify faults and execute effective repairs.
Dismantle and overhaul vehicle components to restore optimal functionality.
Maintain vehicles and plant equipment to ensure efficient operation.
Use tablets and PDAs to complete and maintain documentation, including job cards and inspections.
Test equipment and tools, monitor workshop performance and ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.
Perform road tests on vehicles to confirm safety and assist with roadside breakdowns, committing to ongoing professional development.
Ad-hoc driving jobs e.g. taking a vehicle to get an MOT test etc.

Skills and Qualifications:

City & Guilds in heavy vehicles, maintenance and repair, IRTEC, or NVQ certification.
Municipal experience.
Special tools and diagnostic equipment provided.
Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
Good communication skills.

Benefits:

Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like a supervisor or explore different career opportunities within the account or business.
Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded CPC qualification, tailored to your growth.
Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to award-winning programs.
Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days.
Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving and gym memberships.
Access an online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
Take part in community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

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Multi-Skilled Engineer

MS685 – Multi-Skilled Engineer

Location: Anwick

Salary: £ Competitive

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. As a Multi-Skilled Engineer, you will provide an effective engineering service to the production team, responding promptly to breakdowns and maintenance needs. You will maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs.

Hours: 4 days on 4 off 4 nights on 4 off. 5.30 – 17.30

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide effective breakdown cover and carry out repairs to ensure optimum machine performance.
Perform planned maintenance and adjustments within your competence.
Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults quickly and effectively.
Ensure all equipment operates efficiently and meets product specifications.
Work closely with the Engineering leadership team to escalate faults beyond your competence.
Comply with Health & Safety rules (including COSHH) and promote safe working practices.
Assist in training and assessing staff on machine operation.
Liaise with visiting engineers to ensure improvements deliver business benefits.
Complete all equipment documentation accurately and ensure proper filing.
Report non-conformances in machine performance promptly.
Use SAP PPM system for capturing engineering labour and parts.
Support production targets and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Mechanical or Electrical).
Recognised UK qualifications.
Proven multi-skilled experience with strong electrical competence.
Previous experience in manufacturing operations.
Literacy and numeracy to National Level 2 Standard.

Desirable:

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent.
Experience in food processing or poultry machinery.
PLC knowledge and welding experience.
Knowledge of lean techniques and processes.
17th/18th Edition qualification.
Automated machinery experience and computer literacy.

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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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Senior Bid Writer

MB967: Senior Bid Writer
Location: Swindon
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + £5,750 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 Senior Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience.
Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements.
Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information.
Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings.
Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents.
Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion.
Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions.
Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators.
Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses.
Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client.
Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny.
Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant.
Assist with Knowledge Management.
Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment.

Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment.
Proven experience of managing a team.
Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content.
Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies.
Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities.
Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels.
Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents.
Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment.
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes.

Mechanical Supervisor

MB984: Mechanical Supervisor
Location: Snowdonia
Salary: £65,000 + £5,750 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 Mechanical Supervisor on a permanent basis due to growth based at either their Snowdonia depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervise mechanical, electrical and public health installation works.
Coordinate MEP subcontractors and specialist trades.
Monitor quality, programme and compliance across all MEP activities.
Ensure works are carried out in accordance with health and safety requirements.
Work collaboratively with engineering, commercial and construction teams to deliver project objectives.

Skills and Qualifications:

At least 5 years construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing construction procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of plans, prints, specifications and schematics associated with the trade
Confidence in management of MEP subcontractors.
SSSTS
A University degree in engineering or equivalent

Bid Writer

MB965: Bid Writer
Location: Swindon
Salary: £42,000
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 Bid Writer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Produce written responses for PQQs and Tenders including; unique responses, references, case studies, CVs (in liaison with Bid Coordinators) and project experience.
Support the Head of Bid Management, Business Development Managers and Bid Managers in the production of PQQ and Tender responses, and associated elements.
Ensure compliance with the Work Winning processes and procedures to manage submissions and bid-related information.
Support briefings, kick-off meetings and progress meetings.
Ensure all tender documentation is presented to a uniformly high standard, editing and proofreading submission documents, as well as (when required) coordinating and supporting in the production and finalisation of documents.
Support the facilitation of storyboarding sessions with subject matter experts, taking ownership to completion.
Prepare graphics such as flow charts, diagrams and organisation charts as required to support high standard submissions.
Support contributors with content development and responses by assessing whether the questions are being answered (first drafts and red review process) in liaison with Bid Managers and Coordinators.
Provide feedback to the Head of Bid Management, Bid Managers and Bid Coordinators of progress with responses.
Contribute to the final publication, supporting the timely submission to the client.
Maintain the Document Management System ensuring a complete record of the submission is maintained for future review or scrutiny.
Identify and re-work existing pre-written content where relevant.
Assist with Knowledge Management.
Work to deadlines in a highly pressured environment.

Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in bid writing, proposal management, marketing communications, technical writing, or a similar work-winning environment.
Outstanding written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, engaging, and persuasive content.
Strong understanding of tendering, procurement processes, and best-practice bid methodologies.
Excellent attention to detail, editing, proofreading, and document quality assurance capabilities.
Skilled in stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to challenge, influence, and collaborate effectively at all levels.
Experience facilitating workshops, interviews, and content-gathering sessions with subject matter experts.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of producing professional, visually engaging submission documents.
Highly organised, resilient, and capable of managing multiple deadlines within a demanding commercial environment.
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and delivering winning outcomes

MB965: Bid Writer
Location: Swindon
Salary: £42,000
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…

Methods Engineer

MB966: Methods Engineer
Location: Swindon
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 + £5,750 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 Methods Engineer on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Analyse tender documents, specifications, and related technical data.
Prepare technical proposals and work plans, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with the project management and business development teams to ensure compliance with client requirements.
Develop detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgeting forecasts.
Identify potential technical challenges and propose innovative solutions.
Assist in the formulation of project execution plans and strategies for underground works.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams including geotechnical engineers, construction managers, and subcontractors.
Provide technical support and guidance during pre-bid meetings and client presentations.
Maintain clear and effective communication with all stakeholders throughout the tendering process.
Prepare comprehensive technical and commercial bid documents.
Maintain accurate records of all tender preparation activities and decisions.
Report on project progress, potential issues, and risk management plans.

Skills and Experience:

Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques.
Awareness of relevant procurement legislation.
Commercial awareness of different forms of contract.
Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning.

Senior Estimator

MB968: Senior Estimator
Location: Swindon
Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 + £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 Senior Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times
Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing
Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger
Provide advice to Bid Manager / Design Manager on most cost effective design options
Price alternative design solutions
Procedure competitive price using methodologies and outputs etc to suit conditions/ situations relevant to the scheme.
Advise Bid Manager of sufficiency of client bill of quantity / activity schedule and arrange for full quantity take off or checking as required.
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items
Ensure Working Rule Agreement (and any other specific requirements such as London Living wage) included in labour rates
Prepare scheme specific labour rate calculation where required.
Develop local rates/ build up rates for self-delivered items
Liaise with Planner to reconcile plant resource levels
Comparison sheet for materials considering unit rate (conversation factors), wastage, waiting times and part loads etc.
Liaise with procurement to determine appropriate selection of suppliers to send enquiries to.
Liaise with procurement to determine the sufficiency and compliance of supplier quotations
Liaise with procurement and agree on the selection of supplier quotations to be used in the estimate
Liaise with procurement & bid team to determine appropriate selection of subcontractors to send enquires to
Liaise with procurement to determine sufficiency and compliance of subcontractor quotations
Preparation of comparation sheet for subcontractors details additions/ deletions from quoted rates
Liaise with procurement and bid manager and agree on the selection of the subcontractor to be used in the estimate.
Liaise with Planner / Technical Services / Temporary Works Coordinator to agree extent and nature of temporary works.
Agree costs of temporary works with temporary works coordinator.

Skills and Experience:

Sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction techniques
Knowledge of relevant procurement legislation
Commercial awareness of different forms of contract
Sound knowledge of the governance and procedural requirements for work winning.
Detailed knowledge of estimating software packages

Construction Manager

MB969: Construction Manager
Location: Inverness
Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 + £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 Construction Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Inverness depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the Head of Projects in planning, coordinating, and delivering multiple civil engineering projects
Provide programme-level oversight of scope, cost, schedule, and risk.
Ensure integration between design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
Manage deliverables from inception and client ask, through pre construction, Delivery and handover.
Monitor performance against KPIs and take corrective action where required.
Civil Engineering Oversight
Lead delivery of complex civils packages (groundworks, reinforced concrete structures, infrastructure, drainage, earthworks, structural alterations, etc.).
Ensure works comply with technical specifications, site licence conditions, and regulatory standards.
Oversee subcontractor performance and commercial management in conjunction with the commercial team.
Governance, Risk & Compliance
Ensure projects comply with safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
Manage programme-level risk registers and mitigation strategies.
Prepare and present progress reports, financial forecasts, and risk updates to senior stakeholders.
Support assurance reviews, audits, and stage gate approvals.
Stakeholder & Client Interface
Act as a key interface between project teams, client representatives, regulators, and supply chain partners.
Support the Project Director in senior stakeholder engagement and strategic planning.
Contribute to long-term programme strategy and resource planning.
Commercial & Financial Control
Monitor programme budgets, forecasts, and cost performance.
Support change management processes and ensure variations are properly assessed and authorised.
Contribute to commercial negotiations where required.
Leadership & Team Development
Promote BRAVE culture aligned with site standards.
Provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers and Engineers.
Ensure HR procedures and best practice are applied.
Support with Employee Engagement.
Encourage continuous improvement and best practice across the programme.

Skills and Experience:

Demonstrable experience operating as a Construction Manager on major infrastructure or construction projects
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary site operations
Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and site logistics
Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners
Solid knowledge of HSEQ regulations and implementation on site
Proven track record of delivering projects to programme, budget, and quality targets
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
Experience working on renewable energy or large-scale civil engineering projects (desirable)
Experience within hydro-electric, power, or heavy infrastructure environments (desirable)
Experience working within joint venture or alliance structures (desirable)
Familiarity with remote or logistically challenging site environments
Ability to contribute to early-stage planning and constructability reviews
Experience driving productivity and efficiency improvements on site

Design Manager

MB930: Design Manager
Location: Workington
Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + £5,750 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 Design Manager on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Workington depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Manage the process, resolution and communication of all design queries as part of the project.
Review contract requirements and ensure compliance with requirements.
Raise requests for further information internally and externally from the whole project team.
Collaborate in the preparation of design programmes.
Manage communication with the Client design representative throughout the contract period.
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.
Manage and chair design reviews with the project team.
Manage and chair all design interface meetings with external parties.
Review designs for compliance with contract requirements and tender intentions.
Ensure compliance with design approval processes required by the contract.
Routinely monitor and report on progress of the design and explain any necessary actions.
Collaborate with the engagement of external suppliers/subcontractors.
Ensure the document register is completed by designers correctly and issued periodically.
Manage provision of drawings to the project team (document control).
Establish technical query procedure.
Review all design communications and collaboratively resolve queries.
Agree changes with the project team in accordance with project authority protocol.
Issue instructions to the Designer in accordance with project authority protocol.
Implement change order management.
Approve the designer’s quality management system.
Lead Design Reviews with approval and acceptance bodies.
Support Assurance functions with design-specific requirements.

Skills and Qualifications:

Wide-ranging understanding and working knowledge of construction methods and outputs and can coach others.
Must have spent 12 months completing designs as part of a consultancy or temporary works design department.
Will have both substantial construction and design experience.
Ability to deputise for the Project Manager if required.
Understands the Principal Designer Duties including ERIC.