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

Electrician

Bristol
Bristol
Negotiable
Electricians required in Bristol (BS7), working on a domestic project 2-3 weeks

Electrical Tester

City of London
London
Up to £30.00 per hour
Electrical Tester required Holborn | WC1B 1st Step Solutions are looking for electrical testers to work on a commercial / industrial project in Holborn. You will be required to carry out live and dead testing on the labs. You will be required to hold a valid JIB, 2391 & own calibrated test kit

Mechanical Working Chargehand

Redruth
Cornwall
Negotiable
Mechanical Working Chargehand / Industrial Pipefitter to work on a Industrial Project in Redruth (TR15/TR16).

Labourer

Manchester
Greater Manchester
Up to £16.28 per hour
Labourer required in Riverside, M4 - 20/10/2025

Electricians & Electrical Mates / Improvers

Trowbridge
Wiltshire
Negotiable
Electricians / Electrical Improvers & Mates required in Trowbridge (BA14)

Electrician

Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
Up to £25.00 per hour
Electrician required in Cheltenham, GL50.

Labourer

Abingdon
Oxfordshire
£12.37 - £16.50 per hour
Labourer required in Abingdon (OX14)

Electricians

Catterick Garrison
North Yorkshire
Up to £26.00 per hour
1st and 2nd fixings on a commercial project

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 Thomas

Emma Thomas

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
Louise Talbot

Louise Talbot

Resourcer
Matthew Lowe

Matthew Lowe

Resourcer | Construction & Building Services

Read our Blogs

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.
04. 01. 2024

Client Testimonial

"We have successfully utilised the services of 1st Step Solutions for several years. Andy, Ralph and Matt have provided us with skilled, competent workers to meet our project requirements and secured some excellent permanent staff for us. Their professional approach and knowledge is fantastic and they work well with us to ensure that we are compliant and meeting current legislation. We hope that our long-standing relationship continues for many years to come" Antony | Commercial Director