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Welder/Fabricator

MB871: Welder/Fabricator
Location: Sleaford, Lincolnshire
Salary: £31,000
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Additional Company Benefits: Generous holiday allowance, Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance, Employee share scheme , Employee shopping savings portal
Payment of Professional Fees, Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave , Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement, ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day’s paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic International Defence business who are looking to recruit a Welder/Fabricator on a permanent basis due to growth to be based at their Sleaford depot.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Day to day, you’ll perform weld tasks to the defined standards in line with skills & competency.
Ensure all job transactions are accurately recorded and carried out in accordance with current ERP processes and that work completed and time taken to complete the job is submitted daily to the department / section Supervisor.
Completion of task / recording sheers / reports to current standards.
Carry out work to the required standard and specification as detailed on the job card in accordance with the customer requirements, current regulations, local instructions, processes and other approved technical publications.

Skills and Qualifications:

Level 3 Qualification in a Metal Workshop Engineering Discipline
Level 3 Qualification in MIG/TIG Welding (Mild Steel, Stainless Steel & Aluminium)

HGV Fitter

JB425: HGV Fitter

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: £44,460 Per Annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are looking for an experienced, commercial vehicle repair and maintenance HGV technician to join one of our renowned clients based in Milton Keynes.

This is a family owned and run company with very low turnover of staff. They operate a large fleet of construction vehicles, including tippers, skip trucks, grab trucks, and low loaders.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake all aspects of vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repair to keep the fleet to DVSA standards.

You will be based out of our clients large 6 bay workshop in Milton Keynes, and will be working Monday to Friday, 7:30am- 5pm.

Duties & Responsibilities for the HGV Fitter:

Carry out routine maintenance and servicing of HGVs in line with manufacturer specifications
Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on vehicles and trailers
Perform MOT preparations, safety inspections, and roadworthiness checks
Complete defect reports and job cards accurately and timely
Replace or repair faulty parts using hand tools and specialist equipment
Conduct diagnostic testing using electronic diagnostic tools and software
Ensure all work complies with current health & safety and DVSA regulations
Liaise with parts departments and suppliers for ordering components
Keep up-to-date with industry regulations and technical developments
Maintain a clean and organised working environment
Participate in call-out rota or shift patterns as required

Skills & Qualifications for the HGV Fitter:

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
Proven experience as an HGV mechanic/fitter or similar role
Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
Familiarity with diagnostic tools and repair manuals
Full UK Driving Licence (HGV Class 1 or 2 desirable but not essential)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Awareness of health & safety and DVSA regulations
IRTEC or equivalent technician accreditation (desirable but not essential)
Time-served apprenticeship in vehicle maintenance (preferred)

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: £44,460 Per Annum…

Highways Engineer

MS649 – Highways Engineer

Salary: £30,000 – £39,000 per annum + company vehicle (EV)

Location: Leicester

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Highways Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. The Field Highways Engineer plays an important part to undertake reactive and planned maintenance, installation, and commissioning works on highways control technology installations throughout Scotland. This includes CCTV, Traffic Monitoring Units, Variable Message Signs, Emergency Telephones and other installation and outstation electronic and communications equipment, mainly motorway based.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, control and communications installations in accordance with current Regulations and Manufacturer’s recommendations. Response to urgent or emergency failures.
Initial verification and periodic electrical testing and inspection to BS7671 of electrical installations, and issue of corresponding certification.
Updating schematic diagrams and as-built records.
Undertake all aspects of highway electrical maintenance works including routine and cyclic maintenance.
Take responsibility for Health and Safety to keep yourself and others safe, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
To keep records, complete all necessary paperwork, communicate and liaise with other employees, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the general public, clients and customers.

Skills and Qualifications:

Drivers licence.
Experience in a similar role.
Ideally you will have a national certificate in an electronic / electrical discipline, and vocational qualifications in the electrotechnical or telecommunications field.
It would be desirable if you have field installation and servicing role to help you hit the ground running.
Electrical testing and inspection to BS7671.

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Highways Engineer

MS649 – Highways Engineer

Salary: £30,000 – £39,000 per annum + van for work use

Location: Leicester

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical, control and communications installations in accordance with current Regulations and Manufacturer’s recommendations. Response to urgent or emergency failures.
Initial verification and periodic electrical testing and inspection to BS7671 of electrical installations, and issue of corresponding certification.
Updating schematic diagrams and as-built records.
Undertake all aspects of highway electrical maintenance works including routine and cyclic maintenance.
Take responsibility for Health and Safety to keep yourself and others safe, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
To keep records, complete all necessary paperwork, communicate and liaise with other employees, sub-contractors, the emergency services, the police, the general public, clients and customers.

Skills and Qualifications:

Drivers licence.
Experience in a similar role.
Ideally you will have a national certificate in an electronic / electrical discipline, and vocational qualifications in the electrotechnical or telecommunications field.
It would be desirable if you have field installation and servicing role to help you hit the ground running.
Electrical testing and inspection to BS7671.

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Maintenance Engineer

AL928: Maintenance Engineer

Location: Hounslow, London

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 Per Annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Maintenance 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:

Carry out scheduled maintenance visits, repairs and breakdowns as instructed.
Install or Commission equipment as instructed.
To carry out all work in accordance with company procedures, standards, safety policies and time frames.

Skills and Qualifications:

Able to read and understand electrical, mechanical drawings.
Problem/fault finding capability.
Communicate precisely both in writing and verbally.
Work from own initiative with minimum supervision.
Work as a team member as required on multi-person activities.
Maintain a full clean driving licence.
Relevant electrical / engineering qualifications
This is a Multi-Skilled position, need both Mechanical and Electrical experience.

Location: Hounslow, London

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 Per Annum…

Area Sales Manager

BJ162 – Area Sales Manager
Location: Thirsk + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Car
Working Hours: Monday – Friday

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Area Sales Manager on behalf of one of our fantastic clients in Thirsk.

Our client provides a range of mobile & static platform lift hire solutions, backed by expert training services. Previous sales experience in the powered access hire industry is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will primarily be responsible for promoting all our services and benefits to the customer and maximising sales through face to face visits and cold calling.
You will manage an existing customer portfolio and target new business in accordance with depot targets.
You should work with the Depot Manager to retain and manage all customers and sites within an agreed sales area.
You will be needed to achieve revenue growth against depot budget and reactivate dormant accounts.
You will complete weekly planners and call reports and complete and update account management, site sheets and quote records.
You will need to carry out site surveys as required aiding the customer in selecting the appropriate machine for the task.
You will be required to build effective customer relationships, exceed customer service and expectations and resolve any customer issues promptly and satisfactorily.
You will be expected to achieve goals and objectives and exceed targets.

Skills and Qualifications

You should be able to demonstrate a successful sales track record in the rental sector.
You are customer focused and possess excellent administration and organisation skills.
You should have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate face to face and on the telephone and be computer literate.
You are a proactive individual who is confident and a personable negotiator.
A full Category B driving licence is essential

BJ162 – Area Sales Manager
Location: Thirsk + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Car
Working Hours: Monday – Friday…

Area Sales Manager

BJ161 – Area Sales Manager
Location: Aylesbury + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Car
Working Hours: Monday – Friday

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Area Sales Manager on behalf of one of our fantastic clients in Aylesbury.

Our client provides a range of mobile & static platform lift hire solutions, backed by expert training services. Previous sales experience in the powered access hire industry is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will primarily be responsible for promoting all our services and benefits to the customer and maximising sales through face to face visits and cold calling.
You will manage an existing customer portfolio and target new business in accordance with depot targets.
You should work with the Depot Manager to retain and manage all customers and sites within an agreed sales area.
You will be needed to achieve revenue growth against depot budget and reactivate dormant accounts.
You will complete weekly planners and call reports and complete and update account management, site sheets and quote records.
You will need to carry out site surveys as required aiding the customer in selecting the appropriate machine for the task.
You will be required to build effective customer relationships, exceed customer service and expectations and resolve any customer issues promptly and satisfactorily.
You will be expected to achieve goals and objectives and exceed targets.

Skills and Qualifications

You should be able to demonstrate a successful sales track record in the rental sector.
You are customer focused and possess excellent administration and organisation skills.
You should have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate face to face and on the telephone and be computer literate.
You are a proactive individual who is confident and a personable negotiator.
A full Category B driving licence is essential

BJ161 – Area Sales Manager
Location: Aylesbury + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Car
Working Hours: Monday – Friday…

Lift Engineer

BJ156 – Lift Engineer
Location: Aylesbury + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Van
Working Hours: Monday – Friday

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Lift Engineer on behalf of one of our fantastic clients in Aylesbury.

Our client provides a range of mobile & static platform lift hire solutions, backed by expert training services. Whilst they encourage applications from ex-military personnel, all candidates will be given due consideration.

You will be providing on-going support to hydraulic lift tables, electric platform lifts, scissor lift tables, and electric lift tables.

Duties and Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair faults on both in-house and third-party powered access equipment.
Conduct thorough Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) examinations.
Assist with servicing, refurbishments, and general workshop duties.
Respond promptly and effectively to on-site breakdowns and callouts.

Skills and Qualifications

Proven qualifications and experience as a Powered Access Engineer or Plant Fitter.
Valid UK driving license.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently.
Team player with a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.

BJ156 – Lift Engineer
Location: Aylesbury + Surrounding Areas
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Per Annum + Company Van
Working Hours: Monday – Friday…

Trainee Assistant Branch Manager

BJ166 – Trainee Assistant Branch Manager
Location: Swindon
Salary: £25,657 Per Annum + Percentage of Stores Sales (£27,500 – £29,000 OTE)
Working Hours: 39 hours per week, 5 days out of 6 (3 out of 4 Saturdays per month)

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure branch is opened and closed on time. Record absence in the correct manner.
Support the Manager with leading the direction and motivation of staff being aware of issues and proposing solutions to improve
Support the Manager to ensure business development phone calls are conducted and logged using CRM
Support the Manager to ensure new customers (prospects) are acquired and taken through prospect process using CRM
Ensure thorough understanding and contribution to monthly Balanced Scorecard
Respond promptly to any out of hours call outs, managing holiday & store closures appropriately
Ensure strong working procedures are followed within store to ensure branch runs efficiently – eg. filing to be completed at the end of the day/ action plan created
Perform first line response (eg. challenge and report if necessary) to disciplinary or performance issues and monitor and engage to tackle issues at early stages
Support the Manager in development of staff skills including product and sales training. Identify areas for improvement and lead their personal development using all resources available
Ensure all customers are greeted on arrival and approached at an appropriate moment to identify their needs and solutions are suggested enthusiastically
Support the Manager to ensure staff deliver company’s vision for the store and customer experience
Ensure all staff actively participate in company promotions
Support the manager in preparation and execution of yearly stock take
Ensure PPI is conducted and discrepancies are thoroughly investigated
Attend and actively contribute to Assistant Managers’ meetings throughout the year
Ensure both current and redundant paperwork is filed and stored safely and logically so that documents can be readily retrieved (complying with PCI DSS obligations)
Ensure staff maintain a satisfactory level of appearance and personal hygiene
Implement Company Health and Safety policy and ensure continued compliance
Ensure all safe working practices are followed and all checks are completed thoroughly and promptly
Support the Manager in ensuring the swift and well merchandised roll out of new product into store
Be able to lead product demonstrations or training when required
Be able to undertake weekly buildings inspections & report defects promptly
Manage contractors when on site, ensuring compliance with any health and safety procedures

Skills and Qualifications:

Ability to maintain productive working relationships with colleagues, suppliers and customers.
Ability to remain calm and focused when under pressure.
Using your own initiative (recommending various products, cross-selling etc.)
A friendly and outgoing personality.
Experience of dealing with both retail and trade customers advantageous but not necessarily required.

Fitter & Assembler

MS634 – Fitter & Assembler

Salary: £27,040 – £31,300 per annum DOE

Location: Aylesbury

Shifts:

Monday – Friday: 6am – 2pm.

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Fitter 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:

The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
A meticulous approach to fitting and assembly work, ensuring high standards of precision.
Carrying out fitting and assembly work as directed by the Team Leader.
Adhering to working instructions provided by engineers, project managers and supervisors.
Ensuring strict compliance with all health & safety requirements and protocols.
Participating in quality control processes to maintain the highest standard of products.
Contributing to continuous improvement projects, offering valuable insights and ideas.
Working diligently to maintain a high standard of manufacturing output.
Carry out production duties as directed by Team Leader.
To assist in any production area / duty when required.
Production plant, machinery and equipment.
Look after the company’s interests at all times.
Maintain strict confidentiality on all matters relating to company business.
Ensure that the company’s procedures are followed.
Maintain good housekeeping practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

You must have worked for a minimum of 2 years within a manufacturing industry.
A strong work ethic and positive attitude with good attention to detail.
The ability to solve problems, work under pressure and prioritise.
Must be able to work under your own initiative, but also to work as part of a team.
The ability to read engineering drawings, mainly third angle projection drawings.

Benefits:

25 days holiday + bank holidays.
Life assurance.
Pension.
Health cash plan.
On-site parking.
On-site electric charging points.
Social events.
Seasonal flu jabs.

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