19 engineering jobs found in Ashford

OWN TRANSPORT REQUIRED DUE TO LOCATION About The Role: We are recruiting for a well-established fencing company specialising in the manufacture and installation of high-quality metal fencing for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. As the production demand increases, we are reca reliable CNC Operator to join the workshop team. The Role: This role involves operating a CNC drilling machine (Fanuc-controlled) used to accurately measure and drill holes into metal fencing components. The position is straightforward but requires precision, consistency, and attention to detail to ensure all products meet our quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Operating a Fanuc-controlled CNC drilling machine Loading metal sections onto the machine and securing them correctly Running pre-set programs to measure and drill holes accurately Monitoring the machine during operation and making minor adjustments if needed Checking finished parts to ensure accuracy and quality Carrying...

Working Site Supervisor / Ganger - Water Civils - Long Term Programme Rate: £260 - £300/day (DOE) We are looking for an experienced Ganger / Working Site Supervisor to lead gangs on water civils projects across the South East. This role offers ongoing work on a secure programme with multiple sites. Key Duties: * Supervising gangs carrying out pipework installations and chamber builds * Coordinating daily site activities and ensuring works are delivered to programme * Overseeing health & safety and site compliance * Liaising with site management and reporting progress Requirements: * Experience as a Ganger / Supervisor within water or civils * SSSTS or SMSTS * CSCS Card * EUSR Water Hygiene * Strong experience working on live utility sites What’s on Offer: * Long-term programme of works * Competitive rates * Opportunity to lead consistent gangs across multiple sites

Pipe Layer - Water Civils - Long Term Work Rate: £180 - £220/day (DOE) We are currently recruiting for experienced Pipe Layers to join ongoing water infrastructure projects across the South East. This is a great opportunity to secure long-term, continuous work on structured civils programmes. Key Duties: * Installation of underground pipework (water/sewer) * Assisting with excavations and trench works * Supporting chamber construction * Working alongside plant and groundworks teams * Adhering to site health & safety standards Requirements: * Proven experience as a Pipe Layer within water or civils * CSCS Card * EUSR Water Hygiene (preferred) * Any of the following is a bonus - CPCS, EUSR 1 & 2 for excavations. Excavator, dumper and roller CPCS tickets. What’s on Offer: * Ongoing work across multiple sites * Competitive rates * Opportunity for long-term continuity

Groundworks Project Manager – Wye, Kent Are you an experienced Groundworks Project Manager looking for your next challenge? We’re working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor seeking a driven professional to oversee projects across Wye and the surrounding Kent area. The Role As a Groundworks Project Manager, you’ll take full ownership of multiple sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You’ll be the key link between site teams, clients, and senior management, driving performance and maintaining high standards throughout. Key Responsibilities * Managing groundworks and civil engineering projects from inception to completion * Coordinating site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers * Ensuring health & safety compliance across all operations * Monitoring project progress, budgets, and timelines * Building and maintaining strong client relationships * Reporting...

Job Opportunity: Design Manager - Education & Construction Location: Kent, UK Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience Sector: Main Contracting / Construction The Role: Design Manager We are seeking an experienced and motivated Design Manager to join our successful team in Kent. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working for a main contractor, managing the design process from initial concept through to project completion. This role is critical to the delivery of our challenging and rewarding projects, with a particular focus on the Education sector (schools, academies, and higher education facilities). You will be responsible for ensuring design quality, compliance, and buildability across all stages of a project. Key Responsibilities Design Management: Lead, manage, and coordinate the design process and design team (internal and external consultants) throughout the project lifecycle. RIBA Stages: Oversee design activities across all RIBA stages...

Field Engineer - ESEL Installation Project Location: Nationwide (UK) Contract Type: Outside IR35 Shift Pattern: Sunday-Thursday nights (out of hours) Overview We are recruiting experienced Field Engineers to support a large scale Electronic Shelf Label (ESEL) installation project across a national retail estate. The role involves out of hours installation and testing of ESEL hardware as part of a structured rollout programme This is an excellent opportunity for engineers seeking flexible, project-based night work with competitive hourly rates and travel allowances. Key Responsibilities Install and test ESEL hardware in retail store environments, following provided scripts and processes Complete one site installation per shift as part of a field engineering team Adhere to all onsite health & safety and operational procedures Complete digital sign-offs and documentation accurately and on time Use provided technical support where required Ensure high-quality workmanship...

Electrician - Reactive   Location: Kent Rate/Salary: up to £300 a day Hours: 45 hours Duration: 6 months+   My client is a leading MEICA contractor within the Water sector. They are currently looking for Electricians with water industry experience to join their team.   This opportunity is available due to their recent success in winning multiple projects related to the water industry around this region. They are now seeking to take on experienced Electricians to work on projects based around the South West/South East/South East London and South West London region.   Deliverables: ·Working on various water related sites; water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants and various pumping stations etc. ·Installations, maintaining and upgrading electrical equipment on site. ·Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and drawings ·Testing and inspection as well as commissioning equipment.   Suitable candidates will have: ·Experience in industrial electrical...

ole: Mechanical Fitter - Waste Water Location: Duration: 6 months Rate: £25 - £30 per hour CIS or Umbrella Start date: ASAP Hours: 45 per week   My client a large water industry contractor specialising in mechanical & electrical installation within the water industry are currently looking for a Mechanical Fitter with either water industry or industrial experience to join their team.   The ideal person will have water experience however we are very open to take on people with industrial experience.   Main Responsibility ·Installing steel pipework ·You will be involved in both water and waste water projects involving maintenance of pumps, pipes, bridge repairs along with other related tasks as well as some installation work. ·installing FBE coated flanged pipework up to 800mm, Also Installing pumps , valves and plant.   Skills & Qualifications: ·Qualified mechanical fitter (NVQ or "City and Guilds" level 3) ·CSCS card essential ·EUSR (Blue water Hygiene)...

Senior Planner Are you an experienced Senior Planner with strong NEC contract knowledge? We are seeking a Consultant Senior Planner to support a key infrastructure project in Kent, focusing on the management of Compensation Event programmes.   This role offers the opportunity to work on a high-profile project, largely site-based with some remote flexibility, depending on the right candidate. You will play a critical role in maintaining and managing programme controls under an NEC form of contract, ensuring Compensation Events are accurately assessed, updated, and managed. The position is available on a full-time or part-time basis, offering flexibility to suit the right professional.   This is an excellent opportunity for a planner who thrives in a hands-on project environment and has proven experience working with NEC contracts and Compensation Event programmes. You will be trusted to operate at a senior level, influencing programme outcomes and working closely with project...

Great new position for an experienced Electrical Design Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery of high-profile data centre and commercial mixed-use projects across London and the South East. This role will suit a capable engineer who can quickly integrate into a design team and contribute across all project stages, from concept through to detailed design. The Role * Deliver electrical design from concept to detailed stage * Produce calculations, technical drawings, reports, and specifications * Contribute to high-value, technically challenging new-build schemes * Coordinate with mechanical engineers, architects, and contractors * Attend design meetings and undertake site visits as required * Ensure designs comply with current UK Building Regulations and industry standards * Work confidently to programme deadlines within a fast-paced project environment About You * Proven experience within an electrical building services consultancy environment * Strong background...

Senior Engineer Location: Folkestone Rate: £400 - £500 per day (PAYE) Contract: 12 Months Minimum The Project We are seeking a Senior Engineer to join a major structural project in Folkestone, specifically focusing on the delivery of a multi-span concrete viaduct. This is a technically demanding role centered on high-spec reinforced concrete (RC) construction, requiring an engineer who is an expert in substructure and superstructure concrete delivery. The Role As the Senior Engineer, you will be the technical lead for all concrete structural elements. You will ensure that the viaduct's piers, abutments, and deck segments are built to exact tolerances. This role requires a "boots-on-the-ground" leader who can manage the transition from complex RC drawings to physical high-performance structures. Key Responsibilities RC Structural Delivery: Technical oversight of all reinforced concrete works, including piling, pile caps, piers, and elevated decks. Accuracy &...

General Foreman Location: Folkestone Rate: £400 - £500 per day (PAYE) Contract: 12 Months Minimum The Role We are looking for a heavy-civil General Foreman to lead the site delivery of a major concrete viaduct in Folkestone. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of all site activities, coordinating labour, plant, and materials to ensure the reinforced concrete structures are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality. You will be the bridge between the engineering team and the site gangs, turning structural drawings into a high-cadence production reality. Key Responsibilities Site Leadership: Manage and motivate multi-disciplinary gangs (Steelfixers, Carpenters, and Concretors) to meet daily production targets. Concrete Execution: Supervise the delivery of major RC elements-from deep foundations and pile caps to the casting of viaduct piers and decks. Plant & Logistics: Coordinate all on-site plant movements, including concrete pumps,...

Our client, a top Regional Contractor have the need for a Senior Planner to support a large Civil Engineering scheme they have in Folkestone with works including Road Construction, Drainage, service Diversions etc. Based from site the main duties will involve managing Compensation Event programmes under the NEC form of Contract. To be considered you will be an experienced Senior Planner with P6 experience who has highways/civils experience to your name gained within the Main Contracting environment. In return, a top day rate is on offer which is Outside IR35 and comes with an immediate start and 1 day working from home, the rest is site based so you will ideally be Kent based. Great opening so if interested, please send a copy of your CV to Dave Rowe by email or call Dave on (phone number removed) for further information

Technical Assistant – Value Engineering (FMCG) Location: Folkestone Hours: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a proactive Technical Assistant to support value engineering initiatives within a FMCG product development and manufacturing teams. This role focuses on assisting with product testing, material evaluations, and process improvements to help deliver cost-effective, high-quality consumer goods. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience in R&D, quality, or manufacturing within a fast-paced FMCG environment. Key Responsibilities Product Testing & Trials * Support laboratory and pilot-scale trials for household branded products * Prepare formulations, samples, and packaging components for testing * Assist in evaluating product performance, stability, and quality Data Recording & Analysis * Accurately record test results, observations, and batch data * Support basic analysis of...

Quality Assurance Technicians Location: Folkestone Contract Type: long term temporary basis, for around 6 months with the possibility of extension. Hours: 39 hours per week - Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30 Friday: 08:00–15:30 (30-minute unpaid break) About the Roles We are seeking temporary Quality Assurance Technicians to support our clients Plant operations. These roles sit within a regulated manufacturing environment and support the release process, quality systems, and supplier quality activities. The positions are ideal for individuals with strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and experience within Quality Assurance would be an advantage. Key Responsibilities Support and act on the release process for the UK Plant, including: * Inspecting incoming components and packaging against relevant specifications * Supporting management of packaging component and finished goods specifications * Maintaining the line complaint system and ensuring timely follow-up to close...

Role: Electrical Project Engineer (FTC) Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:30 Location: Maidstone (Outskirts) Type: 18-month to 2-year FTC Position Our client, a leading international manufacturing organisation, is seeking a hands-on Electrical Project Engineer to join their projects team on a fixed-term contract basis. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in delivering a wide range of electrical and process control projects within a fast-paced industrial environment. As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will support the full lifecycle of project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. Responsibilities: - Support delivery of electrical and control system projects across site, including systems ranging from 110V to 3.5kV and PLC/DCS upgrades - Provide assistance with fault finding and optimisation of Siemens S7 PLCs and ABB drive equipment - Contribute to planning and coordination of project...

Role: Electrical Project Supervisor (FTC) Type: 18-month to 2-year FTC Location: Maidstone (Outskirts) Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:30 Position Our client, a leading international manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Supervisor to join their projects team on a fixed-term contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a wide range of electrical and process control projects within a fast-paced industrial environment. As an Electrical Project Supervisor, you will support the full lifecycle of project delivery, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest technical standards. Responsibilities: - Assist with review of project design requirements, including equipment layouts and process arrangements - Support delivery of electrical and control system projects across site, including systems ranging from 110V to 3.5kV and PLC/DCS upgrades - Undertake P&ID and drawing...

We are currently looking to engage an experienced Freelance Site Engineer to support a well-established civil engineering contractor with an annual turnover of circa £150m, delivering a strong pipeline of projects across the South East. This is a long-term freelance opportunity operating outside IR35, ideal for a capable engineer confident across infrastructure and groundwork packages. Key Responsibilities - Carrying out precise setting out using Leica TS16 total station and associated survey equipment - Managing and overseeing works including: - Drainage (foul, surface water, attenuation, deep drainage) - Utilities installation and coordination (water, gas, electric, telecoms) - Modular building groundwork and installation interfaces - Ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, and QA procedures - Producing as-built surveys and maintaining accurate site records - Liaising with site teams, subcontractors, and design engineers - Supporting and...

We are working with a major civil engineering company who are looking for a Site Engineer to carry out the upgrade works to the former boat yard within the Dover Western Docks. Works will include installing new services, drainage and modular buildings as part of the new EES checks. There are also works to be undertaken in the Eastern Docks. It will include QA checks of the works, instrument checks, setting out, drawing control and site supervision. Experience in setting out and surveys with robotic total station, locating existing services, working around live services, completing QA check sheets and diary, working with subcontractors is essential. You must have your CSCS card, SSSTS, EUSR and First Aid. Top date rate and a minimum of 5 month contract available. If you or someone you know is looking for work, get in touch