38 construction jobs found in Canterbury

Fraser Edwards Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Working Supervisor on behalf of our client, operating within secure and high-compliance residential environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a credible, hands-on Supervisor with strong technical knowledge who is confident leading from the front in occupied domestic properties. The Role: As a Supervisor, you will oversee day-to-day responsive maintenance operations across occupied residential properties. This is a hands-on role requiring you to balance supervisory responsibilities with active technical involvement on-site. You will ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and right-first-time — maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and resident satisfaction within KPI-driven environments. Key Responsibilities: * Supervise and support operatives carrying out responsive repairs and maintenance * Undertake hands-on works where required * Manage urgent repairs, follow-on...

Are you an experienced Welfare Cleaning? Are you available for work? Position: Welfare Cleaning Location: Canterbury Contract type: Temporary with possible permanent position Start date: ASAP Salary/Rate: £13-15 dependant on experience. Randstad CPE contact: Lewis (phone number removed) What you need Experience in welfare labouring Attention for detail when cleaningWhat to do next: If you feel this role meets your expectations please click apply and upload your details or call us on (phone number removed) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the...

Senior Engineer, Ongoing Contract We're working with a leading contractor to recruit a Senior Engineer for a major infrastructure project in Canterbury, delivering a new link road including a 550m carriageway and 250m viaduct over a river and railway. The Role Reporting to the Site Agent, you will take responsibility for engineering delivery on-site, managing engineers and ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to specification. Responsibilities include: Overseeing engineering activities and supporting setting out engineers Producing RAMS, ITPs and temporary works documentation Managing NCRs, TQs and Early Warnings Providing weekly progress and planning updatesAbout You Minimum 3 years' site-based experience within civil engineering Strong understanding of construction processes and site delivery Confident leading teams and working proactively

Electricians required, Herne Bay, Kent (Domestic) We are currently looking a pair of Domestic Electricians for a project based in Herne Bay. We would be happy to take an established Electrician/Improver pairing. Location: Herne Bay Duration: Approx. 3 months Hours: 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday Rate: £(phone number removed) per day Duties: Working on residential development projects First and second fix installations Requirements: Proven experience working on housing development projects - essential Relevant qualifications/tickets Ability to work as part of a pair If you’re available and interested, please get in touch ASAP

New Labourer position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed) Position: Labourer Location: Herne Bay, Kent Pay rate: £13-15 hourly rate depending on experience(PAYE or Umbrella) Contract: Temporary Start date: ASAP Contact: (phone number removed) (option 1) The role will involve working on a busy new build construction site and have a wide variety of duties from clearing materials, unloading deliveries, checking safety systems are secure and assisting trades. To apply for this role you will need CSCS Card PPE (personal protective equipment) Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live...

Electrician Gold card Electrician needed in Herne bay start asap New build resi 1st and 2nd fix £230 per day Free parking Long term work available for the right candidate Were specifically looking for someone with extensive residential experience to start ASAP Please send your CV or call Padstone (phone number removed)

Telehandler Operator – Minster-on-Sea – Immediate Start Skilled Careers are currently looking for an experienced Telehandler Operator to join a busy construction site in Minster-on-Sea for an immediate start. Job Details: * Location: Minster-on-Sea * Start Date: ASAP * Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (weekends may be available) * Rate: Competitive (depending on experience) Responsibilities: * Operating the telehandler safely and efficiently on site * Moving materials around site and assisting trades * Daily machine checks and basic maintenance * Supporting site team when required Requirements: * Valid CPCS or NPORS Telehandler ticket * Previous experience operating a telehandler on construction sites * Full PPE * Strong work ethic and reliability * Good communication skills What We Offer: * Long-term opportunity for the right person * Weekly pay * Supportive site team and management If you are interested and available, please apply now or contact...

BMS require an experienced Site Manager fo rongoping works in the Ashford area of Kent. You will at least 5-10 years experience & have experience of running major projects & a background in Modular Projects would be a distinct advantage. You will alwyas have teh following accreditation SMSTS, First Aid, Black CSCS PLEASE FORWARD YOUR CV FOR PERUSAL

Job title – Repairs Assistant Location – Ashford, TN23 Contract – Temporary for 3-6 months Hours – 35 hours per week Start Date: ASAP We are recruiting for a Repairs Assistant to support the delivery of responsive repairs and planned maintenance services within a busy housing environment. This role is heavily customer-focused, acting as a key contact point for tenants while ensuring repairs are raised, managed, and completed efficiently in line with council policy and service standards. Duties would include: Provide administrative and telephone support to the Responsive Repairs and Planned Maintenance Team, ensuring efficient service delivery across housing repairs. Act as a first point of contact for tenants, handling repairs and housing enquiries via phone and written communication Diagnose and raise repair orders, ensuring correct priority, contractor allocation, and cost control Resolve a high volume of enquiries at first point of contact using housing knowledge and...

Traffic Marshal Required Job Type: Temporary Start dates: Immediate Working Hours: 07.30 - 17.00 Industry: Building and Construction Location: Ashford,Kent Level of experience, qualifications & related training*:CSCS, CPCS or NPORS Tickets Salary: £17.00-£18.00 Per Hour Duration: 2 YearsJob Description: ITS Building people are looking for an experienced Traffic Marshal to assist our client with a project based in Ashford,Kent. Own transport ideal. This contract will be Monday to Friday and there may be an option to work overtime. Additional training and a full-time contract may be provided for the right candidates. Daily responsibilities will include: Banking traffic in and out of site Marshalling Plant Assisting the site management team Signing people in and outRequirements for the role A valid CSCS/CPCS/NPORS Card A valid Traffic Marshal/Banksman card You should have your own high vis jacket or vest, gloves and hard hat. These can be provided by ITS Building People for...

Candidate required: Labourer Job Type: Temporary Start date: Immediate Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:00 Industry: Construction Trades Location: Ashford,kent Rate of Pay: £16.50-£17.00 Per Hour Level of experience, qualifications & related training*: CSCS Card Duration required: 2 YearsJob description: Labourer required for a Regional Contractor. ITS Building people are looking for an experienced and hardworking labourer to assist our client with a project based in Ashford,kent. Own transport is preferred. This contract will be Monday to Friday and there may be an option to work overtime. Daily responsibilities will include: General labouring, site clearance and general tidying Moving materials Assisting with deliveries if required May need to assist with trades on site (training will be provided if necessary) Assisting the site management teamRequirements for the role A valid CSCS card References upon request The ability to perform physical manual labour You should have your...

Approach Personnel are currently looking for an experienced Non-Working Site Manager to oversee a short-term project on a railway site in Ashford. Location: Kent (TN24) Start Date: Tuesday, 28th April Duration: 4 weeks Role Overview: This is a straightforward site management role overseeing a small team on a live railway site. The position is primarily supervisory, ensuring site compliance, health & safety, and smooth day-to-day operations. With only a small number of operatives on site, this is a low-intensity project but requires a reliable and experienced Site Manager to maintain standards. Key Responsibilities: * Overseeing site health & safety and ensuring compliance at all times * Managing and supervising a small number of operatives on site * Conducting site inductions and maintaining site records * Liaising with contractors and stakeholders as required * Ensuring works are carried out in line with programme and safety regulations Requirements: * SMSTS...

Production / Truss Operative – Temp to Perm South Kent £12.71 per hour 39 hours per week | Monday–Friday | Early finish every Friday PWR contacts: Sammy or Emily Are you looking for a hands-on role in a busy manufacturing environment where you can learn new skills and be part of a hardworking team? An established and reputable manufacturing company is looking for Production / Truss Operatives to join their team. This is a 12-week temp-to-perm position, with the opportunity to secure a permanent role following successful completion of the probationary period. What you’ll be doing Working in a busy production environment building timber frames and roof trusses Using woodworking machinery and industrial hand tools Reading technical drawings and assembling products to specification Ensuring products are produced accurately with strong attention to detail Supporting the wider team to meet production targets and deadlines Maintaining a safe and tidy working...

Groundworkers needed Groundworkers needed in Ashford Start ASAP Must have blue CSCS card and Dumper ticket Must be experienced in land drainage On going work £20-£21 per hour based on experience Send your CV or call Padstone (phone number removed)

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

We are looking for 2 x CSCS Dryliners starting 4th May for 2-3 weeks on a commercial office fit out Boarding and stud partitions Parking on site Contact Steve for more info

Pay: £220.00-£230.00 per day Job Description: WORKING SITE SUPERVISOR REQUIRED - Folkstone, Kent Rate for the WORKING SITE SUPERVISOR: £220 - £230 p/d, 9 hours Role: Working Site Supervisor needed for managing teams working on a Balcony installations. 3-4 Weeks work Requirements for the WORKING SITE SUPERVISOR: · CSCS Gold & SSSTS or SMSTS · Full PPE · Minimum of 5 years experience within construction · Good time keeping and willingness to work as a Site Supervisor What we offer: · Ability to work through CIS / Self-employed · Weekly payments · Assistance in regards to progression within Construction - Ongoing work for the right candidate For more information and to work on this project please contact the account manager of this specific job via the contact details provided and apply within. Please call (phone number removed) to apply Romax Solutions provide long term work for the right candidates depending on reliability and willingness to work. Job Type:...

Site Agent Role: Freelance Site Agent (General Civils) Location: Folkestone Rate: £450 - £500 per day (PAYE) Duration: Ongoing Contract Start Date: Immediate The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Site Agent to lead an ongoing general civil engineering project in Folkestone. This is a high-profile freelance contract offering a top-tier day rate for a candidate capable of hitting the ground running. With an immediate start available, you will take operational responsibility for the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the required technical specifications. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership: Manage daily site operations, including subcontractors, labor, and plant coordination. Health & Safety: Maintain rigorous safety standards (RAMS), ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 regulations. Technical Oversight: Interpret drawings, manage the RFI process, and ensure quality control across earthworks and...

Quantity Surveyor Role: Freelance Quantity Surveyor (General Civils) Location: Folkestone, Kent Rate: £400 - £450 per day (LTD / Outside IR35) Duration: 6 Months + Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are looking for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join a leading general civils project in Folkestone. This is a fast-paced freelance assignment offering a 6-month initial term with a high likelihood of extension. Crucially, this role is open to LTD Company contractors, providing a competitive daily rate for a candidate who can hit the ground running and manage the commercial lifecycle of various civil engineering work packages. Key Responsibilities Contract Management: Administering NEC (or JCT) contracts, ensuring all commercial interests are protected. Cost Control: Managing project budgets, forecasting, and producing detailed Monthly Cost Reports (CVRs). Subcontractor Management: Handling everything from initial procurement and tendering to monthly valuations...

Job Title: Caretaker Contract: Temporary (2-3 weeks, with potential for permanent opportunity) Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 Overview: We are currently seeking a reliable and proactive Caretaker to support the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy site. This is a temporary position for 2-3 weeks, with the possibility of being considered for a permanent role based on performance. Key Responsibilities: Carry out general repairs and maintenance tasks both internally and externally Assist with basic decorating and site improvement works Follow and contribute to a planned preventative maintenance programme Ensure the site is kept clean, safe, and well-presented at all times Set up and clear equipment, rooms, or spaces as required Support site security and carry out routine compliance and health & safety checksRequirements: Previous experience in a caretaking, maintenance, handyperson or facilities role is desirable Basic DIY and maintenance skills Good understanding...