Engineering and Manufacturing

At 1st Step Solutions, 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

We have specialist consultants recruiting a range of roles as below.

Automation & Control

CNC Machinist & Tool maker

Commissioning Install

Design Engineering

Electrical & Mechanical Engineers

Electronics Engineer

Maintenance & Service Engineers

Manufacturing & Production Engineers

Project Engineers & Management

Senior Management & Operational roles

Technical Sales & Business Development

Test & Calibration

Welder Fabricators

Quality Assurance & Control

 

Active jobs

CNC Machinist

Aylesford
Kent
£40000 - £55000 per annum
CNC Machinists (Lathes) Aylesford, Kent £40,000 - £55,000 (Earlies and Lates) + Bonus + Overtime + Pension Excellent opportunity for a CNC Machinist to join a company with fantastic career progression. On offer is a role for both

Electrical Improver

Bexley
Greater London
£210 per day
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an Electrical Improver to work on a project in Bexley, DA5.  Electrical Improver must hold an ECS Card as a minimum. IPAF is preferable. To be paid CIS, you must hold level 2 or 3 in Electrical

Electrician

Bexley
Greater London
£250 per day
1st Step Solutions are currently looking for an Electrician to work on a project in Bexley, DA5.  Electricians must hold a JIB Gold Card as a minimum. IPAF is preferable.  Job Summary: Location | Bexley, DA5 Rate | £250 per day Days | Monday –

Pipefitters + Mates/Labourers

Plymouth
Devon
£18 - £25 per hour
Required: Pipefitters + Mates/Labourers                 Start Date: Monday 17/08 Location: Plymouth, Devon (PL6) Pipefitters Pay Rate (CIS): £25.00 per hour Mates/Labourer: £18p/hr- £22p/hr (Depending on quals/experience) Hours:

Maintenance Engineer

Sheffield
South Yorkshire
£44000 - £50000 per annum
Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer Sheffield £44,000 – £50,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Pension + 25 Days Holiday Days Role | 37.5 Hours (Mon–Fri) An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer to join a growing and

Pipefitters

Port Talbot
Neath Port Talbot
£27 per hour
Required: Pipefitters Start Date: Monday 17/08 Location: Port Talbot (SA12) Hours: Monday - Friday (0700am-1700) paid 47.5hrs p/wk Duration: Work until Mid-End October 2026 Rate: £27.00 per hour CIS Duties: Pipework (Copper, screwed etc)

Electricians

Avonmouth
Bristol
£22.50 - £28 per hour
1st Step Solutions (M&E Recruitment Specialists) We are recruiting for Electricians to work in a short term or permanent basis across the Southwest & Wales Required: Electrician Location: Southwest & Wales (Van provided) Duration: 2-3 months +

Mechanical Supervisor

Plymouth
Devon
£325 per day
1st Step Solutions (M&E Recruitment Specialists)   We are recruiting for the following long-term project in Plymouth, which starts in early September '26   Required: Mechanical Supervisor Sector/Industry: Mechanical Building Services Location:

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06. 05. 2026

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09. 03. 2026

Easter 2026 - Timesheets

Due to a reduced payroll window please see our revised timesheet deadlines for the Easter period.
02. 03. 2026

Supporting Future Talent: 1st Step Solutions at Beauchamps School Mock Interviews

At 1st Step Solutions, we are committed to supporting the next generation as they prepare to enter the world of work. At the end of January, we were proud to be invited to take part in the Year 10 Mock Interview Day at Beauchamps High School, with our representative Davinia attending on behalf of the business.