First Achieve Ltd

Deburr Operator - Glasgow Are you detail-oriented with a keen eye for precision? We're recruiting a Deburr Operator for our client's Glasgow facility, where you'll play a key role in finishing high-precision metal components to the highest quality standards. What You'll Do: As a Deburr Operator, you'll be responsible for preparing and perfecting metal parts by removing burrs, sharp edges, and imperfections. Key responsibilities include: Inspecting components for burrs, sharp edges, and surface defects Operating deburring tools such as hand files, sanders, grinders, and rotary tools Following blueprints, work instructions, and quality standards to ensure precise finishes Using microscopes or magnifiers for detailed deburring work when necessary Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work area Skills & Behaviours: Flexible, collaborative, and supportive team player Positive attitude with resilience to setbacks Good problem-solving skills within your team's scope Strong time management and proactive approach Respectful and professional in interactions with colleagues and customers Qualifications & Experience: Educated to standard grade level Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity Health & safety conscious Experience working with high-quality precision components is desirable Previous deburring experience is a plus, but full training will be provided What's on Offer: Full-time, permanent role - 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday 33 days holiday per year, including Christmas closure Comprehensive benefits including pension, life insurance, private medical healthcare, prescription protection eyewear, and employee retail discounts Opportunities to develop and grow within a supportive, collaborative environment

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of high-performance industrial pump systems? This is your chance to join a highly respected engineering organisation where innovation, quality, and people are genuinely at the heart of everything they do. As Engineering Lead, you'll be at the forefront of design and technical excellence - guiding a talented team, tackling complex challenges, and delivering engineering solutions that make a real impact across multiple industries. If you're looking for a role that offers variety, leadership, and the opportunity to grow within a business that values your expertise, this could be the ideal next step. What's in It for You You'll be joining an organisation that invests heavily in its people - both professionally and personally. Alongside a salary of up to £60,000 , you'll enjoy a first-class benefits package designed to reward your contribution and support your wellbeing: 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Holiday Buy Scheme - purchase up to 5 extra days Up to 8% employer pension contribution Enhanced company sick pay Life assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Volunteering Scheme - paid time to support your local community Employee Assistance Programme Retail discounts, cashback and offers Health Cash Back Plan Long Service Recognition This is a company that truly looks after its people - promoting a healthy work-life balance, offering clear development pathways, and recognising your contribution every step of the way. The Role In this position, you'll lead and mentor a skilled engineering design team, ensuring all projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to world-class standards. You'll play a hands-on role in: Overseeing design, modification, and upgrade projects for high-integrity pump systems. Providing technical leadership and problem-solving expertise. Driving continuous improvement across design, process, and product quality. Ensuring compliance with safety and engineering standards. Collaborating closely with operations and support teams to achieve performance targets. Building strong internal and external relationships to enhance customer satisfaction. This is a dynamic, technically engaging position where your leadership and technical insight will directly influence the success of key engineering programmes. About You You'll be a confident and capable engineering leader with a strong background in mechanical or rotating equipment design. You're someone who thrives on solving technical challenges and developing people to reach their full potential. We're looking for: A degree, HND, or equivalent experience in mechanical or design engineering. Proven experience working with industrial or rotating pumps. Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g. SolidWorks, ANSYS). A collaborative, hands-on leadership style. A strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Next Steps If you're ready to take on a leadership role where your technical knowledge and mentoring skills will truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity. FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE COORDINATOR: PROCESSING

Quality Inspector - Aerospace Manufacturing Location: Fife Position: 13-Week Temporary to Permanent Shifts: 2-Week Rotation - Day Shift / Back Shift First Achieve's engineering manufacturing are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well- established aerospace manufacturing company in Fife, who are looking to appoint an experienced Quality Inspector on a 13-week temp-to-permanent basis. This role operates on a 2-week rotating shift pattern, alternating between day shift and back shift, and would suit a quality professional with aerospace or precision engineering experience and a solid understanding of ISO 9001 standards. What Will I be doing? Inspect aerospace components and assemblies in line with engineering drawings and specifications. Carry out first article, in-process, and final inspections Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality procedures Identify, document, and report non-conformances Complete inspection reports and quality documentation accurately Essential Requirements to be considered Minimum 2 years' experience in a quality inspection role Background in aerospace or precision engineering Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Confident using inspection equipment (verniers, micrometers, gauges, etc.) High attention to detail and a methodical approach Desirable but not essential Experience with AS9100 CMM inspection experience Audit or corrective action involvement What's on Offer £17.90 per hour 13-week temp-to-permanent opportunity Opportunity to join a reputable aerospace manufacturer Long-term stability and development prospects If you are a Quality Inspector with at least 2 years' experience and are looking for a temp-to- perm role within the aerospace sector in Fife, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to be considered.

CNC Milling Operator / Setter Mon-Friday Day Shift Fife 14- 17PH First Achieves engineering recruitment are acting on behalf of our prestigious client in Fife looking for an experienced CNC Milling Operator / Setter to join their growing machine shop on a permanent basis. About The Role Operating and setting CNC milling machines Working with Mazak machines and Mazatrol controls Loading/unloading parts and materials Reading engineering drawings Ensuring parts meet quality standards What We're Looking For Experience operating CNC milling machines Mazak / Mazatrol experience desirable Ability to read engineering drawings Reliable team player If you have previous experience in a similar role and looking for some further information please do not hesitate to get in touch and one of our engineering experts can discuss the role in detail.

Mechanical Labourer (Manufacturing / Switchgear Assembly) First Achieve Engineering are recruiting Mechanical Labourers on behalf of a well-established engineering manufacturer specialising in bespoke electrical power distribution and control systems. Due to continued growth and a strong order book, our client is expanding their manufacturing team at their Clydebank facility. This role offers a great opportunity for someone with mechanical assembly or manufacturing experience to develop their career within a specialist engineering environment. The business operates a 4-day working week, meaning you'll enjoy a long weekend every week. The position is fully site-based within the manufacturing facility. Key Responsibilities Duties will include, but are not limited to: Interpreting engineering and manufacturing drawings Assisting with the assembly of electrical control panels Fitting copper components Installing door furniture and mechanical components (e.g. handles, fittings) Supporting the final assembly of panel work prior to dispatch Working in confined or restricted spaces when required Occasional UK-based site work Skills & Experience Proven experience in a mechanical labouring, assembly, or manufacturing role Experience working with switchgear or switchboards would be advantageous Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Comfortable working in tight or awkward spaces Full UK driving licence would be beneficial What's on Offer Up to 33,000 salary 4-day working week (38 hours, Monday-Thursday 7am-5pm) Long weekend every week Private healthcare eligibility after 2 years' service Additional holiday entitlement for long service Opportunity to join a growing engineering manufacturer If you have experience in mechanical assembly or manufacturing and are looking for a role offering excellent work-life balance with a 4-day working week, apply now or contact First Achieve Engineering for a confidential discussion.

First Achieve's Engineering Division are seeking a Valve Technician for their client who are a with a leading organisation in the Oil and Gas industry supplying their client valves and actuators worldwide. Full Time - Dayshift. Salary 38-40k + OT/ Offshore Work Role: Strip, inspect, assess, report and rebuild all valve types and operators. Fault finding to assess root cause of receipted valve failures. Pressure testing to various specifications and international standards. Development through continued training. PSV recertification campaigns. Working closely with co-workers and management to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. Completing documentation / QA Cards associated with repair scopes and testing. Ensuring compliance to documented procedures and customer specifications. Travelling to customer locations to carry out field service work when required. Qualifications: Time served with at least 6 years' experience preferable. NC/HNC in relevant domain. Knowledge on a variety of valve types. BOSIET and MIST certified.

Electrical Fitter (Switchgear / Panel Wiring) First Achieve Engineering are currently recruiting Electrical Fitters on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering manufacturer based in Clydebank. The company specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke electrical power distribution systems used across a variety of industrial, marine and specialist applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a time-served Electrical Fitter with experience in panel wiring and switchgear assembly to join a highly skilled production team. Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, multiple positions are available. The role is based fully on-site within the manufacturing facility and operates on a 4-day working week, giving you the benefit of a long weekend every week. Key Responsibilities Duties will include, but are not limited to: Reading and interpreting technical and wiring drawings Panel wiring and electrical assembly Common control wiring PLC wiring Copper busbar installation and fitting Wiring and assembly of switchgear, switchboards and distribution boards Wiring and assembly of Motor Control Centres (MCCs) Occasional UK-based site work when required Skills & Experience Time-served Electrical Fitter or similar electrical qualification Proven experience in a panel wiring or switchgear assembly environment Experience working with switchboards, switchgear or MCCs Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings Experience testing electrical switchgear panels and MCCs would be advantageous What's on Offer 4-day working week Long weekend every week Opportunity to join a well-established engineering manufacturer Strong pipeline of projects across industrial and marine sectors Competitive salary depending on experience If you are an experienced Electrical Fitter looking for your next opportunity within a growing engineering business, we would like to hear from you. Apply now or contact First Achieve Engineering for a confidential discussion.