67 jobs found in reading

Street Cleansing Operative (Litter Picking) Location: Reading Hours: Monday to Friday Contract: Temporary (until end of January 2027) Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour PAYE | £17.33 per hour (Umbrella) inc Holiday Pay Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Street Cleansing Operative to join a busy Streetscene Team in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming public spaces. About the Role You will play a key role in the day-to-day cleansing of public and open spaces, helping deliver a high-quality service to residents, businesses, and visitors. This is a hands-on, physical role where you will be working outside in all weather conditions as part of a supportive and hardworking team. Key Responsibilities Carry out litter picking and general cleansing duties across parks and open spaces Maintain high standards of cleanliness in line with set schedules Conduct visual inspections of...

Environment Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Salary: £50,000 plus benefits Location: Reading Are you passionate about driving environmental performance - and want to help strengthen an ISO 14001-certified Environmental Management System? Do you enjoy being "hands-on" with on-site checks, data reporting, and working closely with colleagues and suppliers to deliver measurable progress? We are supporting a large automotive retailer who are seeking an Environment Advisor on a 12-month FTC. In this role, you'll provide essential day-to-day support to the team on environmental matters, helping uphold ISO 14001and supporting progress towards a net-zero target for 2030. This role covers a key site for the organisation in Reading and supports the wider UK estate. Key responsibilities include: Take over day-to-day running of the Environmental Management System (EMS) and associated activities, including open audit actions and live initiatives Carry out regular site walkarounds,...

SC Cleared Tech Lead 6 Months 1 Day per week on site in Reading £(Apply online only) per day (Inside IR35) ***Due to the nature of the role and the client, the selected candidate MUST HAVE ACTIVE SC Clearance*** My client, a government based department are looking for an SC Cleared Tech Lead to join their fast-paced team on an initial 6 month contract. The selected candidate MUST HAVE CQRS experience and event-driven-architecture. Acts as the technical lead for backend development within a pod, specialising in event-driven architecture and CQRS-based systems. Core Skills:CQRS (non-negotiable), Event Sourcing, .NET / Java / Python, Azure Service Bus, API Development, Distributed Systems Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency...

Setting Out Site Engineer needed in Reading Location: Reading RG2 Rate: £280 -£350 per day Hours: 7.30 to 5pm Job Type: Contract - 1 month Job Description: Stridden Limited are recruiting for an established Groundworkers and Civils Contractor who are currently looking for an experienced Setting Out Site Engineer to join their team. You will be a key member of their site team, responsible for the technical and quality control of civil engineering works in Reading. Site Engineer Key Duties: Your role will involve: · Setting out and conducting surveys to ensure all work is carried out to the highest level of accuracy, in line with engineering drawings and project specifications. · Managing and supervising subcontractors and direct labour, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to the required quality standards. · Inspecting and auditing work on-site, implementing quality assurance procedures, and preparing comprehensive daily reports. · Acting as the primary point...

Electrician - Long-Term Project - Reading (RG7 4PR) Experienced Electrician Wanted - Immediate Start Available! Are you a skilled Electrician looking for a long-term opportunity with excellent rates and job security? We have an exciting position available on a major project in Reading, RG7 4PR, offering up to 1 year's work for the right candidate. The Role We are seeking qualified and reliable Electricians to join a busy site team on a long-duration project. This is an excellent opportunity to secure consistent work with competitive pay and the chance to be part of a high-profile installation project. What We Offer £30.50 - £31.50 per hour (depending on experience) 9-hour working day Up to 12 months of continuous work Immediate start available Long-term, stable project environment Competitive rates paid weeklyRequirements Qualified Electrician (JIB/ECS Card preferred) Proven experience in commercial or industrial electrical installations Ability to work independently and as...

Electrical Improver - Long-Term Project - Reading (RG7 4PR) Electrical Improvers Wanted - Secure Long-Term Work with Excellent Rates! Looking for your next opportunity on a major project? We are recruiting Electrical Improvers to join a busy and professional team on a high-profile site in Reading, RG7 4PR. With up to 12 months of work available, competitive pay rates, and an immediate start, this is an opportunity not to be missed. The Opportunity Join a large-scale electrical installation project where you'll work alongside experienced electricians and site teams, gaining valuable experience while enjoying long-term job security and excellent earning potential. What's on Offer? £25.65 - £26.65 per hour (depending on experience) 9-hour working day Up to 1 year's continuous work Immediate start available Weekly pay Opportunity to work on a prestigious project Supportive and professional site environmentYour Responsibilities Assisting Electricians with installation works Cable...

KS1 Teacher (Full-Time/Part-Time) Reading (RG) | Primary School Setting September Start | MPS/UPS Supply Desk is delighted to be working in partnership with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Reading to appoint a passionate and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative school community and play a key role in developing pupils’ early educational foundations. This role would suit an enthusiastic and nurturing teacher with a strong understanding of Key Stage 1, who is committed to helping pupils build confidence and achieve success in their early years of primary education. The Role As a KS1 Teacher, you will support young learners as they develop core skills in literacy, numeracy, and social development. You will deliver engaging lessons and foster a love of learning within a positive and inclusive classroom environment. Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver creative, engaging, and differentiated lessons in line with the...

Cover Supervisor - Secondary School | Reading Are you considering a career in teaching? Looking for hands-on classroom experience before starting your teacher training? This Cover Supervisor role in Reading could be the perfect next step. Academics is working with a number of excellent secondary schools in and around Reading, all seeking an enthusiastic Cover Supervisor to join them ASAP. We're looking for proactive, reliable and confident individuals to support students' learning and maintain high classroom standards when teachers are absent. This is a great opportunity for anyone with previous school experience, graduates exploring a career in education, or those keen to gain the experience needed for future teacher training. (GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above are required.) There are also opportunities to support SEN students for those with an interest or passion in this area. Key Responsibilities Maintain positive behaviour and ensure students remain engaged...

Your new company You'll be joining a fast‑growing, infrastructure‑focused organisation at the forefront of major UK investment programmes. With a significant capital expenditure portfolio and a commitment to strong financial governance, this business offers the perfect environment for a finance professional who wants to make a visible impact. You'll work within a high‑performing finance team that partners closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive informed decision‑making and long‑term value. Your new role As Finance Analyst, you'll take ownership of Capex accounting and play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial control across the organisation's investment activities. This is a highly commercial, business‑facing role where your insight will directly influence strategic decisions.Your responsibilities will include: Leading Capex accounting, financial control and month‑end processes, including oncost management Producing accurate Capex reporting,...

Quality Engineer - Reading, UK (On-site) Contract position - 7 months Our client is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure project based in Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-driven QC Inspector or Quality Engineer to play a key role in delivering quality assurance on a high-profile, safety-critical site. Role Overview As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing and accepting procedures and documentation in line with requirements, ensuring full compliance across all project phases. You will carry out inspections in accordance with approved Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), conduct on-site inspections, and witness testing activities to verify works meet detailed design specifications. Working closely with project teams, the Quality Engineer will support the ongoing review and final acceptance of Lifetime Records (LTRs), ensuring all documentation is accurate, complete, and aligned with regulatory standards. You...

Astute's contract team is partnering with a leading Defence consultancy to recruit a Submarine Marine Engineer for a hybrid role, with 1-2 days a week in Reading. The Submarine Marine Engineer role comes with and hourly rate of £65 per hour. Key skills required for the Submarine Marine Engineer role Cat A2 Submariner experience. Foundation degree in Engineering at a minimum. Hold SC clearance. Location, day rate and details of the Submarine Marine Engineer role Hybrid working, 1-2 days per week in Reading. Outside IR35. £65 per hour. Start date, ASAP.Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident...

4 x Cladders Required – Arborfield Green (RG2) – Immediate Start Core Group are currently recruiting for 4 experienced Cladders for an ongoing project in Arborfield Green, Reading (RG2). Job Details Job Title: Cladder Location: Arborfield Green, Reading, RG2 9ZG Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30 (8 hours paid per day) Rate: £24-£25ph (depending on experience) Cladder Duties Working externally to install external wall systems. Installation of weather board systems fixed back to Metsec stud sections. Sealing all board edges to specification. Installation of cavity barrier systems secured back to weather boards. Ensuring all work is completed to the required quality and safety standards. Logging all works completed using a supplied phone and app-based software. Requirements Valid CSCS Card Full PPE Previous cladding/external wall system installation experience Ability to work independently and as part of a team Own tools preferred What's...

We are currently working with a large engineering consultancy who are actively seeking a Health & Safety Manager, for a data centre project near Reading. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with the chance to work on a flagship data centre scheme. Health & Safety Lead Responsibilities: * Provide EHS leadership and coordination within the division, to direct training matters, competency requirements both internal and external in order to comply with statutory and other requirements and also to improve project leaders' abilities and understanding of the EHSMS. * Be proactive in all matters concerning the role. * Report on business EHS risks, KPIs and trends accurately with data and recommend constructive actions towards continuous improvements. * Coordinate all EHS Matters within the Division and report constructively all EHS matters to the Business Unit Manager and EHS Manager. * Audit and inspect projects and the EHS Management system in the...

Take the team out of teamwork and you just have work. Now, who wants that?" - Matthew Stover Seeking a Kitchen Assistant looking for their next challenge! You will be joining the team at a reputable care home. Supporting preparation of nutritious, well-balanced meals for approximately 40 residents while ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. The Kitchen Assistant helps create a pleasant dining experience while supporting the health and wellbeing of residents. Offering competitive hourly rates of £13-14 per hour based on skill and experience. The main hours worked are between 09:00-14:00, shifts are flexible throughout the week. We welcome motivated kitchen assistants who are: Able to work within a team and independently Able to work confidently in busy or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Caring and attentive...

People who love to eat are always the best people." - Julia Child Seeking a Cook looking for their next challenge! You will be joining the team at a reputable care home. Preparing nutritious, well-balanced meals for approximately 40 residents while ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. Offering competitive hourly rates of £17-£18 per hour based on skill and experience. The main hours worked are 08:30-13:30, shifts are flexible throughout the week. We welcome motivated cooks who are: Able to work within a team and independently Able to work confidently in busy or unfamiliar kitchens Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented Strong communicators who work well under pressure Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures Cooking experience, preferably in a care, healthcare, or catering environment Caring and attentive approach to residents' needs. Your role may include but not be limited to: Prepare and cook meals according to planned...

Electrical Supervisor – Immediate Start – Reading – £300 per Day Electrical Supervisor required to join an ongoing commercial fit-out project in Reading. This is an immediate start opportunity offering long-term work on a fast-paced project running through to completion. As Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing electrical installation teams on site, coordinating labour, maintaining programme delivery, ensuring health & safety compliance, liaising with site management and subcontractors, and maintaining the highest standards of workmanship throughout the project. Typical supervisory duties on commercial fit-out projects include managing electrical operatives, organising materials, monitoring progress and ensuring works are delivered safely and efficiently. The Role Electrical Supervisor Commercial fit-out project Reading Immediate start £300 per day Ongoing work Monday to Friday Requirements Previous experience as an Electrical Supervisor on...

We are looking for a Carpenter to help cutting floor tiles back into raise access flooring Nice easy job for 1 week Contact Steve for an immediate start

Category Manager – Business Operations 12-Month Initial Contract Copello are seeking an experienced Category Manager (Business Operations) to join an existing procurement team on an initial 12-month contract in the Berkshire area. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with strong indirect category management experience to drive value, optimise supplier relationships, and support key business stakeholders across a diverse portfolio of spend areas. As Category Manager, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of indirect procurement categories, including: * Facilities Management * Human Resources * Professional Services * Legal Services * Finance Services You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing strategy and tender management through to contract negotiation, implementation, supplier management, and contract renewal. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will identify opportunities to maximise value, reduce...

Job Role: Senior/Principal Infrastructure Engineer Location: Reading Rate: £45.00 - £53.00 per hour Outside IR35 Contract Length: 12 months (6 months considered) Hours: 36-40 hours per week Working Arrangement: The wider team typically works 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Open to discussions on this and can be flexible. The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join a growing consultancy delivering a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with developers, planners, architects and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver innovative and value-engineered infrastructure solutions. You will play a key role within the Civil Infrastructure team, helping to shape technical delivery, mentor junior engineers and support the successful delivery of projects from planning through to construction. This position is particularly suited to a...

Plasterer   £22ph Van & Fuel Card Reading/Oxford area Temp to Perm Build Recruitment provides specialist recruitment services, supplying quality candidates on a temporary or permanent basis to leading organisations throughout the built environment - from executive to operative level. With offices in London, Manchester and the Southwest, we specialise in Housing, Construction, Facilities Management, Property, Surveying, Health & Safety and Sales. We supply candidates from executive to operative level, and are currently working with a Housing Association, who are looking for a plasterer based in Slough. Day to Day for plasterer: Carrying day to day general maintenance in domestic properties Plastering, painting & decorating, tiling, all wet trade duties - small day to day repairs Good costumer service, meeting and greeting tenants Using a PDA Benefits for plasterer: Van fuel card provided Optional over time and call out Weekly payPlease apply or contact Harry at...