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Calderforge M&E Recruitment Portal

Engineering Talent Placed Faster

Built by engineers, for engineers. Calderforge is Lancashire's leading Mechanical & Electrical engineering company, placing skilled professionals from trades to senior leadership.

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For Operations Support

Access Qualified M&E Talent Across All Disciplines

From plumbers and HVAC engineers to design managers and compliance specialists, pre-screened, compliance-checked candidates who are ready to contribute from day one.

  • Sector-Specific Knowledge

    Calderforge understands M&E from the inside. No learning curve, no generic CVs, just engineers who genuinely match the brief.

  • Compliance Credentials Verified

    Gas Safe, F-Gas, CSCS and all relevant qualifications are verified before candidates reach the hiring team.

  • Fast Turnaround on Critical Roles

    Skilled M&E trades are in short supply nationally. Calderforge's pre-built Lancashire network means faster shortlists and fewer delays.

  • Streamlined Internal Hiring

    The portal gives Calderforge's operations teams a single place to post vacancies, review candidates and coordinate hiring decisions across all business divisions.

For Candidates

Find Your Next Role at Calderforge

Whether you are a qualified engineer seeking your next contract or just starting out in the trade, Calderforge recruits talent from across Lancashire to fill roles within the business.

  • Roles Across All M&E Disciplines

    Plumbing, HVAC, gas, electrical, renewables, hydrogen and fire protection. Permanent, contract and temporary positions at every level.

  • Apprenticeships and Early Careers

    Breaking into M&E? We connect aspiring engineers with employers who genuinely invest in the next generation of building services talent.

  • Confidential Job Search

    Looking while employed? We handle everything with complete discretion, so your current employer never needs to know.

  • Support at Every Stage

    From application through to offer, candidates are kept informed at every step with clear communication and timely updates.

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Roles We Recruit For

Every Discipline at Calderforge

Calderforge recruits across the full spectrum of M&E engineering, from trades to leadership and support functions.

Engineering & Trades

  • Mechanical / M&E Engineers
  • Electrical Engineers
  • HVAC & Air Conditioning Engineers
  • Plumbers & Pipefitters
  • Gas Engineers (Gas Safe)
  • Heating & Renewables Engineers
  • Fire Sprinkler Engineers
  • Service & Maintenance Engineers

Project & Operations

  • Project Managers
  • Site Managers
  • Site Supervisors
  • Contracts Managers
  • Operations & Support Coordinators

Procurement & Compliance

  • Procurement Team
  • Buyers & Category Managers
  • Supply Chain Coordinators
  • Compliance Team
  • Health, Safety & Environmental Officers
  • Quality Assurance Inspectors

Design & Technical

  • Design Engineers
  • Design Managers
  • CAD / Revit Technicians
  • Estimators
  • Quantity Surveyors

Business Support

  • Business Development & Sales
  • Marketing
  • Finance & Accounts
  • Administration

Apprenticeships & Early Careers

  • Mechanical Engineering Apprentices
  • Electrical Engineering Apprentices
  • Plumbing Apprentices
  • Trainee Designers
  • Trainee Estimators
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Our Recruitment Process

How Calderforge Recruits

A straightforward, transparent process designed to connect the right candidates with the right roles across all Calderforge divisions.

  • Browse Open Roles

    Search live vacancies across all Calderforge divisions, filtered by discipline, location and employment type.

  • Submit Your Application

    Apply directly through the portal in minutes. No agencies, no third parties, straight to the Calderforge hiring team.

  • Application Review

    Every application is reviewed by the relevant hiring team, assessed against the role requirements and responded to promptly.

  • Interview and Offer

    Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly with clear next steps, interview details and timely feedback throughout.

The Specialist Advantage

What sets Calderforge's recruitment approach apart.

Deep Sector Knowledge

Calderforge understands M&E, HVAC, gas and electrical engineering from first principles, not from a job description.

Compliance Verified

Every candidate's certifications checked. Gas Safe, F-Gas, CSCS, SMSTS and more.

Direct Hiring

Candidates connect directly with Calderforge's hiring teams. No intermediaries, no delays.

Lancashire First

Calderforge recruits from across Lancashire, building a skilled local workforce rooted in the communities it serves.

Our Accreditations

Ready to Join the Calderforge Team?

Browse open roles across all divisions and apply directly through the portal today.

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