152 jobs found in Ashford

Maintenance Engineer Kent Contract Maintenance Engineer required in Ashford, Kent for a leading international manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background maintaining machinery within a manufacturing or FMCG environment. Location: Near Ashford, Kent Rate: £37 per hour (Outside IR35) Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week Duration: Ongoing Contract Industry: FMCG / High-Speed Packaging Manufacturing This Contract Maintenance Engineer position offers the chance to join a well-established business with a friendly and supportive team culture. The site is highly automated and requires an engineer who can confidently maintain production machinery, respond to breakdowns, and carry out planned maintenance activities. Benefits £37 per hour Outside IR35 Monday to Friday working pattern Overtime available Friendly and supportive engineering team Modern manufacturing environment Opportunity to further develop technical...

Job Title - HV Commissioning Engineer  Duration - 3 Month Contract  Start Date - ASAP Working Model - Onsite in Kent Day Rate - £500 - £600 per day (Outside IR35) HV Commissioning Engineer Overview  My client is looking for an experienced HV Commissioning Engineer to support commissioning activities on a 33kV BESS project. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing, commissioning, and energising HV equipment and protection systems, ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with project requirements. The role will involve working closely with site teams, contractors, and client representatives throughout the commissioning phase. The HV Commissioning Engineer role will involve: Carrying out commissioning activities on 33kV HV equipment in line with approved procedures and project requirements Testing and commissioning HV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, CT/VT circuits, control circuits, and associated equipment Performing secondary injection,...

I'm currently working on an urgent requirement for a Quickbase Developer / Consultant to join a client immediately following a recent go-live. This is a hands-on role focused on stabilisation, optimisation, and platform enhancement, so we're specifically looking for someone who can come in and make an impact from day one. SPECIFIC PLATFORM EXPERIENCE NOT REQUIRED Contract details: £450 per day Outside IR35 Initial 3-month contract (very high likelihood of extension) Remote working after initial onboarding Initial few weeks onsite (split between Redditch and Kent) What you'll be doing: Joining post go-live to stabilise and optimise the Quickbase platform Managing and maintaining the Quickbase environment Tweaking and enhancing existing applications and workflows Customising reports and developing additional functionality Working with REST APIs and integrations across systems Providing technical advice and guidance to the client Supporting knowledge transfer to a new permanent...

Are you looking for work within the Building Surveying industry? Look no further! 1st Select are looking for an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor / Domestic Energy Assessor who would be able to carry out detailed inspections of houses and flats, both internally as well as externally. Our client is a leading Consultancy in the Surveying industry, that has won a large contract covering Ramsgate and Dover areas and we are looking for a Stock Condition Surveyors/DEAs to partake in this project. Responsibilities/requirements will include… Stock Condition Surveying Experience Experience with lodging EPCs Elmhurst accreditation required HHSRS Experience 5 days a week availability Benefits for the worker Gain more experience in the building surveying industry *Payment outside of IR35* This will be a 3-month contract with the possibility of leading on to additional work. If this fits your area of expertise, please contact Lucy Saphier

We are seeking an experienced Analogue Electronics Engineer to take a technical lead role in the creation and delivery of complex electronic designs. This position offers hands‑on involvement throughout the entire product development cycle, from shaping early concepts through to integrating and validating finished hardware. The contract is outside IR35, initial 6 months, hybrid (circa 3 days onsite). Although many projects support defence‑focused equipment and secure systems, applicants with relevant knowledge from similarly demanding, high‑integrity sectors are strongly encouraged to apply. Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering group, you'll apply your specialist analogue hardware expertise to guide design decisions and ensure robust, high‑quality outcomes. Responsibilities: Interpreting and analysing customer‑level requirements to define suitable hardware approaches Producing and modifying electronic architectures and detailed circuit designs Using...

Are you a Rail Quantity Surveyor with experience working on High Speed projects?   Do you have experience working on NEC4 contracts?   This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a rail contractor on the delivery of high speed projects. The ideal candidate will have experience managing the fully life cycle of projects within a framework.   Rate: £400/day, Outside IR35 Location: Sidcup, potential hybrid working Duration: 6 month, rolling contract   Due to growth, my client is looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their team to manage the commercial aspects of an exclusive 8-year framework as the sole supplier for all building and renewals work on High Speed 1. This is a massive opportunity to join a dedicated team at the very beginning of a landmark project.   Unlike typical maintenance roles, this position is heavily focused on projects, giving you the chance to manage the full life cycle of schemes valued in the millions. You won't be a small cog...

Site Manager Water Infrastructure Outside IR35 Contract £350 We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of clean water infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This is a hands-on role overseeing day-to-day site operations across live civils and MEICA works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements. You will be responsible for coordinating subcontractors, managing site activities, maintaining health and safety standards, and driving quality across all phases of delivery. The successful candidate will have previous experience working on clean water projects for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors and will be confident managing operational teams within busy AMP framework environments. Experience across pipeline, network, pumping station, or treatment works projects would be highly advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and collaborative Site Manager looking for...

Project Manager Water Infrastructure Outside IR35 Contract £500 per day We are currently looking to speak with experienced Project Managers for a long-term contract opportunity supporting major clean water infrastructure projects within the UK water sector. This role will see you overseeing the delivery of clean water schemes from pre-construction through to completion, managing programme, commercial, operational, and stakeholder requirements across live projects. You will work closely with delivery teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification. The ideal candidate will have a strong background delivering clean water infrastructure projects for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors and will be comfortable operating within fast-paced AMP framework environments. Previous experience managing civils, MEICA, pipeline, or network improvement works would be highly beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and...

Senior Solutions Architect (Consultant) - Transport Programme Contract | Hybrid London | 6 Months | £749/day Umbrella Overview A major UK transport organisation is seeking two experienced Solution Architects to support a large-scale ticketing and payments transformation programme. The role covers end-to-end solution architecture across discovery, design, budgeting, and delivery in a complex multi-vendor environment. Two roles available: Front Office: Ticketing devices and passenger systems (gates, TVMs, validators, smart ticketing hardware) Back Office: Payments and transaction processing systems (Visa/Mastercard integrations, backend platforms, on-prem infrastructure) Key Responsibilities Design and govern complex multi-vendor architectures Produce solution architecture and capability roadmaps Support technical budgeting (up to £40m+) Break down solutions into delivery work packages Ensure alignment with business capability and strategy Drive cost optimisation and TCO...

TSA Surveying are currently supporting a Housing Association in Newham and require a team of qualified Stock Condition Surveyors   Role Overview: Conduct Stock Condition Surveys across residential properties in and around Newham Portfolio of 6500 + properties Paid per survey – Bedsits,Flats, Houses and Blocks Outside IR35 Must be bale to commit to 4/5 DAYS A WEEK and a minimum of 35 surveys a week.Contract Details: Duration: 12-month rolling contract Start Date: ASAP Appointments: Pre-arranged by the client and door knocking  Equipment Provided: ID badges, Tablet, Calling Cards, Letters of AuthorityInterested? Apply with an updated CV and i'll be in touch

TXM Recruit are currently recruiting for 8 x Rolling Stock Vehicle Preppers / Polishers on a long term contract. Contract Details Location: Crawley Rate: £23.00 per hour Status: Outside IR35 Shift: Monday to Friday – Evenings (11:00 – 20:00) Duration: Long-term contract – May 2027 Start Date: Immediate Start Rolling Stock / Vehicle Prepper / Polisher x 8 We are currently recruiting experienced Vehicle Prepper / Polishers from a body shop, accident repair, automotive, or similar background to join a long-term contract based in Crawley working on rolling stock and train carriages. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy train depot environment offering a competitive rate of £23.00 per hour (Outside IR35), working Monday to Friday on evening shifts from 11:00 to 20:00. Key Responsibilities Carry out high-quality machine polishing on train carriage paintwork Remove surface imperfections including swirl marks, holograms, and light scratches Prepare surfaces prior...

TXM Recruit are currently recruiting for 8 x Rolling Stock Vehicle Polishers on a long term contract. Contract Details * Location: Crawley * Rate: £23.00 per hour * Status: Outside IR35 * Shift: Monday to Friday – Evenings (11:00am – 20:00) * Duration: Long-term contract – February 2027 / May 2027 * Start Date: Immediate Start Rolling Stock / Vehicle Polisher x 8 We are currently recruiting experienced Vehicle Polishers from a body shop, accident repair, automotive, or similar background to join a long-term contract based in Crawley working on rolling stock and train carriages. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy train depot environment offering a competitive rate of £23.00 per hour (Outside IR35), working Monday to Friday on evening shifts from 11:00am to 20:00. Key Responsibilities * Carry out high-quality machine polishing on train carriage paintwork * Remove surface imperfections including swirl marks, holograms, and light scratches *...

Freelance Groundworks Site Manager Burgess Hill, West Sussex Outside IR35 | Competitive Day Rate | Immediate Start We are currently seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a large-scale groundworks package in Burgess Hill. This is a long-term freelance opportunity for a proactive and organised Site Manager with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with programme requirements while maintaining excellent standards across site operations. Key Responsibilities: * Managing day-to-day site activities and coordinating work programmes. * Supervising site teams, plant, materials, and subcontractors. * Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained at all times. * Managing site documentation, including RAMS, permits, inspections, and progress reporting. * Monitoring...

Talentmark are recruiting for a Technical Writer to join a leading pharmaceutical and healthcare organisation on a contract basis until 31st December 2026. Salary: £200 - £250 PAYE per day, or £264.88 - £331.10 per day LTD (Outside IR35) Technical Writer Role: Create and maintain technical and customer-facing documents. Prepare and distribute customer notifications and product communications. Work with teams across Regulatory Affairs, Marketing and Technical Services to ensure information is accurate and up to date. Review and update documentation as products, services and processes change. Track documentation activities and support continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain accurate customer and product information within company systems.  Your Background: Degree in Biochemistry, Biomedical Science or a related Life Science subject. Experience writing technical, scientific or customer-facing documents. Strong written communication skills with the ability to explain...

SC Cleared - SQL Developer/DBA Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week in Stratford Rate: £400-£500/day - OUTSIDE IR35 Duration: 3 months (initial) Start: ASAP Security Clearance: Active SC required (non‑negotiable) We're working with a leading consultancy on a critical public sector programme, and are looking for an experienced SQL Developer / Database Specialist to join on an initial 3‑month contract. This is a hands-on role focused on high‑performance SQL development and database optimisation within a complex, enterprise-scale data environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability across critical systems. Key Responsibilities Tuning and optimising complex SQL queries at scale Designing and maintaining robust database architectures (OLTP / OLAP) Supporting a multi-layered ecosystem including SQL Server, IIS, and Elasticsearch Building and maintaining ETL pipelines and data integration processes Ensuring data integrity, security, and...

Location: Reigate, Surrey (UK) IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Pending satisfactory QDOS Assessment) Duration: 12 Months+ (Long-term framework assignment) Sector: Tier 1 Civil Engineering (Water / Wastewater Infrastructure) About the Role We are seeking an experienced, contract Site Agent to lead the successful execution of major civil engineering packages on a long-term utility framework in Reigate. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will operate as the primary technical and operational lead for your section of works, managing site teams, programming, and commercial reporting. You will bring proven experience managing multi-disciplinary civil works with complex interfaces This role offers a secure, minimum 12-month assignment with a premier Top Tier contractor. Key Responsibilities Package Delivery & Autonomy: Manage and deliver large-scale civil infrastructure packages from inception to handover, supporting and reporting directly to the Project Manager....

Site Agent – Contract – Up to £425/day – Reigate Are you a hands-on Site Agent or Senior Site Agent with Tier 1 experience? Do you thrive on taking ownership of complex water treatment projects from day one? If you’re ready to make a real impact on an early-stage AMP 8 upgrade, this could be the perfect contract for you. This role is potentially outside IR35 (Subject to determination), offering a 12-month plus contract, working on a chemical dosing / water treatment upgrade. You’ll be joining a small but experienced team at the start of the project, giving you real influence over site delivery and performance. What’s on offer: Up to £425/day Immediate start, 12-month plus contract Work on a high-profile AMP 8 water treatment upgrade project Opportunity to join the project from the start and shape delivery Hands-on role with responsibility for Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical works The Role: You’ll manage day-to-day site operations, including programme, quality, health &...

Great opportunity to work with this leading international Consulting Engineers who are looking to bring on board a driven and experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Outside IR35, to be an active part of a specialist design team consultancy to work on a variety of Hyper scale Data Centre projects. Key Responsibilities:- Create electrical design drawings and specs for Data Centre Projects. Ensure designs meet all standards and regulations. Support sustainable design and use of innovative tech Work closely with colleagues, clients, architects, and contractors.. Manage project deadlines, budgets, and deliverables. About you: You should hold Degree (or historic equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related field.- Should have extensive experience in Mission Critical design and building services design, specifically on data centres.- Sound knowledge of British Standards and building regulations.- Strong communication skills.-. Your expert recruitment consultant is...

6-12 month contract Hybrid UK £(Apply online only) per day Outside IR35 We have a brand new requirement working with an established organisation that are currently going through a global ERP transformation (IFS). As the Data Lead you will provide strategic, end-to-end leadership across all data activities within the programme, sitting above and across both workstreams. You will be the single point of accountability for data quality, governance, and migration readiness across all domains, delivery phases, and regions. This will include the delivery of data from the various, internationally disparate legacy IT systems (including SAP R3/BO) to the new IFS solution. Both a business data workstream and a technical IFS data migration workstream are in place to deliver this activity, each led by a dedicated workstream lead. Skills & Experience: **Experience leading data workstreams on large-scale ERP implementations with multiple sub-projects and workstreams. **Demonstrable...

Interim Programme Manager - Next Gen Product Programme Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week) Contract Length: 6+ months Role Type: Contract Rate: Up to £675 a day DOE - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and coordinate a major strategic initiative: the development of our Next Gen product. This role will be instrumental in delivering a complex, multi-workstream programme, ensuring alignment across key teams while operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of the Next Gen programme over an 18-month period Oversee and coordinate multiple workstreams, including: Product Commercial Governance Technology Additional cross-functional teams Act as the central conduit between senior leadership and the wider business Drive programme structure, governance, and delivery discipline across an Agile, iterative development lifecycle Manage shifting priorities and ensure...