Skilled Trades & Labour

Central to our business operations is a strong focus on Mechanical and Electrical Trades and Labour. Our recruitment teams are equipped with specialised knowledge in their respective domains, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the local transient workforce, ongoing projects, and market conditions. This ensures a precise and efficient approach to our recruitment efforts

Skilled trades and labour roles we often supply include:

Chargehands

Electricians

Electrical Testers

Pipefitters

Plumbers

Welders

Duct Fitters

Laggers

Associated Trade Improvers and Mates

Logistics Managers

Mechanical and Electrical Stores Managers

Lifting Supervisors

Crane Operators 

Slingers

Crane Operators

Plant Operators

Alongside the above, we are also able to provide associated skilled & unskilled labourers, and numerous other construction trades.

Active jobs

Venue Technician

Bristol
Bristol
Up to £35000 per annum + healthcare cash plan, reward scheme
We are working with a business that is recruiting for a venue technician assisting with electrical and mechanical inspections within the production lighting and entertainment sector, working across customer venues (Theatres, Concert Halls, School Stages etc). Assisting Electrical and Mechanical Inspectors and Service Engineers. There are opportunities for a venue technician to develop and progress towards specialisms in electrical, mechanical and audio-visual disciplines.

Electrical Tester

Lostock Gralam
Cheshire
Up to £28.00 per hour
Dead and live testing

Electrician

Lostock Gralam
Cheshire
Up to £25.00 per hour
Containment and wiring in the office and plant rooms.

M&E Stores Person

Leeds
West Yorkshire
Up to £20.00 per hour
M&E Stores Person required for an ongoing project in Leeds.

Electrical Installers

Manchester
Greater Manchester
Up to £27.00 per hour
Electrical Installers required in Manchester(M11)

Electrician

West London
London
Up to £240.00 per hour
Electrician required for a commercial project in Paddington, W2, until June.

MEP Store Manager

Cambridge
Cambridgeshire
£16.27 - £24 per hour
MEP Storeman required in Newmarket, CB8 - ASAP

Duct Fitter

Windlesham
Surrey
Up to £28.50 per hour
Duct Fitter required Windlesham | GU20 1st Step Solutions are currently looking for duct fitters to work on a pharmaceutical in Windlesham for around 3 months, potentially longer. Your duties will consist of working on galvanised duct work - ground level. You will be required to hold a valid duct fitter card. Free parking is available.

Meet our Skilled Trades & Labour Team

Andy Brooks

Andy Brooks

Director/Owner
Careena Dabbs

Careena Dabbs

Director/Owner
Ralph Preston

Ralph Preston

Director/Owner
Davinia Farr

Davinia Farr

Director/Owner
Matthew Williams

Matthew Williams

Director/Owner
Hayley Laurance

Hayley Laurance

Account Manager | Construction & Building Services
Kerrie Letchford

Kerrie Letchford

Recruitment Administrator
Emma Bennett

Emma Bennett

Recruitment Administrator
Courtney Roye

Courtney Roye

Consultant |  Construction & Building Services
Jess Lewis

Jess Lewis

Consultant | Construction & Building Services
Hannah Cleary

Hannah Cleary

Resourcer | Construction & Building Services
Shauna Hughes

Shauna Hughes

Resourcer | Construction & Building Services
Matthew Lowe

Matthew Lowe

Resourcer | Construction & Building Services
Louise Talbot

Louise Talbot

Resourcer
Josh Pigden

Josh Pigden

Technical Sales Consultant

Read our Blogs

18. 01. 2024

Candidate Testimonial

“1st Step Solutions is a great agency to work with, as well as providing great communication with any issues you need resolved with the employer. The staff are very helpful and can’t do enough to help regarding, employment and pay. I can’t speak highly enough of the company and staff as they always deliver. I recommend 1st Step and look forward to working with them again with any contract they have in the future. Great company and brilliant staff.” Craig | Electrician
12. 01. 2024

Mental Health Matters

1st Step Consultant, Courtney Roye shares her mental health story and journey towards becoming a Mental Health First Aider.
05. 01. 2024

1st Step Solutions Unveils a Fresh Look for 2024

As 1st Step Solutions proudly approaches its 20th anniversary, the company is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in its journey - an exciting logo and branding refresh. This strategic initiative comes as part of the company's commitment to staying ahead in the dynamic world of mechanical and electrical recruitment. The refreshed brand identity is complemented by a new strapline and a redefined set of values, marking a new chapter in the company's legacy.