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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Mechanical Project Manager

City of London

London

Negotiable

Mechanical Project Manager to join our client's team in delivering a landmark scheme above in central London. This is a technically complex project involving a mix of cut & carve and new build, delivering a CAT A commercial office fit-out over live retail units, with full mechanical infrastructure. You will take ownership of mechanical delivery across the project lifecycle, working closely with construction, commercial, and design teams to drive programme, quality, and performance.

Field Quality Engineer

City of London

London

Negotiable

Field Quality Engineer (M&E) to strengthen quality across UK operations. This is a hands-on, site-facing role focused on ensuring right-first-time delivery across mechanical and electrical packages: from installation through to commissioning and handover. You'll work across multiple projects, supporting teams on site, driving standards, and resolving quality issues before they impact programme or client delivery.

QEHS Manager

City of London

London

plus benefits

QEHS Manager to lead quality, environmental, health and safety across UK operations. This is a senior leadership role responsible for setting standards, driving performance and ensuring consistent delivery across mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services projects.

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