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Job Title: Project Quality ManagerLocation: Kingston Upon ThamesContract: 2 years Outside IR35 Contr... Job Title: Project Quality ManagerLocation: Kingston Upon ThamesContract: 2 years Outside IR35 ContractHybrid: 3 days office, 2 days homeRequirements: Offshore Construction, Quality Management systemsPurpose of the PositionThe Project Quality Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining the Project Quality Management System (PQMS) throughout the project lifecycle. The role ensures effective Quality Control (QC) activities are implemented and serves as the focal point for all project quality-related matters, both internally and with external stakeholders.The Project Quality Manager reports to the QHSE Manager and the Project Director/Project Manager.Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain Project Quality Plans and procedures in accordance with the Company's Quality Management System (QMS).Ensure the identification, preparation, approval, and distribution of all required quality documentation.Plan and coordinate quality audits to verify the effective implementation of the PQMS.Conduct external audits of vendors' and subcontractors' Quality Management Systems.Participate in Project Management meetings to ensure alignment between quality objectives and project activities.Promote and ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements across the project organisation.Support the Project Manager in managing relationships with clients and regulatory authorities on quality-related matters.Monitor and supervise subcontractors and third-party organisations responsible for project execution.Oversee the management, investigation, and resolution of non-conformities.Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement preventive actions to minimise potential non-conformities and root causes.Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout all project phases and site activities. Candidate RequirementsEducation Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline. Certification ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification. Experience Minimum 7 years' experience as a Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, or similar role within offshore construction or major construction project environments.Proven experience managing quality systems, audits, subcontractors, and project quality assurance processes. Technical Skills Quality auditing and inspection.ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.Subcontractor and vendor quality management.Non-conformance management and corrective/preventive actions.Material storage, handling, and preservation requirements.Quality assurance and quality control methodologies.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Company informationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Project Quality Manager looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Electrician Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus company van Hours: 40 h... Electrician Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus company van Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Eastleigh Contract: Full Time, Permanent The Role Electrician - Responsive Repairs Team Join a responsive electrical maintenance team providing reactive and emergency electrical repairs across the South region. You'll play a key role in ensuring customers' homes remain safe, functional, and well maintained by delivering high-quality repairs and solutions right first time. When customers report electrical issues within their homes, you'll be responsible for diagnosing problems, carrying out repairs, and restoring services efficiently and professionally. Key Responsibilities Complete a variety of electrical repairs and minor upgrade works. Carry out fault finding, repairs, replacement of electrical accessories, and small rewiring projects. Deliver a high standard of workmanship and customer service. Work independently to resolve issues effectively and efficiently. Cover areas including Petersfield, Bordon, Alton, and Guildford, with work scheduled to minimise travel where possible. Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with current regulations. About You Customer satisfaction is at the heart of this role, so you'll need excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Essential Requirements Fully qualified Electrician (including NVQ and AM2). Experience using NICEIC certification software or similar systems. Full UK driving licence. Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills. Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively. Desirable Experience working within social housing, property maintenance, or a similar customer-focused environment. What You'll Receive You'll be provided with: Company van and fuel card Uniform and PPE Tablet and mobile phone Van racking, secure storage vault, and inverter Insurance cover for tools stored in the vehicle (you will need to provide your own hand and power tools) The role also includes participation in an on-call rota approximately every six weeks, with additional standby and call-out payments. Benefits 28 days annual leave Generous pension scheme Life assurance Health and wellbeing support Ongoing training and development opportunities Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional team that takes pride in delivering exceptional service. If you enjoy problem solving, working independently, and making a real difference to customers in their homes, we'd love to hear from you. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

trician     Eastleigh, Hampshire (Available in other locations)   £43,000 per annum + pensi... trician     Eastleigh, Hampshire (Available in other locations)   £43,000 per annum + pension, healthcare   Permanent FeaturedEasy Apply   Apply Now Electrician - £43,000 + van  -  Eastleigh This is a Full Time, Permanent vacancy with an exceptionally supportive client. You’ll get their full benefits package from day one, including 28 days’ holiday, generous pension and life assurance, and access to health and wellbeing support.Your new roleElectrician Responsive TeamYou will be joining the electrical responsive team, offering responsive and emergency electrical repairs across the south region, delivering right first time. When a customer gets in touch with us to let us know that something's not quite right with their homes, our role is to make it right!What you’ll be doingYou’ll complete a mix of electrical repairs and small upgrades, from fault‑finding and fixing issues to replacing accessories and carrying out minor rewires. No two days are the same, and you’ll have the autonomy to get it right first time. You’ll work across Petersfield, Bordon, Alton and the Guildford areas, where possible, your day will be planned to keep you working as close to home as we can. What we’re looking forOur customers are at the heart of what we do, so great customer service, enthusiasm and a can‑do attitude are essential. You’ll be the friendly face, delivering high‑quality repairs and installations in customers’ homes.You’ll need to be fully qualified and experienced electrician (including NVQ and AM2), preferably with experience of NICEIC certification or similar software. Knowledge of social housing is a bonus, and a full driving licence is essential.What you’ll getWe’ll equip you with a van and fuel card, uniform, PPE, tablet, mobile, van racking, van vault and inverter. Your tools are insured in the van - just bring your own hand and power tools.You’ll join an on‑call rota every six weeks, with standby and callout payments. 

Looking for your next NEC4 contract? We're hiring a Quantity Surveyor to help shape and deliver cr... Looking for your next NEC4 contract? We're hiring a Quantity Surveyor to help shape and deliver critical infrastructure projects. Quantity Surveyor (Contract)Location: Culham, Oxfordshire (3 days per week onsite)Contract Length: 12 Months The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to support a major programme of construction and decommissioning projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects, providing commercial and quantity surveying expertise to ensure effective cost control, risk management, and value for money throughout the project lifecycle.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting project delivery teams, overseeing commercial activities, administering contracts, and driving continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of works.Key Responsibilities Conduct benchmarking exercises to compare project costs against industry and sector standards.Support the development of client requirements and undertake feasibility studies.Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour, quantities, and programme durations.Assist with the preparation and review of tender documentation.Provide quantity surveying leadership on large-scale and complex procurement activities.Manage cost analysis for construction and decommissioning projects.Support risk identification, assessment, and valuation activities.Deliver strategic commercial advice to maximise value and minimise programme risks.Develop and maintain project baseline budgets.Advise stakeholders on procurement strategies and commercial approaches.Manage contract variations, compensation events, and contractual change processes.Administer NEC contracts, including management of Early Warning Notices and commercial reporting.Review and validate contractor payment applications and valuation submissions.Challenge compensation event submissions where appropriate and support final account agreements.Produce detailed financial and progress reports for project stakeholders.Maintain awareness of current contract forms and best practice commercial management.Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure awareness and consideration of health and safety legislation and CDM requirements.Provide commercial and quantity surveying support to wider project teams as required.  Essential RequirementsQualifications Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline accredited by RICS.Chartered status with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS).  Knowledge & Technical Skills Strong understanding of construction and engineering principles.Knowledge of construction and decommissioning methodologies.Working knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety requirements.Excellent financial and commercial acumen.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Proficiency with relevant surveying and commercial management software.  Experience required Significant experience operating in a senior Quantity Surveying capacity.Proven delivery experience on major projects valued at £20m+.Strong NEC4 contract management experience.Experience managing compensation events, variations, and final accounts.Demonstrable involvement in dispute resolution processes.Experience working within regulated, engineering, construction, infrastructure, or decommissioning environments.  Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

IR35: PAYE OnlyOur Client has a requirement for an Offshore Scheduler, who will be required to work... IR35: PAYE OnlyOur Client has a requirement for an Offshore Scheduler, who will be required to work on a 2 year contract based in Barrow-in-Furness.Role PurposeThe Offshore Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and optimising offshore maintenance activities to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely execution of work. The role supports high asset availability by integrating preventive and corrective maintenance activities within operational and resource constraints while ensuring compliance with Work Management processes and maintenance governance standards.Working closely with Maintenance Team Leads, Technicians, Operations, and Vendors, the Offshore Scheduler plays a key role in developing achievable maintenance schedules that maximise efficiency, improve schedule compliance, and support safe offshore operations.Job Role Responsibilities Develop and maintain short-term, weekly, and frozen maintenance schedules aligned with offshore operational priorities.Prioritise and sequence maintenance activities based on safety, operational risk, production impact, and resource availability.Coordinate with Maintenance Team Leads, Technicians, Operations personnel, and Vendors to ensure work readiness and schedule alignment.Ensure all maintenance activities are planned and scheduled in accordance with Work Management processes and governance requirements.Monitor maintenance backlog and support the timely progression of preventive and corrective maintenance activities.Facilitate daily and weekly scheduling meetings to support effective communication and delivery of planned work.Optimise work execution by grouping tasks where appropriate and aligning logistics, materials, personnel, and equipment requirements.Ensure maintenance schedules are realistic, integrated, and achievable within operational constraints.Provide feedback on schedule performance, execution efficiency, and opportunities for continuous improvement.Promote an Incident Free Workplace culture and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.Support effective communication of maintenance schedules and priorities to all relevant stakeholders.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives relating to Work Management processes and SAP utilisation.Undertake any other associated duties as reasonably required. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications Proven understanding of maintenance planning and scheduling principles within an operational environment.Experience using SAP and maintenance scheduling tools such as Prometheus and/or Primavera.Strong knowledge of preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance practices.Ability to prioritise work activities based on risk, criticality, safety, and operational impact.Understanding of offshore health, safety, and environmental requirements and compliance standards.Strong coordination, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.Experience within an offshore maintenance, oil & gas, energy, or operational environment preferred.Commitment to driving schedule compliance, efficiency improvements, and operational excellence. Qualifications HNC/HND in an Engineering discipline, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation.Relevant offshore certification such as BOSIET and MIST.Experience in an offshore maintenance or operations environment is desirable. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Offshore Scheduler looking for new employment.

IR35: PAYE Only Our Client has a requirement for an Onshore Planner, who will be required to work on... IR35: PAYE Only Our Client has a requirement for an Onshore Planner, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Barrow-in-Furness on a 2 Year contractRole PurposeThe Onshore Planner is responsible for implementing and continuously improving the asset planning process, ensuring consistency, rigour, and alignment with industry best practice to support safe, efficient, and reliable operations.The role provides day-to-day planning support to operational teams, ensuring work is effectively prioritised, planned, and aligned with safety, integrity, and production objectives. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and support functions, the Onshore Planner plays a key role in coordinating short, medium, and long-term plans, supporting execution readiness and operational success.The position also provides offshore planning cover for short durations when required.Job Role Responsibilities Implement and continuously improve the asset planning process to ensure consistency and alignment with best practice.Drive planning discipline, governance, and standardisation across asset activities.Compile and facilitate 28-day and 3-month planning cycles.Ensure plans are robust, prioritised, achievable, and ready for execution.Support stakeholder engagement and readiness for delivery within agreed planning windows.Provide daily planning support to Operations teams.Guide prioritisation activities in line with safety, asset integrity, and production objectives.Support the Onshore Operations Manager and wider operational teams in planning and decision-making activities.Engage with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and support functions to ensure effective collaboration.Coordinate planning inputs and ensure alignment across multiple stakeholders.Facilitate clear communication of priorities, risks, constraints, and dependencies.Ensure work scopes are sufficiently defined and prepared ahead of execution.Identify and resolve constraints that may impact delivery.Support the smooth transition of work from planning through to execution.Contribute to the 8-Quarter (8Q) planning process and support alignment of long-term activities with asset strategy.Provide visibility of future workload, resource requirements, and upcoming activities.Monitor planning performance, including plan compliance and schedule adherence.Track and report planning KPIs to support medium and long-term improvements.Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and operational efficiency.Align planning activities across onshore and wider asset operations.Support the integration of operational, maintenance, and project priorities.Provide offshore planning cover for short durations when required.Undertake any other associated duties as reasonably required. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications Significant experience in integrated planning within an operational environment.Strong working knowledge and experience of Primavera P6 and SAP.Experience within Project Management and Project Controls disciplines.Understanding of Project Controls, including Planning, Cost Management, Risk Management, and Management of Change (MoC).Strong analytical and systematic approach with excellent attention to detail.Proven ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple activities simultaneously.Experience coordinating stakeholders across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and support functions.Knowledge of planning processes and execution readiness within a high-hazard or operational environment.Ability to monitor performance metrics and utilise planning data to drive improvements.Demonstrates a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, raising issues in line with company policies.Technical qualification or engineering background desirable.Experience within the oil & gas, energy, process, or related operational sectors would be advantageous. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Onshore Planner looking for new employment.

IR35: PAYE onlyOur Client has a requirement for an Offshore Planner, who will be required to work o... IR35: PAYE onlyOur Client has a requirement for an Offshore Planner, who will be required to work on a staff basis in Barrow-in-Furness this role is a full-time site role on a 2 Year contract.Role PurposeThe Offshore Planner is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving integrated asset planning processes to support safe, efficient, and reliable offshore operations. The role ensures that short, medium, and long-term plans are robust, prioritised, and aligned with operational objectives whilst supporting the safe execution of offshore activities.Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and support functions, the Offshore Planner will coordinate planning activities, manage interfaces, identify operational constraints, and provide visibility of upcoming workload and resource requirements.Job Role Responsibilities Develop and maintain integrated asset plans for offshore operations, ensuring planning standards and governance processes are followed.Compile and facilitate 28-day and 3-month planning cycles, ensuring activities are prioritised, integrated, and executable.Provide daily planning support to offshore operations and assist with activity prioritisation in line with safety, integrity, and production objectives.Produce and maintain weekly and rolling 4-week schedules.Coordinate and integrate activities across Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and Decommissioning teams.Identify and manage SIMOPS conflicts, constraints, and operational risks within plans.Ensure barrier management and asset integrity considerations are incorporated into planning activities.Support operational risk assessments and promote the safe execution of planned activities.Contribute to the 8-Quarter planning process, providing long-term visibility of workload, resources, and operational constraints.Engage with stakeholders across multiple disciplines to ensure alignment and effective communication of priorities and risks.Monitor planning performance, plan attainment, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.Provide offshore planning cover for short durations when required.Undertake any other associated duties as reasonably required. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications Significant experience in integrated planning within an operational environment.Strong working knowledge and experience of Primavera P6 and SAP.Experience in Project Management and Project Controls disciplines.Understanding of planning, cost management, risk management, and Management of Change (MoC) processes.Knowledge of SIMOPS management and operational risk integration.Ability to develop and manage integrated schedules across multiple functions and stakeholders.Strong analytical and data-driven planning capabilities.Experience within the oil & gas and/or offshore operations sector.Technical qualification or engineering background desirable.Project Management and/or Planning qualifications desirable.Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for an Offshore Planner looking for new employment.

Our client a well established and well known business within the Nuclear setor are currently looking... Our client a well established and well known business within the Nuclear setor are currently looking to hire a Waste Engineer/Package Manager to be part of a busy project based in Culham, Oxforshire on a contractual basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Waste Engineer to play a key role in the Decommissioning & Repurposing Programme. Working within a highly regulated nuclear environment, you will lead waste engineering activities across major decommissioning projects, ensuring safe, compliant and cost-effective waste management solutions.Job Title: Waste Engineer/Package ManagerDuration: 12 MonthsLocation: Culham, OxfordshireWorking Week: 4 Days Per Week OnsiteRates: Competitive Hourly Rates - Inside IR35Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver waste management strategies for decommissioning projects.Lead waste characterisation activities, including DQOs, WSAPs and sampling campaigns.Identify suitable treatment, recycling and disposal routes for radioactive and hazardous waste.Coordinate contractors, laboratories and specialist suppliers.Work closely with project teams, health physics, environmental specialists and regulators.Manage technical risks and provide guidance to junior engineers and graduates. Skills/Experience Required: Degree-qualified in Engineering, Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry or a related discipline.Significant experience in waste management, decommissioning or another highly regulated industry.Strong understanding of radioactive waste characterisation, classification and disposal.Knowledge of UK nuclear and environmental regulations (IRR17, EPR, CDM).Excellent stakeholder engagement, problem-solving and technical report-writing skills.Chartered status or equivalent experience is advantageous. A Full Job Specification can be provided.

IR35: InsideOur Client has a requirement for a Package Manager Facility Integration & Requiremen... IR35: InsideOur Client has a requirement for a Package Manager Facility Integration & Requirements Management who will be required to work on a contract basis in Oxfordshire.Role PurposeWe are looking for an experienced Package Manager to support the development of facility adaptation and infrastructure projects within a highly regulated environment.The role will focus on facility integration, requirements management, stakeholder engagement, building assessments, engineering coordination, and the development of strategic project documentation aligned to RIBA Stage 1 principles.Job Role Responsibilities• Coordinate facility integration and infrastructure modification activities.• Manage stakeholder requirements, assumptions, constraints, and interfaces.• Develop facility layouts and support concept development activities.• Coordinate engineering studies, condition surveys, inspections, and maintenance assessments.• Support project planning activities, including schedules, risks, costs, and decision logs.• Manage cross-functional interfaces across engineering, operations, asset management, and project teams.• Support development of strategic briefs, governance papers, and decision-making documentation.• Identify and escalate technical risks, issues, and dependencies.Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications• Degree-qualified in Engineering, Construction, Facilities Management, Project Management, or similar discipline.• Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary engineering, infrastructure, refurbishment, or facility repurposing projects.• Strong experience in requirements management and stakeholder engagement.• Experience managing technical interfaces across multiple disciplines and stakeholders.• Knowledge of building services, infrastructure, condition assessments, and maintenance planning.• Experience supporting concept development, option appraisal, project planning, and cost estimation.• Familiarity with governance processes, risk management, and decision-support activities.• Understanding of RIBA Stage 1 Preparation and Briefing desirable.• Excellent communication, facilitation, and organisational skills.Highly Desirable• Experience within highly regulated industries.• Brownfield facility adaptation or infrastructure project experience.• Chartered status (CEng, ChPP or equivalent).Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for professionals looking for new employment.

Shape the future of workforce competence and training assurance across high-hazard operational envir... Shape the future of workforce competence and training assurance across high-hazard operational environments.Our Client has a requirement for a Training & Competency Advisor, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Barrow-in-Furness.Role Purpose Provide efficient training and competence advisory services.Maintain latest standards, procedures and systems to ensure consistent best practice is deployed in the training and competence area whilst satisfying UK specific legislation and company requirements.Act as contract owner for the third-party execution of training bookings and associated service provision. Job Role Responsibilities Manage a training framework across all operated assets.Manage a competence assurance framework across all operated assets and manage the competence assurance register.Manage Training and Competence and Job Profiles in the Training and Competence Management System and prepare and issue competence and training reports.Maintain assessment programmes for Safety Critical, Operational Critical and Technical roles to minimise risk to personnel safety, asset integrity and environmental performance.Provide support for assessment and verification across assets and support functional competence frameworks and assessments as required.Ensure robust assurance and governance of operational training and competence practice across all operated assets.Identify, develop and maintain training and competence standards, systems, processes and procedures in line with legislation and company requirements.Educate and roll out new standards and processes to relevant personnel, ensuring robust input and embedding of best practice.Maintain training and competence management and data recording systems that support management reporting and annual KPI development relating to Competence Assurance.Monitor progress and take remedial actions where necessary to ensure targets are achieved.Establish and maintain assessment programmes for Emergency Management and Emergency Response Teams.Develop and oversee delivery of an annual assurance programme of training and competence delivery across operated assets.Manage third-party training booking services, providing advice and authorisations on mandatory role requirements.Support the transition of apprentices into the competency and assessment framework.Support the development of site, business and portfolio competence assurance plans to identify technical and legislative competence needs.Actively contribute to key competence strategies including training and competence frameworks.Provide support for audits and inspections involving training and competence.Prepare asset training budget information and monitor spend.Provide Learning and Competence Management System support.Collate and maintain relevant training and assessment records for contracting staff, particularly those performing emergency response duties.Represent the business as a member of the Connected Council Forum.Carry out any other associated duties as reasonably required. Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications Detailed understanding of legislative requirements for training and competence.Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, establishing trust with key stakeholders and maintaining open, honest and confidential working relationships.Strong facilitation skills with the ability to influence across diverse audiences.Well-developed planning and organisational skills.Offshore asset location experience and mobility to carry out regular trips.Experience with training and competence management systems within the upstream oil and gas industry.Knowledge of safety case requirements, regulatory requirements and competence assurance management standards.Knowledge and experience in the development and/or maintenance of units of competence criteria and range of equipment.Minimum completion of higher education, with preference for further education certification.Several years' experience in training management.Production Operations background.Offshore BOSIET and Medic certification. Company InformationAt First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Training & Competency Advisors looking for new employment.As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.