The Mechanical & ElectricalRecruitment Specialists

Powering Careers, Connecting Talent

Welcome to 1st Step Solutions, your hub for Mechanical and Electrical recruitment. Managed by industry experts, and founded in 2004, we’ve built a reputation as a go-to for both talented candidates and valued clients.

In the UK, we bring a personal touch to bridging the gap between job seekers and companies. Let's take the 1st step together, where Mechanical and Electrical expertise meets a down-to-earth approach to career connections.

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Skilled Trades & Labour

At the heart of our operations lies a dedicated emphasis on M&E Trades and Labour. Our recruitment teams boast expertise in their respective areas, possessing a comprehensive understanding of the local transient workforce, ongoing projects, and market conditions, ensuring a targeted and proficient approach to our recruitment endeavours.

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Supervision & Technical

With expertise in temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment, we cater to a spectrum of roles crucial to project success from pre-construction through to handover. Whether you're seeking professionals for supervision, site management, technical positions, design roles, or those specialising in commercial and SHEQ aspects, our team is dedicated to connecting talent with opportunities that drive success in the ever-evolving landscape of the built environment.

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Business Support

Our consultants have extensive experience in sourcing talent that suits your business for the pivotal support roles that keep everything functioning, including Helpdesk Support, Document Control, Procurement, Bid Management, Purchase Ledger, Payroll, and Accounts roles.

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Engineering and Manufacturing

We specialise in delivering high-quality Engineering and Manufacturing recruitment solutions across a wide range of technical and operational disciplines. From hands-on specialists to senior leadership, we connect industry leading employers with exceptional talent.

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Electrical Estimator

London

£75000 - £90000 per annum

A key role as an Electrical Estimator undertaking all aspects of Estimating with a vast skillset and knowledge of estimating software, whilst working within a structured estimating department being able to produce tenders to a very high standard

Field Service Engineer

Manchester

Greater Manchester

£30000 - £33000 per annum + Van + Bonus + Overtime

Are you a Mechanical Engineer from any industry sector looking for a company that will provide full training so you can develop your career? On offer is the chance to work on technically challenging mechanical products in a field-based role that pays door to door with plenty of opportunity to maximise earnings with overtime.

Electrical Project Engineer

Exeter

Devon

Up to £60000 per annum + life & sickness cover & company car

The employer are seeking an accomplished Electrical Project Engineer to join the MEP team to deliver the electrical installation of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) - projects across the southwest area. The successful candidate will take responsibility for ensuring that the projects Electrical installation is delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget - while upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Meet the Leadership Team

Our management team brings a wealth of expertise and commitment to ensuring your journey with us is smooth and successful. Get acquainted with the leaders who make our vision a reality