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The Mechanical & ElectricalRecruitment Specialists

Powering Careers, Connecting Talent

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.
Skilled Trades & Labour
Skilled Trades & Labour
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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.
Supervision & Technical
Supervision & Technical
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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.
Business Support
Business Support
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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.
Engineering and Manufacturing
Engineering and Manufacturing

Latest Jobs

Electricians & Electrical Mates/Installers

Barry
Vale of Glamorgan
£19 - £27 per hour
Required: Electricians & Electrical Installers  Location: near Barry (CF62) Duration: 3-4weeks Electrician (CIS) pay rate: £27p/hr. Electrical Installers (CIS) pay rate: £22p/hr Electrical Mates (CIS) pay rate: £19p/hr Start date: ASAP Site Hours:

Electrical Supervisor

Portsmouth
Hampshire
Inside IR35
Electrical Supervisor Portsmouth 12 Month Contract 1st Step Solutions are supporting a National Tier 1 M&E Contractor on the requirement of an experienced Electrical Supervisor for a school project in Portsmouth. Job Purpose: The

Mechanical Design Engineer

Ferndown
Dorset
£40000 - £60000 per annum
Mechanical Design Engineer Ringwood £40,000 – £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Holiday Are you a design engineer looking for a technically challenging role with fantastic career progression? Do you want a varied role encompassing all stages of the
Meet the Leadership Team

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

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Andy Brooks

Andy Brooks

Director/Owner
Careena Dabbs

Careena Dabbs

Director/Owner
Ralph Preston

Ralph Preston

Director/Owner
Andrea Llufrio

Andrea Llufrio

Director/Owner
Davinia Farr

Davinia Farr

Director/Owner
Matthew Williams

Matthew Williams

Director/Owner

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