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.
Latest Jobs
Electrical Installers
Fleet
Hampshire
£21 per hour
Required: Electrical Installers  Start date: Monday 27/07 + Monday 03/08 Location: Fleet, Hampshire (GU51) Duration: 6 Weeks Pay Rate: £21.00p/hr Site Hours: Monday - Thursday (8am-6pm) paid 38hrs p/wk (3 day weekend) Duties: Must have
Electrician
North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire
£26 per hour
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an Electrician to work on a project in Catterick, DL9. This role is due to last 4 weeks. As an Electrician, you must hold a Gold JIB Card, as a minimum Due to site safety regulations, you must hold Site
Plumbers + Pipefitters
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
£26 per hour
Required: Plumbers &/or Pipefitters Location: Shepton Mallet (BA4) Duration: 4months Pay rate (CIS): £26p/hr Start Date: Monday 03/08 Site Hours: 07.30-17.00 (16.00 Fridays) Project: new commercial installation – soil pipework, copper, some iron,
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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