Senior Network Engineer

• Livingston, West Lothian
• £48000 - £51000 per annum
• Permanent

Location: East LothianShifts: 3-shift rotation (Days, Backs, Nights) 37 Hour Work WeekSalary: Circa £40K + up to £10K shift allowanceFirst Achieves Engineering Department is actively recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Team Leader (Electrical Bias) on behalf of our leading client in Edinburgh.This is a hands-on leadership role focused on maximising equipment availability, ensuring high standards of health & safety, and guiding a skilled maintenance team to support production targets and deliver excellent service. Key ResponsibilitiesLead and schedule your team to meet daily and strategic maintenance objectives.Act as the High Voltage Senior Appointed Person (training provided).Drive improvements in equipment reliability, maintainability, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).Manage contractors, ensure H&S compliance, and uphold risk assessment standards.Support cost control and optimise use of materials and external services.Lead and contribute to CI initiatives and support capital project developments.What We're Looking ForMinimum 5 years' experience in a heavy engineering or similar environment.Strong knowledge of hydraulics, HV/MV electrical systems, LOLER, and pressure systems.Familiarity with PLC systems and CMMS is highly desirable.Proven leadership skills - experience managing teams is preferred.Excellent planning, communication, and problem-solving abilities.Financial awareness and experience with maintenance budgets and procurement.Must be willing to work on a 3 shift rotation, Days, Mids, Nights.Time served with valid UK documentation.What's is it for you?Competitive rate of pay Circa £40K plus additional shift allowance up to £10K.The opportunity to grow in a globally known leading manufacturing company.33 Days holiday entitlement, rising with serviceFree on-site electrical vehicle parking.To be considered for this role, please send your cv and one of our engineering experts will be in touch. Due to the nature of our clients business sponsorships will not be offered.

• Glasgow
• £35000 - £40000 per annum
• Permanent

Quality Inspection- Reporting to QHSE Manager(Glasgow - Up to £38K per annum (37 hours) First Achieve Engineering are acting on behalf of our client, a well-established specialistengineering manufacturer based in the Glasgow South area,We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to join their manufacturingoperation on a permanent basis.About the RoleReporting directly to the QHSE Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out in-processand final inspection in line with established quality processes and procedures. Due to thevaried nature of the position, you will also be expected to support other quality-relatedactivities and reporting duties when required.Key Responsibilities include* Carrying out in-process and final inspection of manufactured components.* Inspect products in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications and qualityprocedures.* Produce accurate inspection reports and associated documentation.* Ensure components meet specified fits, clearances and tolerances.* Work closely with the QHSE function to maintain and improve quality standards.* Support compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 requirements.* Assist with wider quality functions when required.Essential Skills & Experience* Previous experience working within a Quality Inspection role in anengineering/manufacturing environment.* Confident using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers and verniers.* Ability to accurately interpret technical engineering drawings and specificationdocuments.* Experience producing inspection reports.* Ability to work on your own initiative and manage priorities effectively.* Strong team-working and communication skills.* Understanding of quality management systems and procedures.Desirable* Time-served engineering/shopfloor background, such as QC Machinist, Turner orMiller would be advantageous.* Previous experience working within a manufacturing/factory environment.* Forklift licence. Working Hours* 37 hours per week minimum.* Flexible working hours may be required.* Some evening and weekend work may be required depending on operationalrequirements.* Overtime available when required.Package & Benefits* Salary of up to £38K per annum with overtime opportunities* 7% employer pension contribution.* Minimum 2% employee pension contribution.* 26 days annual leave.* 8 public holidays.* Long-term sickness scheme.* Death in service benefit. Apply today or give Paul a call on 0141 816 0116 for further information

• Glasgow
• £28000 - £32000 per annum + Comission
• Permanent

Appointment GeneratorLocation: Glasgow, South Side (G46)Salary: Up to £30,000 basic salary, depending on experience + bonusWorking Pattern: Full-time or part-time | Office-based with flexible hoursFirst Achieve are working with a growing business based in the south side of Glasgow, who are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Appointment Generator to support their continued expansion.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional with experience in appointment setting, lead generation or business development to join a growing organisation with genuine opportunities for career progression.The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, engaging with prospective clients and generating qualified appointments for the senior management team.The RoleIdentify and research prospective clients, market trends and new business opportunities.Conduct outbound prospecting through telephone, email and LinkedIn.Engage with business owners and senior decision-makers to understand their requirements.Follow up on leads and generate qualified appointments for senior management.Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM and prospect records.Work closely with management to develop and implement effective sales strategies.Monitor sales activity and provide regular updates and performance reports.Ensure qualified opportunities are effectively handed over to the senior team.About YouThe ideal candidate will have previous experience in appointment setting, telesales, lead generation or business development, together with a confident and professional approach.You will ideally have:Proven experience generating appointments or leads within a B2B environment.A confident telephone manner and excellent communication skills.The ability to engage effectively with business owners and senior decision-makers.Strong organisational and time-management skills.Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple follow-ups.Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.A motivated, proactive approach and a genuine desire to develop a career in sales.What's on Offer?Up to £30,000 basic salary, depending on experience.Bonus structure providing the opportunity to increase your earnings.Fully funded, role-specific training leading to recognised qualifications.Genuine opportunities for progression, including potential advancement into team management as the business grows.Flexible working hours, including options to accommodate school term-time schedules.Free onsite parking.Excellent public transport links.The opportunity to join a growing business where your contribution can have a real impact.If you're an experienced appointment setter or lead generation professional looking for your next opportunity with a growing business and clear progression prospects, First Achieve would be keen to hear from you.

• Wolverhampton, West Midlands
• £40000 - £42000 per annum
• Permanent

Product Sales ManagerLocation: Field & Home Based - 85% Home BasedSalary: £42,000 Basic + £11,000 OTE + Company VanThe OpportunityFirst Achieve is partnered with a growing organisation to recruit a Product Sales Manager to join their sales team.This is a phone-led, new business sales role, ideal for someone who enjoys outbound sales, building relationships from scratch and converting prospects into customers.You'll work to a structured daily activity plan, proactively contacting potential customers, generating new opportunities and securing first orders.The role is predominantly home based, with travel across a designated area and quarterly sales meetings.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively make outbound calls to generate new businessWork to a clear and structured daily call planIdentify, engage and win new customersConvert opportunities into first ordersBuild relationships with new accountsAttend occasional face-to-face customer meetingsMaintain accurate CRM recordsSupport wider sales and marketing campaignsWhat We're Looking ForStrong outbound telephone sales experienceComfortable making high volumes of proactive sales callsExperience working towards activity and revenue targetsA strong new-business and results-focused mindsetExcellent organisation and follow-up skillsCRM experience would be advantageousThe Package£42,000 basic salary£11,000 OTECompany van for business use onlyClear and achievable performance structurePredominantly home-based workingThe RoleThis is a new-business focused sales position for someone who is confident picking up the phone, engaging prospective customers and driving opportunities through to the first order.If you're an experienced outbound salesperson looking for a target-driven role with the flexibility of predominantly home-based working, we'd like to hear from you.

• Athens
• Up to €2500 per month

Our client is a leading Microsoft Dynamics ISV that specializes in insurance solutions based on Microsoft Dynamics Business Central. They were founded in 2007 with the vision to enable insurance organizations success via their premier enterprise software solutions for core insurance applications, CRM and analytics.Their key focus is to build insurance solutions that encompass their deep industry knowledge and are based on key Microsoft technologies. These insurance solutions provide unprecedented added value to their customers and unmatched ROI since they combine continuous innovation on best practices and state of the art technology with superb user friendliness that boost organization's productivity.Key to our clients success is an experienced team that through dedication to their core values of customer centricity, personal integrity, and passion for technology, fulfills their ultimate mission to enable change with innovative insurance software solutions.To support their continuous growth in the global insurance market, we are looking for Navins Application Consultants with a passion for technology and in-depth business process knowledge- preferably in the insurance sector- to join our implementation team.The successful candidate will be part of a very competent software team and they will be able to contribute to all phases of complex implementation projects to customers.ResponsibilitiesCo-operate with customers and fellow consultants and developers to comprehensively analyze business requirements.Configure the system to materialize business processes.Create and execute test scenarios for new product features or customizations.Provide training to customer business users.Develop and manage software and business process documentation for internal or customer use as required in various project phases.Provide impeccable support and ongoing product lifecycle services to customersRequirementsMinimum bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Financial Management or Business Administration.Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.0-3 years of experience in insurance business analyst, ERP consulting or similar positions.Microsoft Dynamics Business Central experience is highly appreciated.Excellent written and oral skills in both Greek and English.Ability to work in groups and collaborate efficiently to bring complex tasks to fruition.Strong time management skills and results orientation that enable results punctuality on defined deadlines.BenefitsWe offer a competitive base salary and benefits, directly dependent on the candidate's qualifications, skills, and performance.More than that, you would have the opportunity to collaborate with one of the most competent Microsoft Dynamics Business Central teams in Greece in an open and friendly environment that fosters professional growth for its team members.

• Athens
• Up to €50000 per annum

On behalf of our client, a leading organization operating critical national technology infrastructure, we are looking for an experienced Senior Network Security Administrator to join their growing Infrastructure & Security team.This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly experienced engineering team responsible for securing and maintaining one of the country's most critical enterprise environments. The role combines hands-on engineering, infrastructure design, troubleshooting and the implementation of modern cybersecurity technologies across a large-scale network.What you'll be doing:Administer and enhance enterprise network security infrastructure across a large-scale environmentConfigure, manage and troubleshoot next-generation firewalls, web application firewalls and secure remote access technologiesParticipate in infrastructure migrations, technology upgrades and the implementation of new security solutionsDesign, implement and improve network security controls to ensure high availability, resilience and performanceManage Cisco networking infrastructure, including switching and routing technologiesWork with enterprise security platforms including WAF, EDR, PAM, SASE, VPN, SIEM and email security solutionsInvestigate and troubleshoot complex network and security issues while supporting business-critical servicesCollaborate with senior engineers on architecture decisions, technology evaluations and continuous infrastructure improvementsProduce technical documentation and contribute to security best practices across the organizationParticipate in a shared on-call rota (approximately one week per month) to support the availability of critical production infrastructureWhat we're looking for:5+ years of experience in Network Security, Network Engineering or Cybersecurity Infrastructure rolesStrong hands-on experience with enterprise firewall technologies such as Fortinet, Check Point, Cisco Firepower or Palo AltoSolid Cisco networking background covering switching, routing and enterprise network administrationExperience with technologies such as WAF, VPN, SIEM, EDR, SASE, IPS, Proxy Servers, PAM or API SecurityExperience working within large enterprise or mission-critical environmentsStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsAbility to contribute to both infrastructure design and technical implementationCCNP certification or equivalent networking expertise would be highly desirableWhat's on offer:Opportunity to work within one of Greece's most critical enterprise infrastructuresExposure to large-scale networking and advanced cybersecurity technologiesA collaborative team of experienced engineers with a strong knowledge-sharing cultureInvolvement in challenging infrastructure projects, migrations and new technology implementationsCompetitive remuneration package and excellent career development opportunitiesIf you're passionate about enterprise networking and cybersecurity and are looking for a role where you can make a real technical impact, we'd love to hear from you.

• West Lothian
• £38000 - £44000 per annum

Electrical Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Commutable from Edinburgh, Livingston, Falkirk and Hamilton (Surrounding Areas)Salary: Circa £40,000 - £41,000, rising to £46,000 - £48,000 after 3 monthsShift Pattern: 3-Shift Rotation (Moving to 4 on, 4 off Continental Shifts after training)First Achieve Engineering Recrutiment team are assisting in recruiting for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join a leading manufacturing business. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping a world-class manufacturing facility running at peak performance.Following an initial three-month training period on a rotating Monday to Friday shift pattern, you'll transition onto a 4 on, 4 off continental shift pattern, increasing your salary to circa £46,000 - £48,000 per annum.The RoleAs part of the maintenance team, you'll carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across a wide range of manufacturing equipment, helping to minimise downtime and maximise production efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out planned, preventative and reactive electrical maintenance.Diagnose faults and respond quickly to equipment breakdowns.Maintain and repair forging presses, furnaces, CNC machinery and plant equipment.Support electrical installations, testing and commissioning activities.Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.Use diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve electrical faults. What We're Looking ForTime-served Electrician with City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent.Proven experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.Experience carrying out preventative maintenance and electrical installations.Knowledge of safe working practices and electrical regulations.Good IT and communication skills.Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces when required.Experience with medium-voltage distribution systems is advantageous.What's on Offer?Permanent position with a globally recognised manufacturer.Excellent career progression and ongoing technical development.Modern manufacturing facility with advanced equipment.Long-term job security within the defence manufacturing sector.If you're an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician looking for your next challenge with a leading engineering employer, we'd love to hear from you. Please note: Due to the nature of work within the industry, applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role. This position is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and the successful candidate will be required to obtain the necessary authorisations and security clearances. Interviews to be conducted Late September/Early October

• Athens
• €3500 - €3700 per month
• Permanent

Software Architect | Enterprise & Public Sector ProjectsLocation: Athens, GreeceWork Model: Hybrid 4 office / 1 homeSalary: Starts from €3.500 Gross Monthly * 14 salariesLevel: Software Architect / Solution Architect Our client is looking for an experienced Software Architect to join a leading international software organisation and contribute to the architecture and delivery of large-scale enterprise and Public Sector digital transformation projects. Key ResponsibilitiesDefine scalable, secure and high-performance end-to-end architectures.Translate business requirements into technical designs and implementation roadmaps.Design backend/frontend architectures, APIs, integrations and data flows.Drive microservices, REST/SOAP API and modernisation initiatives.Provide architectural oversight across the full software delivery lifecycle.Conduct architecture/code reviews and manage technical risks.Collaborate with Developers, QA, DevOps, Project Managers and senior stakeholders.Participate in client workshops, technical proposals, RFPs and solution presentations.Mentor engineering teams and provide technical direction. What They're Looking ForDegree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.Significant experience in software engineering, architecture and technical design.Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices and Enterprise APIs.Experience with ReactJS and/or Angular.Strong knowledge of databases, integrations and distributed systems.Experience with cloud, containers, orchestration, DevOps and CI/CD.Enterprise or Public Sector project experience is highly valued.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills in Greek and English. What's on OfferCompetitive remuneration packageMeal vouchersMedical & life insuranceLarge-scale digital transformation projectsInternational environment and modern technologiesTraining and career development opportunities

• Glasgow
• £38000 - £40000 per annum
• Permanent

About the Company First Achieve's Engineering division is proud to be working with our long-standing client based in Glasgow, who are actively seeking an experienced CNC Miller to join their highly skilled manufacturing team in Glasgow About the Role CNC Hurco Miller Glasgow. To carry out machining using our range of both Hurco 3 & 5 axis and Siemens 3 axis CNC machining centres in order to produce components.The suitable candidate will be machining to various designs, and quantities. We are looking for an effective communicator, who can work both individually and as part of a team in a busy factory environment. Responsibilities Carry out machining using our range of both Hurco 3 & 5 axis CNC machineMachine to various designs and quantities.Work both individually and as part of a team in a busy factory environment.Qualifications Time served recognised Engineering apprenticeship preferabl,e relevant hands on experience in a manufacturing enviroment essential.Required Able to interpret technical drawingsMin 5 years' experience in a workshop environmentDemonstrable Hurco and Siemens CNC milling experience including ability to both programme and operateAble to work under own initiativeEffective team contributorProven experience operating 5-axis CNC milling machines, ideally HurcoAbility to read and interpret engineering drawingsMinimum of 3 years' experience in an industrial engineering environmentPreferred Skills Fitting experienceWorking within a factory environmentForklift licenceConventional, Machining Centre and Milling experience desirablePay range and compensation package Join a well-established and experienced engineering teamCompetitive pay- Up to £20.63 PHDay hours: Monday to Friday (Early Finish Friday)37 hour work week35 holiday days per annumRegular overtime availableEqual Opportunity Statement Call us today on 0141 816 0116 and speak to one of our specialist engineering consultants. Alternatively, email Paul directly at Please not we do not offer sponsorships for this role.

• South Lanarkshire
• £33000 - £38000 per annum
• Permanent

Horizontal Borer - ConventionalFirst Achieve Engineering Recruitment are acting on behalf of their client, a well-established and highly successful engineering manufacturer, who are looking for an experienced Conventional Horizontal Borer to join their manufacturing team in South LanarkshireThis is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Horizontal Borer looking for a stable, long-term position within a specialist engineering environment. Key ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate conventional horizontal boring machines.Read and interpret engineering drawings.Produce large and complex components to tight tolerances.Select appropriate tooling and machining methods.Inspect and measure your own work.Operate other conventional machinery where required, including lathes, mills and drills.Work safely and maintain high standards of housekeeping.Contribute to continuous improvement and workshop efficiency.What We're Looking ForProven experience as a Conventional Horizontal Borer / Horizontal Boring Machine Operator.Strong engineering drawing interpretation skills.Experience working to tight tolerances.Good understanding of machining processes and tooling.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Desirable: Experience with a Kerns Richard SH75 or similar, overhead crane operation and/or counterbalance forklift licence.Benefits32 days annual holidayCompany profit-sharing bonus schemeEmployer pension contribution matching up to 5%Flexibility with start and finish times Usual working hours Mon-Thu 6am-2.30pm Fri 6am-1.30pmCompany sick pay scheme following probationIf you're an experienced Horizontal Borer and ready for your next move, apply today with First Achieve Engineering Recruitment.

• Athens
• Up to €70000 per annum

We are currently working with an established IT Systems & Cybersecurity Integrator in Greece that is looking to add a Senior Presales & Solution Architect to its team.This could be a particularly interesting opportunity for someone who is already working within Presales / Solution Architecture, but equally for a strong Network / Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys the design and customer-facing side of technology and is looking to make that next step into Presales.What you'll be doing:Working alongside the Sales team as the technical expert during customer meetingsUnderstanding customer requirements and translating them into technical solutionsDesigning solutions across networking, infrastructure, systems, security and cloud environmentsPreparing technical proposals, scopes of work and Bills of Materials (BOMs)Running PoCs, technical presentations and solution demonstrationsWorking closely with delivery teams to ensure proposed solutions can be successfully implementedKeeping up to date with new technologies through ongoing training and certificationsWhat we're looking for:Strong technical understanding of enterprise networking, including LAN, switching and Wi-FiGood understanding of firewall / cybersecurity technologiesExposure to servers, virtualization, storage and enterprise systems integrationAbility to understand a customer's technical challenge and design an appropriate solutionStrong communication and presentation skills - you'll be speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersCCNA, CCNP or equivalent networking certifications would be highly desirableAzure, AWS or other cloud certifications would be an advantageYou don't necessarily need to come from a traditional Presales background. If you're a technically strong engineer who understands networking/infrastructure and wants to move away from purely hands-on delivery towards solution design, architecture and customer engagement, I'd be very interested in speaking with you.What's on offer?Hybrid working, performance-related bonus, health & life insurance, wellbeing support, ongoing training and development, alongside a wider benefits package.Interested, or simply curious about what the move from Engineering into Presales could look like?Feel free to message me directly or send across your CV for a confidential conversation.

• West Lothian
• £39000 - £48000 per annum
• Permanent

WelderSalary: Circa £40,000 - £41,000, rising to £46,000 - £48,000 after 3 monthsWorking Hours: 3 Shift Pattern (Days/Backs/Nights), moving to a 4 on, 4 off Continental Shift Pattern after training.Commutable from: Edinburgh, Livingston, Dunfermline and surrounding areas.First Achieve's Engineering Division are recruiting for an experienced Welder to join a global manufacturing leader.This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position with a world-class engineering business offering long-term stability, genuine career progression and excellent earning potential.Following an initial three-month training period on a rotating days/backs/nights shift pattern, you'll move onto a 4 on, 4 off continental shift pattern, increasing your salary to circa £46,000 - £48,000 per annum.The RoleWorking within a busy manufacturing environment, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality welded components to exact engineering standards using a range of welding processes.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out MIG, TIG and ARC welding on a variety of metal components and fabrications.Assemble and weld components in line with engineering drawings and specifications.Set up and operate welding equipment safely and efficiently.Inspect completed welds to ensure they meet quality and customer standards.Read and interpret engineering drawings.Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.Follow all health, safety and quality procedures. What We're Looking ForPrevious experience as a Welder within a manufacturing or engineering environment.Experience with MIG, TIG and ARC welding.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.Welding qualifications or a relevant apprenticeship are essentialFlexible approach to shift working.What's on Offer?Permanent role with a globally recognised manufacturer.Excellent career progression and ongoing training.Modern manufacturing facility.Long-term job security within the defense manufacturing sector. Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role due to the nature of the work within the industry Interviews will be held mid-August.