Your Engineering Recruitment Partner

Your Engineering Recruitment Partner

First Achieve is run by time-served engineers with hands-on industry experience

 

First Achieve work with the best Engineering and Manufacturing Companies and Professionals, throughout the UK. Our team of industry consultants have a wealth of knowledge, experience and contacts throughout the industry.

Our Engineering Team includes Time-Served Engineers with many years’ experience in the Manufacturing Industry. We understand the frustration and time required to go through the recruitment process. We take that pain away.

Areospace
Areospace
Renewables
Renewables
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Oil & Gas
Oil & Gas
Chemical
Chemical
Nuclear
Nuclear
Electrical & Electronic
Electrical & Electronic
Robotics
Robotics
Mechanical
Mechanical

I am thrilled to share my incredibly positive experience working with First Achieve as my dedicated recruitment partner. From the moment we started collaborating, I was struck by their unparalleled professionalism, dedication, and expertise in the field.

Anthony Brown
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Head of Recruitment

First Achieve took the time to truly understand our company's unique needsand culture, ensuring that every candidate they presdented was not only highly qualifies, but also a perfect fit for our team. Their exceptional ability to identify top-teir talent in a competitive market is a testament to their keen insight and thorough research.

Jennifer Bennett
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HR Director

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  • 6-12 weeks search completion
  • 3 months free replacement
  • Dedicated and focused head-hunting search team
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  • Split over 3 equal payments based on milestones - agreement of search mandate, agreed shortlist for interview and offer acceptance from candidate
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Latest Jobs

Repair and Service Engineer
Engineering
  • Luton, Bedfordshire
  • £60000 - £65000 per annum
  • Permanent

Repair & Service EngineerLocation: Field Based / Luton WorkshopBasic Salary: £34,719.49 + 33% shift allowance (£11,457.43)Total Basic Package: £46,176.92 per annumPotential Earnings: Up to £65,000 per annum, including travel payments.Travel: Approximately 120 days per year | UK, International & OffshoreAbout the RoleWe are working with a leading engineering business to recruit a Repair & Service Engineer to join their team.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer to work on a range of pumps and rotating equipment, carrying out installation, commissioning, repair and maintenance activities across customer sites worldwide.The role is primarily field-based, involving approximately 120 days of travel per year. Assignments typically last between 2-6 weeks at a time, with opportunities to work across the UK, internationally and offshore.When not travelling or working at customer sites, you will be based within the fitting shop, supporting the assembly, overhaul, repair, inspection and testing of pumps and rotating equipment.What You'll Be DoingCarrying out installation, commissioning, repair and maintenance of pumps and rotating equipment at customer sites.Acting as the main point of contact for customers during site activities.Supervising customer personnel, contractors and third-party labour where required.Ensuring all work complies with health and safety, environmental and quality standards.Completing risk assessments and promoting safe working practices.Diagnosing technical issues and applying practical engineering solutions.Working alongside engineering and management teams to resolve technical challenges.Maintaining accurate service reports, timesheets and travel documentation.Supporting pump assembly, overhaul, repair, inspection and testing activities within the fitting shop when not travelling.Travel & Working ArrangementsApproximately 120 days of travel per year.Global travel covering UK, international and offshore customer sites.Individual assignments typically last between 2-6 weeks.International travel may be arranged at relatively short notice, potentially with one week's notice.UK working days are typically 7 hours, international assignments 10 hours and offshore assignments 12 hours.A full, valid driving licence and a passport suitable for international travel are essential.Additional travel payments of up to £60 per day when working away.What We're Looking ForHNC, technical certificate or completed engineering apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience.Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical engineering experience.Experience working with pumps, rotating equipment or similar industrial machinery.Previous field service or site-based engineering experience would be advantageous.Experience within power generation, manufacturing or oil and gas environments.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.Experience with installation, commissioning and maintenance activities.Strong practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.Confident communication skills when dealing with customers and colleagues.Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.Desirable:Experience working in a high-voltage (HV) environment.Offshore Safety & Emergency Training.Overhead Crane / Slinger Operator certification.Salary & BenefitsBasic salary: £34,719.49 per annum.33% shift allowance: £11,457.43 per annum.Total basic package: £46,176.92 per annum.Additional travel payments of up to £60 per day when working away.Potential annual earnings of up to £65,000, depending on travel undertaken.Interested?If you are a hands-on engineer looking for an opportunity to develop your experience, travel internationally and work on specialist industrial equipment, we would be keen to hear from you.Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

Technical Helpdesk Gas Engineer
Engineering
  • Dunfermline, Fife
  • Up to £34000 per annum
  • Permanent

Technical Helpdesk Gas EngineerLocation: Dunfermline | Office BasedFirst Achieve is working with an established and growing business within the domestic boiler industry to recruit an experienced Technical Helpdesk Gas Engineer to join their technical team.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced domestic gas engineer looking to move away from a traditional field-based role while continuing to use their technical knowledge and industry experience.You will provide technical support to installers, service engineers and end users, diagnosing boiler faults, resolving technical queries and helping deliver an excellent aftersales service.Please note: Previous experience within the domestic boiler industry is essential.The RoleWorking within the Technical Team, you will act as the first point of contact for technical queries, providing expert advice and troubleshooting support over the telephone.Alongside technical support, you will help manage warranty claims, coordinate engineer call-outs, support the wider service network and assist with technical training and product development.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide first-line technical support to installers, service engineers and end users.Diagnose boiler faults and provide technical guidance over the telephone.Resolve technical issues remotely wherever possible.Manage warranty claims and coordinate engineer call-outs.Monitor service call progress and maintain accurate records.Build and maintain strong relationships with installation and warranty partners.Participate in an out-of-hours technical helpline rota.Coordinate warranty-return parts and liaise with the manufacturing facility overseas.Assist with technical literature, product updates and engineer training.Test, diagnose and refurbish boilers, including evaluating new products.What We're Looking ForEssential: Strong technical experience within the domestic boiler industry.Previous experience as a domestic gas engineer or in a similar technical role.Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.Good IT and computer skills.Confident and professional telephone manner with a strong customer focus.Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.Gas Safe registration (active or expired) would be advantageous.Comfortable sharing technical knowledge and supporting engineer training.What's on Offer?£34,000 basic salary per annum.Performance-related bonus.40-hour working week.Office-based position in Dunfermline.Supportive and friendly working environment.Opportunity to move into a technical support role while remaining closely involved in the domestic boiler industry.Training and development opportunities.Interested?If you're an experienced domestic gas engineer looking for a new challenge and would like to put your technical knowledge to use in an office-based role, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today or contact First Achieve for more information.

Product Sales Manager
Engineering
  • North East England
  • £40000 - £42000 per annum + OTE 12k
  • Permanent

Product Sales ManagerLocation: Field & Home Based | Approximately 85% Home BasedFirst Achieve is working with a well-established business to recruit a Product Sales Manager to join their growing sales team.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional who enjoys winning new business and building relationships with new customers. The role is predominantly home-based, with a structured, phone-led outbound sales approach and occasional travel within a designated area for face-to-face meetings and quarterly sales meetings.The RoleAs Product Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving new business growth through proactive outbound sales activity. Your main focus will be identifying potential customers, generating opportunities and converting prospects into new accounts by securing their first orders.You will follow a structured daily call plan, working towards clear activity and revenue targets while building strong foundations with new customers.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively identify and contact potential customers through outbound telephone sales.Generate new business opportunities and develop a pipeline of prospective customers.Win new accounts and convert opportunities into confirmed first orders.Build and develop relationships with new customers.Work to a structured daily call plan and achieve agreed activity and revenue targets.Maintain accurate customer information and sales activity within the CRM system.Follow up on sales opportunities consistently to maximise conversion rates.Support wider sales and marketing campaigns to drive business growth.Attend occasional face-to-face customer meetings and quarterly sales meetings.What We're Looking ForProven experience in outbound telephone sales or business development.A strong track record of generating new business and winning customers.Confident communicator with the ability to engage and influence prospective clients.Commercially minded, target-driven and motivated by achieving results.Highly organised, with strong time management and follow-up skills.Comfortable working independently in a predominantly home-based environment.Previous CRM experience would be advantageous.What's on Offer?£42,000 basic salary£12,000 OTECompany van (business use only, no personal use).Predominantly home-based working (approximately 85%).Designated sales territory with occasional travel.Structured performance targets and clear expectations.Opportunity to join an established business and contribute to its continued growth.Interested?If you're an experienced outbound sales professional who enjoys winning new business, building customer relationships and working towards clear commercial targets, we'd love to hear from you.

Account Manager
Engineering
  • England
  • £40000 - £42000 per annum + OTE 12k
  • Permanent

£42,000 Basic Salary + £12,000 OTE | Uncapped Commission | Home BasedFirst Achieve is partnered with an established and growing business to recruit a commercially driven Account Manager to join their team.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to take ownership of customer relationships, develop existing accounts and bring new clients into the business.The role will focus on building relationships across an established installer network, re-engaging lapsed customers and identifying new business opportunities to drive revenue growth.With a £42,000 basic salary, £12,000 OTE and uncapped commission, this is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career while having the potential to significantly increase their earnings.The RoleProactively contact existing, new and lapsed installer customers to generate business.Identify and win new customers, developing opportunities across the installer network.Build and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships.Re-engage customers who have reduced or stopped purchasing.Identify opportunities to increase sales, retain business and grow account value.Manage a structured daily call plan and maintain consistent sales activity.Take ownership of your customer portfolio, pipeline and sales performance.Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure effective follow-up.Work towards agreed activity, retention and revenue targets.Collaborate with the wider sales and marketing teams.Attend sales workshops every two months.What We're Looking ForExperience in telephone sales, B2B sales, account management or customer retention.A proven ability to build relationships and generate revenue.Confidence identifying opportunities and converting conversations into sales.A proactive and commercially minded approach to winning and retaining business.Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to work independently from home.Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.Organised, resilient and comfortable working towards sales targets.Someone who takes ownership of their results and is motivated by earning potential.The Package£42,000 basic salary.£12,000 OTE.Uncapped commission with no ceiling on earning potential.Year-end bonus linked to annual sales performance.Approximately 90% home based.Sales workshops every two months.Interested?If you're an experienced sales or account management professional looking for your next opportunity, with a strong basic salary and uncapped earning potential, apply today to find out more.

CNC Turner
Engineering
  • Stirling
  • £33000 - £37000 per annum
  • Permanent

CNC TurnerFirst Achieve - Engineering DivisionFirst Achieve's Engineering division is working in partnership with a well-establishedprecision engineering company to recruit an experienced CNC Turner. The businessmanufactures high-quality engineered components and solutions for a range of sectorsincluding Aerospace, Oil & Gas, Renewables, Subsea, Manufacturing, and Automotive.This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation offering long-term stability,skill development, and clear progression opportunities.Hours of work* Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 4:30pm* Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm What can you expect in return?* Overtime available when required paid at 1.5x hourly rate* Secure role within a thriving and growing business* Opportunities for career progression* Stable, long-term employment* 32 days annual leave* Pension scheme with life assurance (2x annual salary)* Excellent working environment* Free on-site parkingWhat we are looking for?* Strong experience working with CNC and manual lathes* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team* Experience with Fanuc and/or ProtoTrak programming (advantageous)* Time-served apprenticeship at National Certificate level (or equivalent) or relevantindustry experience* Motivated to progress within a secure, growing engineering business If you are a qualified CNC turner looking for your next position, then apply today and one of our engineering experts will be in touch. Sponsorship not available

Horizontal Borer
Engineering
  • 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.

CNC Hurco Miller
Engineering
  • 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 5 Axis CNC Miller to join their highly skilled manufacturing team in Glasgow About the Role CNCMiller 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.

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