Mechanical & Electrical
Your M&E Recruitment Specialists
Our Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Division are specialists in recruiting for candidates working across the UK.
Our team of experienced recruiters possess a full understanding of our client requirements and ensure successful placements across the division. Candidates are matched to the most appropriate role through a selection and interview process, being placed into temporary, contract or permanent positions. Our clients have access to a dedicated team who are available 24/7 for any short-notice or flexible staffing solutions.
We recruit for the following roles:
- JIB electricians
- 17th edition and Testing and Inspection Electricians
- Plumbers
- Pipefitters
- Electricians
- Electrical Improvers
- Plumbers Mate/Improvers
- Welders
- Tig Welders
- Gas Safe Engineers
- M&E Project Managers
- M&E Contracts Manager
- M&E Site Managers and Supervisors
- Design Engineers
- Estimators and Quantity Surveyors
Contact: 01603 519250 Norwich
Contact: 01164 645863 Midlands
For more information on our recruitment services for Mechanical and Electrical, please contact us on: 01603 519250 Norwich and 01164 645863 Midlands
Latest Mechanical & Electrical Jobs
Electrician
Electrician
Temporary
Nottingham
Rate of pay: Umbrella / CIS self-employed / LTD CIS / LTD self-employed = £24 per hour. PAYE option available.
Are you an Electrician looking for work?
ARC is currently looking for an Electrician in Nottingham for ongoing commercial work.
For this position, you must have the following:
• JIB Gold Card
• Full PPE
• Tools
This temporary work for an Electrician is for an ongoing duration.
The type of work for an Electrician will be commercial work.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
• Working with one of East Anglia’s leading Recruitment agencies with 16 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
• In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
• Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
• On-going assignments
• Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
• Access to Free online training.
Please contact our Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment specialists in Rugby if you are available for this position
ARC M&E – BUILDING ON SUCCESS
Mechanical Fitter
ARC is looking for Mechanical Fitters in Grays for ongoing industrial work.
Job Title – Industrial Mechnical Fitter
Location – Harlow
Rates
CIS /LTD payments
Mon to Fri Grade 4 NAECI rate: £26.50 / weekend Grade 4 NAECI rate: £31.50
Mon to Fri Grade 5 NAECI rate: £28 / weekend Grade 4 NAECI rate: £33
PAYE also available
Requirements:
- Heavy Industrial mechanical fitter experience
- CSCS / JIB / CCSNG card
- Own tools and full 5-point PPE
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout and configuration of piping systems.
- Previous experience as an Industrial Pipefitter in sectors such as power, oil & gas, Petrochem, and chemical industries
- NVQ Pipefitter or equivalent
- forklift licence
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
• Working with a leading Recruitment agency with 16 years within the marketplace
• In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
• Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
• On-going assignments
• Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
• Access to Free online training.
Head of M&E
Head of M&E – Building Services
Location: Milton Keynes (Office-Based- Some Flex)
Salary: £90,000 + Car Allowance + Commission / Bonus
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and fast-growing M&E Building Services contractor based just outside Milton Keynes. With a current annual turnover of approximately £10 million (£6 million Electrical / £4 million Mechanical), the business has ambitious plans to reach £50 million within the next five years.
Operating across high-profile Government (SC cleared), NHS, and commercial projects, the company is built on a foundation of strong financial stability, a robust cash flow, and an excellent workplace culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and success.
The Role
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and commercially astute Head of M&E to play a leading role in shaping the company’s next phase of growth.
You will take overall responsibility for the performance of the M&E divisions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably. This position requires a strong leader who combines technical expertise with strategic and commercial awareness.
Key Responsibilities
- Full ownership of company P&L, ensuring consistent growth and profitability.
- Provide leadership and direction to both Electrical and Mechanical teams.
- Manage and develop key client relationships within Government, NHS, and commercial sectors.
- Oversee delivery of multiple projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and financial performance.
- Drive operational excellence through effective processes and resource management.
- Utilise and develop existing supply chain and subcontractor networks (existing relationships advantageous).
- Opportunity to bring your own team if desired.
- Work closely with senior management to shape strategic business direction and support expansion plans.
About You
- Proven leadership experience within the M&E Building Services industry.
- Strong commercial background, ideally having managed or grown a multi-million-pound operation.
- Excellent understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services delivery.
- Established network of suppliers, contractors, and clients (advantageous).
- Results-driven, ambitious, and committed to achieving both personal and company success.
- Able to commute to the Milton Keynes area with flexibility to travel (travel requirements will vary).
What’s on Offer
- Basic salary from £90,000 per annum
- Car allowance
- Commission and performance-based bonuses
- Excellent workplace culture and long-term career opportunity within a growing business
Application Process
There will be a two-stage interview process following registration with ARC:
- Stage One: Informal exploratory discussion
- Stage Two: Formal interview and presentation (details provided in advance)
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
Harry Severn
Harry.Severn@arcgroup.co.uk
01603 519250
Electrician/Croydon
Electrician
Temporary
Croydon
Rate of pay: Umbrella / CIS self-employed / LTD CIS / LTD self-employed = £220 per day
Are you an Electrician looking for work?
ARC is currently looking for an Electrician in Croydon for ongoing commercial work.
You MUST have SC Clearance.
For this position, you must have the following:
• ECS / JIB
• Full PPE
• Tools
This temporary work for an Electrician is for an ongoing duration.
The type of work for an Electrician will be commercial work.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
• Working with one of East Anglia’s leading Recruitment agencies with 16 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
• In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
• Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
• On-going assignments
• Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
• Access to Free online training.
Please contact our Mechanical & Electrical Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position
ARC M&E – BUILDING ON SUCCESS
Painter
Job Title: Painter & Decorator
Job Type: Self employed on going
Location: Skegness
Rate: £145 a Day CIS (must have own van & tools) 20p per mile paid
Our client, a subcontractor who deliver high quality services to clients in the social housing and local authority sector are seeking a Painter & Decorator to join their maintenance team on a long-term ongoing basis. The works are on voids properties and are a mixture of internal and external works.
Working hours are 8am -5pm Monday to Friday. 30 minutes lunch.
Desirable Experience of a Painter & Decorator:
- Must have good skills in a variety of trades such as general painting, decorating mainly kitchen and bathroom areas.
Qualifications & Skills of a Painter & Decorator:
- Minimum of 2 years professional painting experience
- Have own tools (brushes & whites) and transport
- Experience of facilities or housing maintenance
- Full driving licence & van/car required
Email – maryrisa.phillips@arcgroup.co.uk or call 07548 764117
Pipefitter
ARC is looking for Pipefitters in Royston for ongoing industrial work.
Job Title – Industrial Pipefitter
Location – Royston
Rates – CIS /LTD payments
- Mon to Fri Grade 4 NAECI rate: £26.50 / weekend Grade 4 NAECI rate: £31.50
- Mon to Fri Grade 5 NAECI rate: £28 / weekend Grade 5 NAECI rate: £33
PAYE also available
Requirements:
- Heavy Industrial pipefitter experience
- CSCS / JIB / CCSNG card
- Own tools and full 5-point PPE
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout and configuration of piping systems.
- Previous experience as an Industrial Pipefitter in sectors such as power, oil & gas, Petrochem, and chemical industries
- NVQ Pipefitter or equivalent
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
- Working with a leading Recruitment agency with 16 years within the marketplace
- In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
- Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
- Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
- Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
- On-going assignments
- Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
- Access to Free online training.
