Recruitment Consultant – Blue Collar M&E

Overview

Recruitment Consultant – Blue Collar M&E. REC2 Recruitment are partnering with a well-established Shoreditch-based recruitment consultancy specialising in the built environment, including Building Services Design, Fit-Out & Refurbishment, M&E, and Building Contracting
.

They are looking for a Temp Recruitment Consultant to join their Building Services team
, focusing on Blue Collar M&E roles
. This is a hands-on position for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited to build a candidate network from scratch.

You’ll be recruiting for a very warm client base
, covering contractors and subcontractors across M&E and building services
. As there is no existing candidate database
, this role is perfect for someone who is highly proactive, confident on the phone, and driven by results
.

This is a chance to take ownership of a specialist desk
, generating placements for roles including:

• Electricians, Mechanical Fitters, and Engineers
• Site Supervisors and Foremen
• Project and Maintenance Operatives

• Salary: £30,000–£40,000 DOE
• Commission: Up to 25% of billings (no threshold)
• Hybrid working: Flexible Shoreditch office / work-from-home options
• Vibrant team culture: Supportive, collaborative environment
• Professional development: Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

• Recruitment experience within blue-collar M&E or building services (perm, temp, or both)
• Self-motivated, proactive, and confident in building candidate networks from scratch
• Strong relationship-building and commercial awareness
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive, high-performing team

If you’re an ambitious recruiter looking for a hands-on, self-starting role within a fast-growing building services team, apply today for a confidential conversation
.

If you’re ready to bring your recruitment expertise into a thriving international market and join a supportive, high-performing team, we’d love to hear from you.

This vacancy is for a permanent, full-time role based in the UK. Applicants must have independent legal authorisation to live and work in the UK.

We are only able to respond to Candidates who have Recruitment Industry experience. If you have not heard from us within one week, please assume you have not been selected for an interview.

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Rec2 Recruitment specifically focuses on the placement of experienced Recruitment Professionals in the Built Environment, Engineering, and Energy sector.

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