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1st Step Solutions are supporting a multi-disciplinary MEP contractor who has an opportunity for a Payroll Officer / Manager on a permanent basis based in Essex. Our client is a multi-disciplinary Mechanical and Electrical (MEP) contractor specialising in building services engineering across a variety of sectors, including data centres, commercial buildings, education, healthcare and other construction environments. They are looking to recruit an experienced and organised Payroll Officer / Payroll Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day running and management of the company's payroll function, including PAYE, CIS and subcontractor payments. The Role This is a key position within the finance team, responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of all payroll activities, PAYE submissions, CIS returns and payments to employees and subcontractors. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and CIS regulations, ideally with previous experience working within the construction or MEP industry. Key Responsibilities Manage and process weekly and monthly payrolls including CIS process for subcontractors Process new starters, leavers, salary changes and employee amendments. Calculate holiday pay, statutory sick pay, maternity pay and other statutory payments. Ensure PAYE, National Insurance and other statutory deductions are calculated correctly. Submit RTI reports to HMRC, including FPS and EPS submissions. Manage employee pension contributions and auto-enrolment requirements. Handle payroll queries from employees and management. Produce payroll reports and maintain accurate payroll records. Verify subcontractors with HMRC and establish the correct deduction status. Ensure subcontractor records, UTR numbers and verification details are accurate and up to date. Process subcontractor payment applications and invoices. Calculate CIS deductions at the appropriate rates. Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns to HMRC. Ensure CIS deductions are paid to HMRC within the required deadlines. Issue monthly CIS deduction statements to subcontractors. Ensure compliance with HMRC CIS legislation and reporting requirements. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in a payroll position, ideally within the construction industry. Strong working knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance and HMRC payroll requirements. Extensive practical experience of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Experience processing weekly and monthly payrolls. Experience preparing and submitting CIS returns and making HMRC payments. Good understanding of subcontractor verification and CIS deduction rates. Experience reconciling payroll, CIS and PAYE accounts. Strong Excel and general IT skills. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Previous experience working for an MEP contractor, main contractor or construction subcontractor. Experience with Sage, Xero, COINS or other payroll/accounting software. What is on Offer Competitive salary, dependent on experience Company pension scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Professional development and training opportunities Regular exposure to major MEP and technically complex projects Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for career progression within a growing business

1st Step Solutions are supporting an M&E Contractor who have an opportunity for a on a Executive Assistant to join our clients work Winning team on a Permanent basis based in Barbican. Purpose of the Role To provide efficient administrative, bid coordination and executive support to the Work Winning Director and team, ensuring the effective management of tenders and business development activities from enquiry through to submission. The role is responsible for maintaining accurate bid documentation, coordinating internal and external inputs, managing deadlines and supporting the preparation of high-quality tender submissions. Key Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate tender activities from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met. Download, review and distribute EOIs, PQQs and ITTs to relevant stakeholders. Set up and maintain bid folders, documentation, trackers and submission schedules. Coordinate bid responses across departments, gathering information and drafting responses using approved company information and resources. Issue and chase subcontractor enquiries, monitor responses and maintain accurate records. Format, quality-check and compile tender documentation, ensuring submissions are complete, consistent and professionally presented. Manage tender uploads and submissions via client portals, ensuring compliance with submission requirements and deadlines. Maintain bid records, business development trackers and the new project list, ensuring information is accurate and shared appropriately. Provide diary management and organisational support to the Work Winning Director. Coordinate meetings, appointments and team schedules as required. Maintain the Work Winning Team holiday calendar and support forward planning. Liaise with People & Culture to obtain and maintain CVs, staff profiles and supporting information for tender submissions. Ensure bid documents, shared folders and information repositories are accurate, current and accessible to authorised personnel. Handle confidential business information with discretion and maintain professional standards in all communications. Maintain organised electronic and physical records relevant to the Work Winning function. Support the upkeep of company certificates and relevant compliance documentation used in tender submissions. Ensure administrative processes and records comply with company policies and procedures. Provide appropriate cover for agreed duties during periods of absence, subject to competence and operational requirements. Experience and Qualifications Experience Experience in bid coordination, tender administration or a similar administrative support role. Experience in executive diary management and document control. Experience working to deadlines and coordinating information from multiple stakeholders. Package: Competitive salary Company car or car allowance Opportunities for career progression Further technical and personal development 25 days holiday (up to 30 days with service) plus bank holidays Flexible holiday scheme Private healthcare scheme and life assurance Pension scheme with 5.5% employer contribution Wellbeing and employee assistance programme

Trainee Electro-Mechanical Technician Stoke-on-Trent 26,000 - 30,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Pension + Holiday Excellent opportunity to get into an entry level engineering position with full training and skill development. On offer is a position within a supportive company that will teach you everything you need to know about electrical and mechanical engineering. In this job you will be required to work on their own initiative, carrying out the evaluation, dismantling, assessment, repair and testing of actuators and valves. The ideal candidate will have: A methodical approach to tasks. Good practical and problem-solving skills. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. Any background considered This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in the engineering industry.

1st Step Solutions are supporting a building services engineering company who have an opportunity for a Compliance Manager based in Grays, Essex. This is a key role within the organisation, requiring a strong combination of electrical technical knowledge, commercial awareness, compliance management and practical project experience. Role overview: The Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the companies electrical works are delivered in accordance with applicable legislation, standards, specifications, drawings and client requirements. Alongside electrical compliance responsibilities, the role will provide Electrical Quantity Surveying / commercial support, ensuring that electrical packages are properly scoped, valued, controlled and commercially managed. The role will also undertake Authorised Person (AP) duties where formally appointed, ensuring that electrical systems and associated activities are managed safely and in accordance with the company's procedures and relevant electrical safety rules. The successful candidate will be a technically strong and commercially aware individual who can operate both strategically and hands-on across live construction projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage electrical compliance and quality across company projects. Ensure electrical works comply with relevant legislation, British Standards, IET requirements, project specifications and client requirements. Carry out site inspections, audits and quality checks. Oversee electrical testing, commissioning, certification and handover documentation. Identify and close out defects, non-conformances and compliance issues. Manage electrical RAMS, inspection and test plans and relevant compliance documentation. Act as Authorised Person (AP) where suitably qualified, appointed and authorised, including electrical isolations, permits, switching and safe systems of work. Manage electrical packages commercially, including budgets, valuations, variations, costs and final accounts. Review subcontractor quotations, applications and performance. Monitor labour, material and subcontractor costs to protect project margins. Support Project Managers and Site Managers with electrical, technical and commercial issues. Liaise with clients, consultants, main contractors and subcontractors on electrical and compliance matters. Maintain company electrical compliance procedures, registers and records. Identify operational, technical and commercial risks and implement corrective actions. Keep the business up to date with relevant changes to electrical standards, legislation and industry requirements. Support continuous improvement in electrical quality, safety, compliance and commercial performance. Requirements Proven experience within electrical contracting / MEP construction. Experience in an Electrical QS, Compliance Manager, Electrical Manager or similar role. Strong understanding of electrical standards, compliance and health & safety. Experience with valuations, variations, cost control and subcontractor management. Experience with electrical QA, inspections and project handover. AP experience and appropriate competence/authorisation for the systems being managed. Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and specifications. Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills. Commercially aware with a focus on project profitability and risk management. On Offer: Competitive salary Performance-related bonus Company car / allowance Pension scheme Career progression opportunities Private health care