Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer looking for a role that offers stability, variety, and genuine long-term career prospects within a growing and highly respected business?

Elvet Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a leading Fire & Security specialist to recruit a Fire & Security Engineer covering the North East and South Yorkshire regions. Due to continued growth and the successful award of a significant new contract, our client is expanding their engineering team and seeking a motivated professional to support their service and maintenance division.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality Fire, Security, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarm, and Life Safety solutions across a wide range of commercial and residential environments.

The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for carrying out planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, reactive repairs, and emergency call-outs across a varied portfolio of sites, including Extra Care and Retirement Living developments. Experience within these environments would be advantageous, although not essential.

This role would suit an engineer who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, enjoys working independently, and is looking to join a supportive organisation that genuinely values its employees.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on Fire & Security systems across multiple sites
• Diagnosing faults and completing reactive repair works to minimise system downtime and ensure compliance
• Attending emergency call-outs as part of the on-call rota and providing effective fault resolution
• Servicing and maintaining Fire Alarm, CCTV, Intruder Alarm, Access Control, Door Entry, and associated life safety systems
• Accurately completing service reports, maintenance records, worksheets, and associated documentation using electronic systems
• Updating site logbooks and ensuring all work carried out is fully documented and compliant
• Identifying remedial works and communicating recommendations to management and clients where required
• Maintaining company-issued tools, equipment, vehicle, and stock in good working order
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with current Health & Safety regulations, industry standards, and company procedures
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with clients and site representatives
• Providing technical support to colleagues when required and assisting with problem-solving across the wider engineering team
• Representing the company professionally at all times and delivering a high standard of customer service
• Participating in manufacturer and industry training to continually develop technical knowledge and skills

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 2 years' post-education experience within the Fire & Security industry
• Strong background in servicing, maintenance, fault finding, and repair of Fire & Security systems
• Experience working with Fire Alarms, CCTV, Access Control, Intruder Alarms, or related systems
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills with the ability to work methodically and independently
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise tasks across multiple sites
• Professional, reliable, and self-motivated approach to work
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Willingness to travel across the North East and South Yorkshire regions
• Experience working within Extra Care, Supported Living, or Retirement Living environments would be advantageous but is not essential
• Relevant industry qualifications and manufacturer training would be beneficial

Role Information:

• Up to £40,000 DOE
• Full-time permanent position
• 40 hours per week (08:00 - 17:00)
• 1-in-4 on-call rota with additional call-out payments
• Company van and fuel card provided
• Generous holiday allowance
• Long-term career stability within a growing business
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of sites throughout the North East and South Yorkshire

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion and further information regarding this opportunity.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting an Assistant Site Manager on behalf of a leading UK construction contractor to support the successful delivery of high‑quality projects in the North East. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working with people, and is committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality and programme delivery.

The Role

As Assistant Site Manager, you will help coordinate the day‑to‑day running of the site, supervise trades, maintain accurate records and ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with our Quality Assurance procedures. You will support the Site Manager with subcontractor coordination, document control, programme tracking, commercial awareness and client communication, playing a key part in driving the project forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the management of subcontractors, monitoring progress and coordinating daily activities

• Produce short‑term weekly programmes aligned with the overall project schedule

• Maintain accurate site records including diaries, labour returns and material logs

• Ensure inspection and test plans are understood and followed

• Record design changes, CVIs and change notes

• Maintain drawing registers and ensure subcontractors work to current information

• Assist with ordering and controlling materials, plant and equipment

• Monitor unbudgeted costs and support commercial reporting

• Prepare Method Statements and Risk Assessments for activities under your control

• Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety

• Interpret drawings accurately to support setting‑out requirements

• Communicate effectively with the Site Manager, design team and subcontractors

• Represent the business professionally at all times

About You

• Health & Safety qualifications including SMSTS and CSCS (minimum requirement)

• Previous experience in the construction industry

• Confident working with architects, engineers, clients and subcontractors

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A proactive, responsible and professional approach to work

Remuneration

Up to £50,000 DOE + car/car allowance.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

For more info contact George French at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Project Manager on behalf of a leading UK construction contractor to oversee major building projects from contract award through to successful completion in the North East. This role requires a strong leader capable of driving programme, quality, safety and commercial performance while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, consultants and the wider project team.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of live construction projects, ensuring production targets, profitability, safety standards and quality expectations are consistently achieved. You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, coordinate with design and commercial colleagues, and act as the primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from start to finish, ensuring programme, quality and safety targets are met
• Liaise closely with clients, design teams and internal commercial staff
• Develop and monitor construction programmes, reporting weekly progress
• Prepare and review RAMS, Method Statements and Safety Plans in line with CDM requirements
• Provide leadership and support to Site Supervisors, trainees and support staff
• Manage labour, subcontractors and material procurement
• Chair subcontractor meetings and produce accurate minutes and reports
• Oversee day‑to‑day planning, problem solving and site coordination
• Ensure compliance with company quality procedures and HSE standards
• Manage snagging, commissioning and handover to deliver a defect‑free building
• Assist with subcontractor selection and scope definition
• Identify and report contractual risks to senior management

About You

• Must have: SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid 
• Ideally will have: HNC / HND or Degree in relevant field
• Proven supervisory or management experience within the construction industry
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead teams and engage effectively with clients and subcontractors
• Solid understanding of health & safety and CDM regulations
• Ability to plan, coordinate and drive productivity on complex projects
• Degree‑qualified in a relevant construction discipline (or equivalent experience)
• A collaborative, professional and accountable approach, with the determination to deliver high‑quality outcomes

Remuneration

£82,000 - £97,000 DOE + car/car allowance + generous package. 

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

For more info contact George French at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager to join a leading Main Construction Contractor in the North East.

The contractor deliver projects across commercial, industrial, education, leisure, healthcare and more. 

Duties Include:

• Managing and overseeing the daily site operations.
• Monitoring site timelines and managing the budgets/resources.
• Promoting a high quality culture, ensuring all health and safety standards are adhered to.
• Liaising with the Project and Contracts Manager, reporting any changes to schedule and planning future work activities.
• Leading and motivating the site teams to ensure that all works are carried out on time.
• Completing daily site diaries.

Experience Required:

Must have:

• Experience working as Site Manager on commercial construction projects.
• SMSTS, CSCS, Temporary Works, First Aid.
• Experience delivering schemes over £5million

Nice to have:

• Degree qualified or HNC/HND qualified.

Remuneration:

The client is offering a salary up to £58,000 (depending on experience) + package for the right candidate.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

For more information, please contact George French at Elvet Recruitment

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Project Manager on behalf of an established main construction contractor in Hull.

Applicants will need to show a track record of excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage construction projects, including direct labour and sub-contractor resource and the ability to deliver quality construction projects within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment.

This company works as principal contractor on projects including: Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Extra Care, Commercial, Industrial, etc. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Leading projects from start to finish, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery.
• Driving health & safety standards and ensuring full compliance with legislation and company procedures.
• Produce construction phase plans and programming works.
• Co-ordination of various sub-contractors and direct delivery teams.
• Progress reports and meetings with senior management and clients.
• Ordering materials for site and managing supply chain.
• Daily site diaries & briefings.

Experience required:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager delivering construction projects over £5m.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and drawings.
• Ability to manage project costs and on the ground delivery at all stages.
• Qualifications: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid are essential.
• Degree or HNC/HND qualified is beneficial.

Remuneration:

A salary ranging from £58,000 to £65,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client.

For more information, please contact George French at Elvet Recruitment.

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Design Manager for a respected main contractor in the North East. 

In this role you will lead and coordinate the design process from pre‑construction through delivery, ensuring buildable, compliant and cost‑effective solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects, using strong architectural and technical expertise to drive quality, programme certainty and risk reduction.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage the full design process from tender stage through construction, ensuring information is delivered in line with programme, budget and client requirements.
• Review architectural, structural and MEP designs for buildability, compliance, coordination and value engineering opportunities.
• Develop and maintain design responsibility matrices, design programmes and information release schedules.
• Ensure all design information complies with Building Regulations, planning conditions, fire strategy, sustainability requirements and sector‑specific standards.
• Coordinate consultant and subcontractor design packages, ensuring timely delivery and integration into the main design.
• Manage design risk registers, identifying issues early and driving resolution before they impact site operations.
• Support bid and pre‑construction teams with technical input, design solutions, planning submissions and tender documentation.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams and commercial teams to ensure design aligns with procurement, sequencing and construction methodology.
• Review and approve subcontractor drawings, specifications and technical submissions.
• Ensure all design information aligns with BIM protocols, digital coordination processes and information management requirements.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and statutory bodies, providing clear communication and technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Experience required:

Must have:

• Architectural background (Part II/III, ARB, or strong technical design experience within an architectural practice or contractor).
• Proven experience delivering design coordination on contractor‑side projects.
• Experience across multiple sectors such as industrial, residential, hotels, extra care, retail or student accommodation.
• Ability to interrogate drawings, specifications and technical details across all disciplines.
• Proficiency in reviewing BIM models, digital coordination tools and common data environments.

Nice to have:

• Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor.
• Understanding of fire compliance, acoustic performance, sustainability standards and Part L/Part B requirements.
• BIM awareness or training (ISO 19650, Revit/ Navisworks familiarity).
• Chartership (MCIOB, RIBA, CIAT) or working towards it.

Remuneration:

The client are looking to pay between £60,000 and £70,000 DOE + package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

For more information please contact George French at Elvet Recruitment. 

Elvet Recruitment are working with a successful and trusted Commercial Building Contractor to assist them finding a Site Administrator to assist with their £75m project in the North East. 

With a stable clientele, this company’s growth is consistently accelerating through the strong pipeline of projects as well as their successes of recent projects completed.

As an Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of the site. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that departmental processes are completed accurately and on time, while also providing general administrative support to the team as needed.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Maintaining accurate records of project documents, including contracts, drawings, specifications, and safety regulations
• Liasing between site staff, contractors, subcontractors, and clients
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of project timelines and schedules.
• Monitoring project expenses and ensuring adherence to the budget.
• Ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and other relevant standards.
• Handling inquiries from suppliers, processing invoices, and managing procurement
• Preparing and distributing project reports and progress updates
• Ordering stock for the site 
• Recording minutes/actions from any meetings as required.
• Setting up, obtaining approvals, and processing new Sub-Contractors.
• Managing contingent worker process.
• Maintain and update Supply Chain documentation.
• Managing weekly staff diaries as required.
• General site office duties.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience of working within a Site Manager role or similar
• Experience of using Asite software (Desirable) 
• Previous experience in a commercial business environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook
• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Role Information:

• Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 
• 30 minutes lunch 
• £26,000 - £32,000

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

By applying for this job you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found on our website

Please call Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of an established and expanding construction contractor to run projects across the North East.

Applicants will need to show a track record of excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage construction projects, including direct labour and sub-contractor resource and the ability to deliver quality construction projects within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment.

This company typically works as principal contractor on projects including:, commercial builds, industrial builds, Residential, Healthcare, Education etc. This particular requirement would be suited to someone with previous Education project experience, delivering a scheme from £10-15m in value. This is an opportunity to be involved in this multi-phase project from inception.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage site team and supply chain to deliver projects to quality targets and deadlines.
• Produce construction phase plans and programming works.
• Co-ordination of various sub-contractors and direct delivery teams.
• Progress reports and meetings with senior management and clients.
• Ordering materials for site and managing supply chain.
• Daily site diaries & briefings.

Experience required:

Must have:

• Experience managing construction projects covering new build & refurbishment with values of £2m+.
• Ability to manage project costs and on the ground delivery at all stages.
• Qualifications: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid are essential.
• Degree or HNC/HND qualified is beneficial.
  

Remuneration:

A salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client.