An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Refrigeration Service Engineer to join one of the countries leading Refrigeration Contractors working in and around the Ashford area. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading company that offer a great salary / package as well as progression opportunities for the future. The role of Refrigeration Service Engineer will involve traveling around the region attending sites to carry out reactive work on a range of commercial refrigeration plant. The role is a mobile role so a full driving licence is required. The successful Refrigeration Service Engineer will be allocated various jobs within the region and be responsible for all service and breakdown on their refrigeration plant. For the right engineer a fantastic salary / package is on offer comprising of the following: Basic salary up to 48000 + Standby Travel time paid door to door hourly rate - 2.0x on Sundays and Bank Holidays Standby / Call Out - 1 in 4...

Product Support/Development Technician Required Dartford Our client is a trusted, multi-award-winning global market leader developing innovative vehicle safety systems, for commercial vehicles and mobile machinery. Their cutting-edge solutions prevent collisions and save lives. Purpose of Role The primary function of this role will be to support the Engineering teams in the research, development and testing of new products and technologies, applying strong knowledge of electronics, interfaces and communications protocols, with automotive and quality awareness. The ideal candidate will have the capability not only to understand testing and evaluation requirements, but to think outside the box, to envisage likely scenarios and devise simple but effective test methods to verify product performance under various conditions. The candidate will employ good practices in terms of equipment setup & installations within the workshop and at external test locations, and will...

Legal Director - Family Law Location: Sevenoaks, Kent Working Pattern: Hybrid / Flexible We are instructed on behalf of a Top 50 UK law firm with a long-established national presence and an excellent reputation for quality, culture and career development. The firm advises individuals, businesses and public sector clients across the UK and internationally and is consistently recognised as one of the best legal employers in the country. The Opportunity This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Family Legal Director to join a highly regarded and growing Family team in Sevenoaks. The department is nationally recognised for its technical excellence, innovation and supportive culture, and is entering an exciting phase of expansion. You will work closely with leading practitioners on complex, high-value matters and play a key role in the team's continued growth. The Role You will manage a varied family law caseload while contributing to leadership, supervision...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading organisation in the power generation sector to recruit a Maintenance Manager to work at a Biomass facility in Sittingbourne, Kent. This crucial Maintenance Manager role comes with a competitive salary and company benefits including but not limited to car allowance, bonus and location allowance. If you're an experienced Maintenance Manager with a background in power generation or heavy process industries and are looking to work with an organisation that values integrity and prioritises its people, submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will: Lead and develop a team of multi-skilled technicians, embedding a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. Manage all aspects of plant maintenance to maximise availability and efficiency. Plan and oversee maintenance outages, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Take...

Astute People are currently recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join the maintenance department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. This plant can produce up to 45MW of Power by processing up to 550,000 tonnes of waste per year, usually destined for landfill. The Electrical Engineer will play an integral part in ensuring the plants electrical systems are maintained and in working order to ensure maximum plant availability. If you have the right qualifications and experience, please apply. Responsibilities and duties: As the Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for: Managing electrical and engineering projects from concept through to installation, commissioning and handover Taking responsibility for the site electrical distribution network, including HV supplies and switchgear Ensuring statutory electrical testing and inspections are completed in line with the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and best practice Supporting the development and use of the...

Job Title: Customer Service Fire & Theft Claims Handler Location: Liverpool / Sevenoaks Salary: 28,747 to 34,913 Plus up to 1,500 performance related bonus per annum Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:00pm(on a rota basis), plus 1 in 4 Saturdays What you will be doing: Aim towards excellent customer service level expectations and take ownership of all inbound communication Prompt investigation on the ownership of the vehicle Ensuring accurate payment to all Stakeholders on their claims Attention to detail on all work done around the total loss aspect of the claim Ensure thorough chronological record keeping of all activity within file claim notes Ensure effective communication to Policyholder, including all claim decisions and progression, reducing the number of inbound calls Maintain effective diary management to reduce settlement time Expertly assess policy indemnity and identify fraud...

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...

Regional Account Manager - Fire & Security Kent / South East (Field-based) 38,000 - 42,000 + Company Car OTE 50,000 Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 Permanent The Opportunity We are recruiting for a Regional Account Manager within the Fire & Security industry , supporting a portfolio of existing clients across the South East. This is not a sales role - there is no expectation of cold calling or aggressive new business development. Instead, the focus is on managing established accounts, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across fire and security contracts. You'll act as the trusted point of contact for your clients, working closely with engineering and service teams to ensure compliance, performance, and customer satisfaction. What You'll Be Doing Managing a portfolio of fire and security service contracts across your region Acting as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring a professional and...

Senior Project Coordinator - Industrial Safety Systems Location: Hybrid / Sittingbourne (Office-based on occasion) Salary: 42,000 - 46,000 Sector: Service Engineering The Opportunity Are you a seasoned Project Coordinator looking for a high-stakes role with a global market leader? We are seeking a Senior Project Coordinator to lead the installation of safety equipment for the UK's most significant logistics hubs and manufacturing plants. From massive e-commerce fulfillment centers to global courier sites, you will be the driving force ensuring these high-spec environments are safe, compliant, and operational. This is a role designed for someone who dislikes being chained to a desk. You will enjoy the flexibility of Working From Home, along with some collaborative time within the Sittingbourne office, and the hands-on nature of site visits across the UK. Your key responsibilities will include: Technical Ownership: Reviewing sales handovers to confirm project...

Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to shape how South East Water champions environmental excellence. As a cornerstone of our regulatory compliance, you will focus on the technical performance and water quality of treatment processes across our Water Treatment Works. Based within the Water Resources department, you will lead the technical heart of the environmental permitting process, acting as the essential bridge between real-world operations and our regulatory commitments. Success in this role thrives on collaboration, requiring you to work hand-in-hand with our Assets and Operations teams while building strong, professional relationships with external regulators. If you prefer the field to a desk, this role offers the perfect balance. You will spend time on-site to gain a first-hand understanding of discharge compliance and Trade Effluent Run to Waste activities as they happen. As our primary technical validator, you will provide the internal expertise needed to...

Astute People are currently recruiting for an Operations Support Engineer (Deputy Operations Manager) to work at a large 735MW gas fired power station near Rochester in Kent. Using CCGT technology the plant consists of 2 gas turbines a steam turbine, HRSG boilers, generators, water treatment plant, cooling systems, pumps, motors, compressors and much more. As Operations Support Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the Power Station to achieve a high standard of continuous performance and maximum availability at optimum efficiency, ensuring that health, safety and environmental standards are maintained. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties: As the Operations Support Engineer you will be responsible for: Leading a team of Shift Team Leaders, Operations Technicians and a Permit Office Engineer whilst coordinating daily...

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....

Job Title: Technical Engineer (Rolling Stock) Location: Kent Salary: £50-£55k+ benefits Role Type; Permanent; Monday-Friday (flexible/hybrid working options available subject to business needs) Are you a solution centred rolling stock engineer, with a talent in solving complex fleet maintainability and reliability problems? This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to fleet operations, through innovative engineering solutions. The Role and About You: You will be an experienced Engineer that is passionate about problem-solving. You will support the safe, reliable and efficient operations of a large fleet of Rolling Stock. In this position, you will be a key part of monitoring and maintaining the technical aspects of fleet performance, fault resolution and engineering assurance responsibilities. This is a great opportunity to drive real change. The role will entail supporting day-to-day engineering activities across the fleet, working closely with the...

Job Title: Business Change Manager (Quality & Production) Location: London / Hybrid (South / Essex / Home Counties etc ideal) Salary: £50-60Kpa per annum + benefits Role Type: Permanent; Monday-Friday Days (flexible working options available). Lead engineering improvement and quality excellence across a complex, safety-critical environment. The Role and About You: We are searching for a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead engineering performance, process optimisation and quality assurance activity within a busy production environment. This role gives you the opportunity to drive improvement initiatives, strengthen engineering systems and governance across multiple sites, supporting a wider quality and compliance team within the engineering function. In this role, you will bring together engineering and operational stakeholders to identify, design and implement continuous improvement initiatives across a multi-site maintenance operation. You will play a key role in...

Air Conditioning Engineer - Kent / London and surrounding areas An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer to join one of the South East's leading HVAC contractors. This is a mobile role covering Kent, London, and surrounding areas. The ideal should be based in or within 15 miles of Dartford. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of AC systems including Splits, Multis, VRVs, and FCUs. 3 positions are available: Installation service and maintenance Only service and maintenance Only installation Work will be on both residential and commercial sites. Duties: Service, maintenance & repair of a range of AC systems Work across both commercial and domestic environments Occasional out-of-hours work to meet client needs Requirements: Ideally 8 years' industry experience F-Gas & relevant technical certifications CSCS, PASMA, IPAF or similar H&S cards Strong customer service and...

Summary: Are you a seasoned technical expert looking for a role where your expertise actually shapes the strategy of a department? Do you want to lead a dedicated team in a role and directly impact large-scale infrastructure projects and regulatory success? As our Senior Technical Lead within Developer Services, you'll step into a pivotal managerial role. You won't just be overseeing the day-to-day; you'll be the strategic lead for Self Lay, New Appointment and Variations (NAV), and requisition functions. This is an exciting opportunity to drive high-quality service delivery and ensure we stay ahead of industry averages for D-MEX. You'll manage a team of approximately eight direct reports, fostering an environment of continuous improvement and technical excellence. Whether you are an aspiring leader ready for your next big step or a technical specialist seeking complex, large-scale projects, this role offers the autonomy to implement sound engineering judgement and make a...

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...

Company Name: Logic 360 Ltd Job Opportunity: Vehicle Painter Location: Paddock Wood Employment Type: Temp to Permanent Working Shift Patterns: Monday to Friday 1hr break plus 1 in 4 Saturdays Working Hours: 07.00am to 17.00pm Salary: £19.44 per hour About Us: Logic 360 Ltd is a leading Talent partner to high profile Clients in the Automotive industry, committed to excellence and innovation. We pride ourselves on our dedication to delivering first-class services and solutions to our clients and our candidates. Our team is composed of skilled professionals who thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment, helping you along your professional journey. Client-Specific Information: Industry Position: A prominent leader in the field of automotive logistics and remarketing solutions. Key Services: Provides comprehensive vehicle remarketing solutions, leveraging economies of scale and a wide array of services to cater to a diverse clientele. The...

Project Engineer (M&E) Location: Canterbury, Kent Rate: 400 - 480 per day Sector: Water Treatment (AMP8) Duration: Ongoing Freelance Start Date: Immediate The Opportunity With the AMP8 cycle accelerating, we are seeking a versatile Mechanical or Electrical Project Engineer (MEICA) to join a major water treatment infrastructure project in Canterbury . This role is designed for a technical lead who excels at the intersection of theory and practice. You will be the vital link between the "drawing board" and the "boots on the ground," ensuring that complex mechanical and electrical designs are not only buildable but optimized for the unique rigors of a live water treatment environment. Key MEICA & Design Responsibilities Design-to-Site Integration: Work closely with the design team to review technical drawings, specifications, and P&IDs. You will provide essential feedback on "constructability," ensuring designs can be executed safely and...

Job Title: Principal Ecologist - Remote / Hybrid Development & infrastructure projects Location: Remote (SE) / Hybrid with site visits Salary: Competitive + Benefits (hire car) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Are you an experienced Ecologist looking for your next step? Join a leading international environmental consultancy and become part of a highly respected, established UK ecology team working on a wide range of infrastructure and property sector projects. This position offers remote and flexible working , career progression opportunities, and a platform to help shape the future of our ecology services across the UK. Principal Ecologist roles: Lead and manage ecological projects (technical, commercial, and financial delivery) Carry out and oversee Phase 1 habitat surveys , protected species assessments , and ECoW Produce high-quality ecological reports and contribute to EIAs and planning applications Attend virtual/in-person client...