110 jobs found in Ashford

Machine Operative - Temp to Perm Opportunity Location: Ashford Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am 5.30pm We are currently recruiting for a Machine Operative to join a busy manufacturing company based outside of Ashford. This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity and would suit candidates ranging from trainees looking to develop their skills through to experienced workshop machinists. Working as part of the production team, you will be responsible for machining and preparing materials ready for the manufacturing and welding processes. This is a hands-on role requiring a good level of physical fitness, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to health and safety. Key Responsibilities: Operate workshop machinery to machine and prepare materials to a high standard Work from engineering drawings and production instructions Ensure products are manufactured accurately and meet quality requirements Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure correct...

Site Engineer – Roads & Structures Kent / South East England Competitive Rate (Inside IR35) Long-Term Major Infrastructure Project We are recruiting for an experienced Site Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering contractor delivering major highways and structures works across the South East. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure projects involving roads, bridges, retaining walls, drainage, earthworks, and reinforced concrete structures. The Role Setting out and surveying for highways and structural works Managing subcontractors and ensuring work is delivered to programme Producing and reviewing QA documentation, ITPs, and as-built records Supporting Site Managers and Section Engineers with day-to-day delivery Ensuring works are delivered safely and in line with project specifications Coordinating drainage, earthworks, concrete, steelwork, and road construction activities Requirements Previous experience as a Site...

Role: Design Engineer Discipline: LV, HV, or ICA (HV is preferred) Contract: Long-term Hybrid: Yes, 2 days in the office Our client is currently recruiting for multiple electrical design engineers to join the business on an outside IR35 contract basis. If successful in your application, you will support the delivery of a portfolio of water sector projects across the South and South East of the UK. This will be a long-term position, with the delivery contracts set to run until 2030. If you would like to find out more about the position and the client, please submit your application and someone will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail

Site Manager (Marine Civils & Port Infrastructure) Location: Regional Port / Maritime Facility Rate: £350 - £400 per day negotiable (CIS) Working Pattern: Fully Site-Based (07:30 - 17:00) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a major civil engineering and port infrastructure package. The scope involves complex structural demolition, civil reinstatements, and foundation works within a live maritime facility. Project Scope Includes: Demolition & Reinstatement: Controlled demolition of a building superstructure at the end of a viaduct, basement infill, scaffold protection, and surface reinstatement with concrete and drainage. Passenger Boarding Bridge (SPBB) Works: Full demolition and off-site removal of existing SPBB assets, foundation demolition, modifications, and construction of new reinforced concrete foundations. Site Logistics: Enabling and temporary works, traffic/pedestrian management, site...

Project Manager (Marine Civils & Port Infrastructure) Location: Folkestone Rate: £350 - £420 per day (Negotiable via CIS) Working Pattern: Fully Site-Based (07:30 - 17:00) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Project Overview We are seeking a Project Manager to lead a civil engineering package at a live port facility in Folkestone. The scope includes superstructure demolition at a viaduct end, basement infill, concrete/drainage reinstatement, Passenger Boarding Bridge (SPBB) removal, new foundations, and temporary works. Key Responsibilities Programming & Risk: Develop master schedules, manage 3-week lookaheads, and drive risk mitigation. Stakeholder Management: Main point of contact for the client, port operations, and third parties. Commercial & Procurement: Manage subcontractor procurement, site performance, and commercial control. Site Management & QA: Oversee design management, Quality Assurance, site teams, and strict CDM 2015/H&S compliance....

Are you an experienced Site Agent with a strong background in civil engineering – including  flood defence schemes and reinforced concrete structures? We are seeking a driven and proactive professional to join our team delivering a range of environmental improvement and flood resilience projects. The Role As Site Agent, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient and successful delivery of environmental and flood defence projects from inception through to completion. You will lead site operations, manage engineering and supervisory teams, and ensure works are delivered to programme, budget and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day site operations and construction activities. Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards. Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and direct labour. Monitor programme performance and resource requirements. Oversee quality assurance and technical compliance. Manage project documentation, RAMS, permits and...

Low Carbon Recruitment is working with a rapidly growing renewable energy company based in Swindon who are MCS accredited. They are looking to partner with experienced solar sub-contract teams in the Kent area. They are a start up with huge financial backing and have rapidly built their national subcontract networks for both Heat Pumps and Solar installations for private domestic customers and new build site. The company specializes in the design and installation of air source heat pumps, solar panels & battery storage systems, and heating upgrades, and the work is kept local to where the teams are based. The solar systems they work on are Sigenergy, Fox & Tesla. Normally everything is delivered to site, installers bring basic mounting materials (hooks, rails, splices) or have materials sent to a local lock-up or merchant the day before; heavier items (panels, inverters) delivered to site As a solar sub-contractor team, you will be responsible for the full installation and...

Project Manager – Water Industry MEICA | M&E A leading MEICA specialist delivering major water and wastewater projects is looking for a Project Manager to join its team, working on a long-term water framework in the South East. Working across the full project lifecycle, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of projects from design through to construction, commissioning, and handover, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. If you have experience managing water, wastewater, MEICA, or industrial process engineering projects, this is an excellent opportunity to work on major projects with clear career progression. Why Apply? * Long-term secured work through major framework agreements * Clear routes for career progression * Opportunity to work on major water and infrastructure projects * Exposure to complex MEICA projects Duties for Project Manager *...

Our client is an established engineering company based in Hastings and Battle, providing a wide range of welding, fabrication and control systems to commercial and domestic clients. Our client is currently looking for a MIG Welder to join their busy and friendly team on a temporary basis in Bodiam, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience within this industry, and be able to weld with MIG to a very high standard. As a MIG Welder you will be working predominately on structural work and adhering to technical drawings. Due to the location of the vacancy, you must have a valid Driving Licence and your own transport. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities: Demonstrable experience using Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Experience of working with mild steel Solid understanding of mathematics Understanding of measuring tools such as callipers, rules, feeler gauges, and pi tapes Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings Be...

We are currently recruiting for a skilled Welder to join a busy and growing team. Role Overview: Welding across a range of materials including mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminium Working from engineering drawings to complete high-quality welds Predominantly welding duties, with occasional support in other areas as requiredRequirements: Proven TIG welding experience Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Flexible and team-oriented approachHours: Monday to Friday, 07:30-16:00 Pay: Competitive pay rate, with an enhanced rate for overtime Job Status: Open to both temporary and permanent candidates New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be...

Immediate start available in Rochester for an experienced Electrical Engineer on a 1-2 week temporary assignment. Hands-on role involving machine modifications, control panel building, electrical and mechanical assembly, and safety system upgrades. Competitive hourly rate and varied project work. Electrical Engineer Rochester Salary: Highly competitive DOE Temporary Assignment | 1-2 Weeks Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer for a short-term project based in Rochester. This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone with experience in electrical assembly, machine modifications, panel building and installation work. The Role You will be responsible for: * Modifying existing machinery, including mounting, drilling and fitting electrical components such as switches * Building electrical control cabinets from component level * Wiring and assembling electrical and mechanical systems * Installing new safety systems and upgrading existing...

Are you a flexible and motivated individual with assembly experience or a background working with small, intricate components? We have an excellent opportunity for reliable and hardworking individuals with fine motor skills and strong attention to detail who are looking to work within a hands-on assembly environment as Assembly Operatives. The role would be ideal for a candidate who enjoys working with very small components and has experience within a fine precision production environment such as embroidery, microscope-based manufacturing, SMT or miniature model assembly. What’s on Offer? * Job Type: Full-time, ongoing temporary work * Working Hours: Day shifts * Salary: £12.80 per hour * Location: Hastings Key Responsibilities * Assemble fine components and parts accurately to meet production targets * Carry out detailed, hands-on assembly work * Ensure finished products meet quality standards * Maintain a clean and organised workstation * Support wider...

Our client is a leading designer and maker of premium quality sofas and upholstery products. A vacancy has arisen for an Industrial Sewing Machinist to join their hardworking team in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex. The ideal candidate will possess demonstrable experience within industrial sewing, as well as the ability to quality check products. You will also be able to read drawings and follow instruction. As an Industrial Sewing Machinist you will be contributing and maintaining the smooth flow of production in line with the planned company schedule to ensure that the correct product is delivered on time, whilst maintaining the Company’s high standard of quality. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities: * Demonstrable experience within industrial sewing or furniture upholstery * Quality checking experience * Ability to read drawings and follow instruction * Be a strong team player Your duties as an Industrial Sewing Machinist would be: *...

Engineers Mate (Nights) Margate (CT9) Temporary Ongoing Our client a leading refrigeration company are looking for an engineers mate / labourer to join their friendly team on a temporary basis. The Role: Working with a refrigeration engineer you will travel to supermarkets around the Margate, you will be using hand tools to disassemble refrigeration units, chemically clean them before reassembling. All you need to be suitable for this role is experience working with hand tools and a world class attitude to work. Pay rate of £12.71 FREE lifts to and from work, you will be picked up from home and dropped off. Working 8 hour shifts 5 nights a week Sunday - Thursday, early evening start, finishing early hours of the morning, flexibility would be preferred for this role. If you are interested in this role please apply now and a member of the team will be in touch. Concept Recruitment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to these role

CNC Operator Location: Southend-on-Sea Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour Hours: Full-Time, 39 hours per week Monday till Friday, 7am to 4pm (Early finish every Friday!) Start Date: Immediate About the Role We are excited to be recruiting on behalf of our client based in Southend-on-Sea for enthusiastic and experienced CNC Operators to join their team. This is a brilliant opportunity to work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility equipped with modern machinery and fantastic working conditions. Key Responsibilities Operating CNC machines efficiently according to production targets and technical drawings. Loading and unloading materials safely and accurately. Carrying out quality checks on finished components using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc.). Performing basic maintenance checks and keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe. Reporting any machine faults or quality issues to the shift supervisor promptly. Requirements Previous experience...

Site Engineer - Lower Thames Crossing (Immediate Start) Carmichael UK is working in partnership with a leading earthworks specialist delivering works on the Lower Thames Crossing project and is looking to appoint an experienced Site Engineer for an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity to join a major infrastructure project and play a key role in surveying, setting out and earthworks operations on a nationally significant scheme.  Key Responsibilities Carry out GPS and site surveys. Set out boundaries and site controls using appropriate survey equipment. Process, edit and manage survey data. Produce and maintain ground models. Complete volume calculations and earthworks reporting. Ensure works are delivered accurately and in line with project specifications. Maintain quality records and as-built information. Requirements Previous experience as a Site Engineer on civil engineering, earthworks or major infrastructure projects. Strong setting out and...

The Role   Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Site Inspector to support ongoing civil and marine works in the Essex area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-profile infrastructure project, where you will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with design and quality standards.   Please note that, depending on project requirements, there may be a need to work additional hours, including evenings, nights, or weekends. Night shifts are currently operated on a rotating roster, typically following 12 days on, 2 days off pattern, which may include working one weekend in every two. This role will also be 6 days per week to begin with.   This position fall outside IR35. Key Responsibilities   Site Inspection & Project Support   ·Carry out regular site inspections to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and HSE requirements ·Support the delivery of civil and marine...

Solar Roofer  Basildon £250 Per Day + Contract Work + 3+ years of work + Immediate Start + Renewable Energy + Van + Fuel Card An excellent opportunity for an experienced Solar Roofer to secure consistent contract work within the rapidly growing renewable energy sector. This role offers competitive rates, with the opportunity to work on well-organised domestic and small commercial Solar PV projects across the local area. This is ideal for an experienced roofer who wants reliable work and the opportunity to continue working within the expanding solar industry. Our client is an established renewable energy specialist delivering high-quality Solar PV installations in domestic settings. With continued demand for solar installations, they are looking for experienced roofers who can hit the ground running and deliver work to a high standard. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional roofer looking for immediate contract work and ongoing projects. Your role as a Solar Roofer...

Solar Electrician  Basildon £350 Per Day + Contract Work + Local Projects + Ongoing Work + Immediate Start + Renewable Energy   An excellent opportunity for an experienced Solar Electrician to secure contract work within the rapidly growing renewable energy sector. This role is ideal for an experienced Solar Electrician looking for strong earning potential, consistent project work and the opportunity to work on high-quality domestic Solar PV installations across the local area.   Our client is an established renewable energy specialist delivering Solar PV installations across domestic properties. With continued growth and demand for experienced electricians, they are looking for a skilled Solar Electrician who can hit the ground running and take ownership of electrical installation, testing and commissioning works. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrician looking for competitive contract rates and the potential for ongoing work.   Your role as a Solar...

Senior Test Solutions Engineer - 1760 Onsite in Basildon Intially until 27/01/27 (might be extended) £60ph, UMB inside IR35 SC required, can start on BPSS clearance Our client, a leading name in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Test Solutions Engineer to join their team on a contract basis in Basildon. This role involves supporting the design, development, and ongoing support of electro-optical test equipment and test processes for Leonardo's range of Precision Guidance products, through the development to production stages. Key Responsibilities: Interpreting product-level test requirements to support the definition and implementation of test strategies and systems Supporting the design and commissioning of test systems used in development and production Participating in the integration, verification, and validation of test solutions Performing hands-on laboratory testing and measurement using electro-optical instrumentation Writing and reviewing...