165 automotive jobs found in Ashford

We have a contract opportunity working for Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon, Warks Please review details below Job title: Suspension Engineer (C) Location: Gaydon Duration: 12 months Hourly rate: £27.21 p/h INSIDE IR35 (Via Umbrella Solutions) Duties: Apply engineering theories and principles to perform complex work in research and development of suspension engineering systems, including the design, characterization, and iterative refinement of suspension devices. Work with powertrain engineering to develop industrialized products. Level: A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include: * Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. * Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals. * Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex. If you want to know more about this exciting contract...

Are you a Project Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity? One of the world's largest automotive manufacturers, is currently recruiting for a Plant Engineer, with a focus on designing, communicating and implementing operational plans, for completing engineering-based projects. Based in Warwickshire, you will be supporting, a dedicated and multidisciplinary team, on a contract basis. Responsibilities of the Plant Engineer include: * Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment * Monitoring progress and performance against the project plan * Taking action to resolve operational problems and minimise delays * Identifying, developing, and gathering the resources necessary to complete projects * Preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications * Developing project schedules, budgets and forecasts *...

We are currently recruiting for Technical Writers: Mechanical Engineering to join a Central Gov. Authority for a great project of 2+ years, in Kent - UK - working on site 4 days/ week Essential Experience Mechanical engineering qualification (HND/HNC) Conventional Project Engineering Design experience Working experience CDM regulations Knowledge of AutoCAD (beneficial) Nuclear experience or Industrial Experience (beneficial)Interviews will start as soon good candidates are available, if you are interested do not delay the response and forward you updated CV today. If you would like to discuss further about this opportunity or others in the UK Public Sector, please contact us (phone number removed) (extension 8144) and ask for Cristina Ghenu or you may email me at

Vehicle Dual Control Installer Location: Sheerness, Kent Shift: Monday-Friday, 07:00-16:30 PAYE Rate: £21.00-£23.53 per hour LTD Contractor Rate: £24 per hour Weekend Rate: £34.50 per hour Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Work We are looking for Level 3 Vehicle Technicians to join our client’s busy automotive operation in Sheerness as a Dual Control Installer. You will install, test, and certify HE MAN dual control systems in a range of vehicles, ensuring all work meets safety and quality standards. The Role: * Install HE MAN dual control systems (brake & accelerator) in vehicles. * Carry out vehicle strip-down and refit works as needed for installation. * Conduct functional testing to confirm safe operation of dual controls. * Complete all job cards, installation records, and certification documentation accurately. * Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working area. Skills & Experience: * Previous experience fitting vehicle dual controls or similar automotive...

Vehicle Manufacturer Recall Technician Location: Sheerness, Kent Shift: Monday-Friday, 07:00-16:30 PAYE Rate: £21.00-£23.53 per hour LTD Contractor Rate: £24 per hour Weekend Rate: £34.50 per hour Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Work We are looking for Level 3 Vehicle Technicians to join our client’s busy automotive operation in Sheerness, where you will be working on manufacturer recalls of Stellantis vehicles. You will carry out software updates, inspections, and light mechanical work in line with manufacturer standards. Full on-site training will be provided. The Role: * Complete manufacturer recall work, including minor inspections and software updates. * Perform light mechanical work associated with recall actions. * Follow recall bulletins, technical instructions, and quality standards precisely. * Accurately complete all recall documentation and job cards. Skills & Experience: * Basic mechanical or automotive experience. * Confident using computer-based systems...

Vehicle Technician | Sheerness Docks (Kent) If you are an experienced Vehicle Technician APPLY NOW - For more information, please contact our team on (phone number removed) or e-mail ((url removed) ) RATES: Level 2 Technician £15.00, Level 3 Technician £20.75 per hour HG Recruitment are recruiting 2-3 Vehicle Technicians.   in partnership with our client based in Sheerness Docks (Kent) We are seeking experienced Vehicle Technicians to join our clients team on a temporary ongoing contract, workshop based basis. To carry out manufacturer recall campaigns on Stellantis vehicles, ensuring all recall actions are completed accurately, safely, and in line with manufacturer and company standards. The role includes software updates, minor inspections, and light mechanical work. Full on-site training will be provided. Working hours are: Monday to Friday 8 hours per day. Key Responsibilities: Complete manufacturer recall work on Stellantis vehicles (including Peugeot, Citroën,...

Job Title: Level 2 Vehicle Inspector Locations: Bristol (Avonmouth) and Paddock Wood Status: Initially a 3-month temporary contract with a view to contract extension or permanent employment offer after a successful review period. Description: A fantastic opportunity is available for a qualified Level 2 Mechanic / Technician to join this prestigious motoring organisation as a Vehicle Inspector inspecting vehicles in a workshop environment. These are 70-point mechanical inspections for vehicles before they go to auction and the role is on-site at one of their clients. There are two levels of checks; Essential which are pretty quick to undertake and Blue Sticker which are more complex. Each check completed earns a "per check" bonus so wages can be boosted significantly! To be considered for the role you must be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic and be able to work on your own initiative. The company is especially interested speaking to candidates who can demonstrate the...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – DAGENHAM Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Dagenham (RM9) Rate: £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work as part of a...

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) – increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR’s (Agency Worker Regulations) Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will...

Job Title: Functional Safety Engineer Location: Dunton, Essex (4 days onsite per week) Rate: £29.59ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) – Increasing to £38.38 via an Umbrella Company after 13 weeks Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until December 2026) Hours: Standard 37.5 Hours Per Week Reference: F56480 Position Description: We are seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join our client’s core team in the based in Laindon, Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring our complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient...

Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-respected client for an experienced HGV Technician to work in a in a Fleet Maintenance workshop located in Eastbourne. THE ROLE: You will be an apprentice trained, fully qualified HGV Technician and have experience working with a variety of light commercial and HGV vehicles. THE DUTIES: - Carrying out Service, Maintenance and Repair of a mixed fleet of vehicles. - Diagnosing faults. - Carrying out 6 weekly inspections. THE HOURS: You will work work Monday to Friday 7:00am - 4:30pm . THE RATE OF PAY: You will earn an hourly rate of between £34 - £38 (Depending on experience). If you believe that you are the perfect candidate for the role, please apply today or contact Scott Jackson for more information on (phone number removed)

HGV Technician Monday to Thursday (12 hr shifts) 12pm - 12am Bexley £35 - £40 per hour Questech Automotive Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of one of Europe’s biggest Automotive groups who are looking to recruit for a Contract Technicians at their Bexley site. We are looking for Technicians/mechanics from a Commercial, HGV, PSV or LGV background with at least 2 years experience in the Industry. You will be Apprentice trained to Level 3 or equivalent that has experience working with a variety of LGV or HGV vehicles. The role: * Electrical, mechanical and hydraulic fault diagnosis, repair and installation of parts * Setting and operating of machine tools and equipment onsite * Support workshops team members including Apprentice Technicians as required. * Accurately record time to complete job cards and associated details in accordance with DVSA. * Use of skills and performance of other work within normal grade/job skills as required by the Workshop...

The Principal Mechanical Engineer is a key role that leads the mechanical engineering aspects of the development of new radar technologies. Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager, this role must have an expert general mechanical knowledge with experience in the design, build, integration and test of complex mechanical systems. The holder will themselves be a subject matter expert in at least one area of Mechanical Engineering, for example, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Finite Element Analysis, Structures or Thermal Systems. They may also hold Mechanical Design Authority for the Future Radar Products. Experience and knowledge of the design, build, test and use of composite structural materials is essential. Familiarity with the use of relevant modelling and simulation tools for analysis of structure behaviours under static and dynamic load, shock and vibration is essential Experience and knowledge of the design and implementation of mechanical systems Familiarity with the...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer Job Location: Ilford, London Shifts: Days 06:00 - 16:20 Nights 18:00 -04:20 Availability to work weekends 4 on 4 off shifts. Hourly Rate: Days - £19.49 PAYE / £24.75 Umbrella Nights - £25.92 PAYE / £33.75 Umbrella Saturday - £29.23 PAYE /£38.11 Umbrella (All hours Sunday - £38.98 PAYE /£50.96 Umbrella (All hour) Hours Per Week: 50 hours per week minimum. Duration: Ongoing Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rolling Stock, Automotive, Rail, Industrial, Plant, Aviation and Marine Company Summary The UKs largest Rolling Stock Producer, maintainer and servicing organisation is looking for experienced Paint Sprayer/Technicians to join a well established team at a busy rail depot in East London Position Summary: This role would require individuals to apply paint to a...

Job Title: Paint Sprayer Job Location: Ilford, London Shifts: Days 06:00 - 16:20 Nights 18:00 -04:20 Availability to work weekends 4 on 4 off shifts. Hourly Rate: Days - £19.49 PAYE / £24.75 Umbrella Nights - £25.92 PAYE / £33.75 Umbrella Saturday - £29.23 PAYE /£38.11 Umbrella (All hours Sunday - £38.98 PAYE /£50.96 Umbrella (All hour) Hours Per Week: 50 hours per week minimum. Duration: Ongoing Start Date: ASAP Industries considered: Rolling Stock, Automotive, Rail, Industrial, Plant, Aviation and Marine Company Summary The UKs largest Rolling Stock Producer, maintainer and servicing organisation is looking for experienced Paint Sprayer/Technicians to join a well established team at a busy rail depot in East...

For over 20 years James Lewis Ltd has provided a wide variety of engineering services to the major Bus & Coach operators and manufacturers throughout the UK. We have varied projects with multiple clients throughout the UK and are looking for experienced & flexible engineers who are able to adapt to the diverse nature of our work. Job Types: Contract & Perm positions available Salary: £25-36.61ph Shift: Multiple shifts available Benefits: * Overtime Available Duties to include: * Undertaking Vehicle maintenance, servicing and running repairs on a varied fleet (including M.O.T preparation) * Prompt Repair of all defective vehicles to the highest standard * Ensure vehicles are maintained in accordance with the Company Operators Licence guidelines * Ensure all repairs to company vehicles are carried out in a timely manner * Have an ability to work to the highest Health & Safety standards * Prep & Presentation for VOSA tests * Preventative...

Customer Outcomes Executive - 6‑Month Temp Contract (initially) 📍 Epsom, Hybrid Working 🕒 Starts Monday 20th April 2026 Are you passionate about delivering exceptional customer support and making a genuine difference. We're looking for a dedicated Customer Outcomes Executive to join a supportive and collaborative Customer Outcomes (Arrears) team on an initial six‑month temporary contract. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring customers receive the right help at the right time-always with empathy, professionalism and a strong focus on positive outcomes. 💡 What You'll Be Doing Providing sensitive and effective arrears support to customers, ensuring every interaction reflects empathy, respect and professionalism. Using excellent listening skills to understand customer circumstances and agree affordable, tailored repayment solutions. Managing customer accounts efficiently, resolving queries and ensuring every case aligns with regulatory standards, including Consumer...

CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – HARLOW Position: Vehicle Technician Location: Harlow (CM20) Rate: £22.00 - £24.00 Per Hour (Outside IR35) CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – THE ROLE: We are currently looking for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians to work at our client’s workshop on an ongoing contractual basis. You will be responsible for carrying out service, maintenance and repair work on a wide range of motor vehicles. The contract is outside IR35 and the rate on offer is between £22.00 – £24.00 per hour. CONTRACT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN – SKILLS REQUIRED: * Qualified to Level 3 NVQ/City & Guilds or similar in the relevant disciplines. * Experience carrying out repair and service work to a variety of vehicles. * Ability to diagnose and rectify a wide range of mechanical & electrical vehicle faults. * Knowledge of health and safety practices in the workshop. * UK Driving License and possess your own tools. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills....

A contract position Outside IR35 4 days pw on site in West Sussex Capable of getting Basic Security check Our client, a respected entity in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a Principal Design Engineer with proven Vehicle Design and Powertrain Integration experience. Key Responsibilities: Concept and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, system assemblies, and complex components such as the integration of powertrain, steering, braking and auxiliary systems into a vehicle Leading Design Deliverables Detailed mechanical design work including basic stress calculations, FMEA's, 2D detailing, 2D layouts, and tolerance stacks as required Close cooperation with FEA and Simulation teams to ensure products meet design validation requirements Close cooperation with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products meet DFMA requirements Management of Bill of Materials Creation of technical reports and documentation as required for engineering projects Liaison with...

Experienced Car Delivery Drivers Wanted – Heathrow Location: Heathrow Rate: £13.68/hour Schedule: Monday to Friday (varied hours) Start Date: Immediate starts available Driver Hire Twickenham & Heathrow are hiring experienced 3.5T vehicle delivery drivers to represent a prestigious electric car retailer based in Heathrow. If you’re a seasoned, professional driver who takes pride in delivering exceptional service – we want to hear from you. The Role As a 3.5t Car delivery driver, you will be trusted to: * Collect and deliver high-end electric vehicles between showrooms and client locations. * Handle vehicles with utmost care and attention. * Ensure all documentation is accurately completed. * Represent the brand with professionalism and a friendly, customer-first attitude. What We’re Looking For * Age 25+ (Insurance requirement) * Minimum 2 years of driving experience with a clean and verifiable history * Maximum 6 penalty points on licence – no DD, DR, or NI...