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Warehouse Shift Manager

JB472: Warehouse Shift Manager

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £35,000 – £37,500 per annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a Warehouse Shift Manager

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

Duties and Responsibilities for the Warehouse Shift Manager:

Lead daily pre-shift briefings, communicating priorities, performance updates and safety reminders.
Support a positive, collaborative working environment through clear expectations and respectful communication.
Motivate operatives, offering coaching, encouragement and guidance.
Provide feedback to team members and support multi-skilling and on-the-job training.
Promote colleague wellbeing, responding fairly and promptly to concerns.
Enforce Health & Safety working practices and initiative, and ensure the shift operates in a safe, tidy and compliant environment.
Manage the workflow across picking, packing, goods-in, put-away and dispatch activities.
Allocate labour effectively to meet operational targets and respond to volume fluctuations.
Monitor shift KPIs (order accuracy, productivity, timeliness) and adjust workflow in real time.
Uphold 5S standards, ensuring workspaces remain safe, organised and efficient.
Conduct spot checks, audits and quality controls to maintain accuracy, compliance and a safe working environment.
Troubleshoot delays, shortages, mis-picks or equipment issues promptly.
Prepare accurate shift reports and handovers to the next shift.
Support continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting solutions.

Skills and Qualifications for the Warehouse Shift Manager:
Essential:

Proven experience in warehouse supervisor, leader or logistics management (supervisory level or above).
Background in 3PL/warehouse management
Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills.
Good understanding of warehouse processes, stock control, and systems.
Excellent time management, organisation and prioritisation skills.
Knowledge of health & safety standards and manual handling regulations.
Ability to analyze performance data and implement improvements.
Flexible, problem-solving mindset with ability to work under pressure.
Ability to optimise workflow and resource allocation.
A keen eye for detail and the ability to understand, follow, and champion company procedures.

Preferred:

Ability to train and develop staff while maintaining high engagement levels.
Experience in labour management and task planning for a team.
Understanding of relevant warehouse technologies.
Certification in Health & Safety or Warehouse Management.

Location: Nottingham

Salary: £35,000 – £37,500 per annum…

Production Operator

MS651 – Production Operator

Location: Eye, Suffolk

Salary: £31,000 – £40,000 DOE + Benefits

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Production Operator on behalf of one of our clients.

Assisting the Production Team Leader in the safe and efficient running of the plant, you will undertake technical and operational duties, which include plant monitoring and maintenance to ensure maximum plant availability and performance. The successful candidate will be joining the operations team, which works a shift system covering 24 hours operation, 7 days a week. You will work an average of 38 hours a week.

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

To execute operational and ‘frontline’ maintenance activities in accordance with the approved processes and procedures.
To investigate plant problems and identify solutions.
To prepare technical reports and maintain appropriate records within recognised systems.
To complete accurate and concise shift handovers.
To work as an integral part of the shift team ensuring the safe and effective operations of the plant.
To carry out operational routines and inspections.
To ensure safe working practices and procedures are adhered to.
To support the Production Team Leader in preparation of safety documents.
To assist and cover duties within the fuel and ash production teams.

Skills and Qualifications:

You will ideally have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in the power utility sector.
Mechanical or electrical skills, including fault finding techniques.
This position requires a high degree of flexibility, self-motivation & the ability to work well as part of a team.

Benefits:

Shift pattern averaging 38 hours a week.
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays – increasing with service.
Salary sacrifice pension scheme – 5% matched contributions, increasing with service.
Long service award after 10 years plus.
Life cover, four times basic salary.
Following successful completion of probation period – Private Healthcare cover, Cycle to work and EV salary sacrifice scheme.

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HGV Class 2 Driver

JB471: HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Truro

Class 2 driver – £31,000 – £32,000

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a class 2 Removal Driver / Porter.

The removal driver / porter is to carry out removal and storage work using company vehicles and equipment and to represent the company in the best light to customers.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

To carry out UK direct road removals as part of a removal team.
To assist as part of a packing or unpacking team on deep-sea exports or imports of household goods
To carry out UK commercial and office road removals and storage
To act as Job Foreman on the above activities when required
To load and unload storage containers from company vehicles when required using forklift truck (subject to authorisation and certification)
To ensure that all schedules agreed with customers are maintained, or where this is not possible to ensure that branch management and customer are kept aware of any required change to schedule.
To assist as part of a packing or unpacking team on deep-sea exports or imports of household goods
To ensure that all paperwork related to daily activities is completed in an accurate and timely manner and returned to the office in a timely manner
To ensure that company vehicles and equipment are kept in a tidy, serviceable and roadworthy state
To act as the first point of contact for the customer when acting as Job Foreman

Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

Class 2 (Cat C) Driving licence (Clean)
CPC and digi tacho
Physically fit and able
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Willing to nights away

Location: Truro

Class 2 driver – £31,000 – £32,000…

HGV Class 1 Driver

JB470: HGV Class 1 Driver

Location: Truro

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently supporting one of our established and expanding businesses in the search for a class 1 Removal Driver / Porter.

The removal driver / porter is to carry out removal and storage work using company vehicles and equipment and to represent the company in the best light to customers.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Class 1 Driver:

To carry out UK and European direct road removals as part of a removal team.
To assist as part of a packing or unpacking team on deep-sea exports or imports of household goods
To carry out UK commercial and office road removals and storage
To act as Job Foreman on the above activities when required
To load and unload storage containers from company vehicles when required using forklift truck (subject to authorisation and certification)
To ensure that all schedules agreed with customers are maintained, or where this is not possible to ensure that branch management and customer are kept aware of any required change to schedule.
To assist as part of a packing or unpacking team on deep-sea exports or imports of household goods
To ensure that all paperwork related to daily activities is completed in an accurate and timely manner and returned to the office in a timely manner
To ensure that company vehicles and equipment are kept in a tidy, serviceable and roadworthy state
To act as the first point of contact for the customer when acting as Job Foreman

Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Class 1 Driver:

Class 1 (Cat C+E) Driving licence (Clean)
CPC and digi tacho
Physically fit and able
Strong communication skills
Strong customer service skills
Willing to nights away

Location: Truro

Salary: £36,000 – £38,000 per annum…

Forklift Workshop Engineer

JG260 – Workshop Forklift Engineer

Location: East Kilbride

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: East Kilbride

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

HGV Technician

JB469: HGV Technician

Location: Grantham

Salary: £19.50 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week including 30 mins paid break. Mon-Fri 6am-2pm/Mon – Fri 2pm-10pm alternate weeks.

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Technician 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 for the HGV Technician:

Performing major and minor repairs to heavy goods vehicles, trailers and other vehicles.
Performing regular inspection and general preventive maintenance services such as tyre rotation and oil changes.
Maintaining inventory in the workshop and cleanliness from oil spills and dust
Working with repair teams to help diagnose and plan repairs for the vehicles.
Maintaining records of vehicles that have been repaired or handled.
Providing repair services to clients on the road in case of emergencies.
Completing relevant documentation and paperwork as required and providing warranty claims or escalating them to higher management.

Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Technician:

You will need to be level 3 (NVQ or City and Guilds or IMI Qualification) in HGV Vehicle Repair and maintenance.
You will need the ability to identify worn and faulty components in accordance with the DVSA Standards
UK driving license for the relevant vehicle classes

Benefits for the HGV Technician:

Overtime opportunities paid at X 1.5 basic hourly rate
Saturdays paid at overtime.
An extra day off for your Birthday
20 days of annual leave per year PLUS Bank Holidays
Four times death in service benefit
Branded uniform and boot allowance
Working for Motor Trader’s ‘Employer of the Year’.
Working for an official Great Place to Work™️ and UK Best Workplace.
Working for a Best UK Workplace for Wellbeing and Development.
Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS)
Working with our award-winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process.
Recipients of the Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant
Awarded Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award (RLS)
Working with our award-winning team – we are Motor Trader’s CV Employer of the Year and won silver at the internal communication and engagement awards for our new starter onboarding process.
Auto-enrolment pension.
Self-development journal
Ranked 101 in SW Business Insider’s Top 500 Companies
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay policies.
Access to our wellness programme and Employee Assistance Programmes, including WeCare from Canada Life (EAP and 24HR Online GP access and second Medical Opinion).
Mental Health First Aiders.
Reward and recognition programmes, including our annual awards and opportunities to attend the Wembley box as a celebration of your hard work and dedication.
Annual appraisals programme and progression opportunities.
Manufacturer training and access to our in-house training.
Long service recognition and annual leave increase after 5 years’ service.
Branded uniform
Charities of the Year programme, Army Sport sponsors and community engagement initiatives

Location: Grantham

Salary: £19.50 per hour…

Building Services Engineer

BJ172 – Building Services Engineer
Location: Ascot
Salary: £45,000 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Overview:

The Mechanical Engineer will support the delivery of all mechanical building services and infrastructure across the venue, working under the direction of the M&E Team Leader.

You will be responsible for providing mechanical engineering expertise to support long-term asset maintenance, system reliability and operational performance. Ensuring the longevity and efficient day-to-day operation of the estate’s mechanical infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitor and complete reactive and PPM work orders using the CAFM system, ensuring timely completion and accurate record-keeping
Promote and uphold Health & Safety standards within the M&E team
Support the M&E Team Leader with contractor management, including oversight of the catering equipment maintenance contract and associated service delivery
Assist with onsite C.A.T scanning activities (training available if required)
Monitor, document and analyse building performance data via the BMS platform, ensuring systems operate effectively
Carry out fault-finding, maintenance and repair of AHUs and FCUs, including replacement of belts, filters, and associated components
Ensure the reliable and efficient operation of all mechanical building services, in line with site operating procedures and standard maintenance practices
Conduct routine mechanical alarm testing, ensuring all results and certification are documented accurately and maintained in compliance logs
Support small-scale plumbing and mechanical installation projects, including temporary water and drainage provisions for race days and live events
Support the team’s on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support (1 in 5 weeks)

Skills and Qualifications:

Recognised formal mechanical or plumbing training (e.g., City and Guilds)
Relevant qualifications and competencies in a mechanical discipline
Formal training in catering equipment maintenance and repairs (advantageous)
Significant experience as a Building Services Engineer within a large organisation
Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings
Hands-on experience with BMS systems (advantageous)
Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and COSHH requirements
Proven experience in fault-finding techniques

BJ172 – Building Services Engineer
Location: Ascot
Salary: £45,000 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week…

Groundsperson

BJ171 – Groundsperson
Location: Ascot
Salary: £35,516 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (40 Hours Per Week)

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Painting and Decorating Operative on behalf of one of our clients.

Carrying out grounds maintenance, operating machinery and tractor driving as required. This will also involve attendance on racedays, including those that take place at weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To operate machinery and tractor drive as required.
To assist in the preparation of all racing surfaces and course renovation after racing.
To build and repair (maintenance) of hurdles and fences.
To assist with the movement of the course running rail.
To assist with mowing of all grass areas.
To operate the irrigation system and water the track and other areas as instructed.
To assist with the maintenance of non-grass areas inside perimeter fencing.
To assist with the maintenance of car park areas, including drainage systems.
To assist with the cleaning of outdoor areas as and when required.
To assist with the preparation of planting schemes.
To carry out general maintenance of machinery as required.
To undertake such other duties as the Company may at times reasonably require.

Skills and experience:

The Job holder should have experience in general grounds maintenance and use of relevant machinery, including experience in tractor driving.
Must hold a valid Full UK Driver’s License or equivalent.
NVQ level 2 or equivalent- desirable.
PA1/PA6 spraying pesticide certificates- desirable.
Experience of operating irrigation equipment would be beneficial.

BJ171 – Groundsperson
Location: Ascot
Salary: £35,516 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday – Friday (40 Hours Per Week)…

Painting and Decorating Operative

BJ170 Painting and Decorating Operative
Location: Ascot
Salary: £30,526 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Painting and Decorating Operative on behalf of one of our clients.

Painting and Decorating operative will be responsible for supporting the Painting and Decorating (P&D) team, in the delivery of all Painting and Decorating elements across Ascot Racecourse. You will support the long- term maintenance, day to day operation as well as event set up. You will provide knowledge of operation and building infrastructure. You will report to the P&D Team Leader and work as part of the wider Property Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the P&D Team leader with Health and Safety within the Painting and Decorating Team and contractors under your direct control, making sure that RAMS are received, filed and followed.
Support on raising orders for P&D budget lines, making sure any overspends are communicated to the Facilities Manager.
Issuing, monitoring, and assisting where needed, and closing all the reactive jobs on a regular basis.
To ensure and maintain the estate in accordance with operating procedures.
To undertake regular inspections of the estate, making sure any faults are repaired within deadlines.
CAPEX project support

Skills and Qualifications:

Significant experience as a Painter and Decorator for a large organisation.
Possess relevant qualifications and competencies relating to a Painting and Decorating background.
Knowledge of relevant Health & Safety, Electricity at Work regulations and COSHH requirements an advantage
Computer literate with a good standard of ICT knowledge including Microsoft Office.

BJ170 Painting and Decorating Operative
Location: Ascot
Salary: £30,526 Per Annum
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours per week…

Vehicle Technician

MB821: Vehicle Technician
Location: Newport (Isle of Wight)
Salary: £32,000 – £34,000 + £40,000 OTE
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday (5 and a half days a week)
Company Benefits: Company Pension, Performance Bonus, Company Benefits Scheme, Long Service Rewards

Overview:

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business who are looking to recruit a Vehicle Technician on a permanent basis due to growth located at their Isle of Wight location.

The successful candidates for the Vehicle Technician positions will have previous experience in a similar role and strong teamwork skills.
You will be welcomed into a friendly team and have the opportunity to work with an exciting product.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Carrying out service, diagnosis and repair of vehicles to excellent standards.
Communicating with the Service Reception team and Workshop Control.
Speaking with customers on occasion to provide your expert, technical opinion.
Maintaining thorough and up-to-date product knowledge.
Maintaining exceptionally high customer service levels that lead to customer loyalty and referrals.
Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work.