Plant Quality Manager Folkestone, Kent On-site, 5 days per week 37 hours per week Are you an experienced Quality professional looking for the opportunity to lead quality operations within a regulated manufacturing environment? We are proud to be partnering with a fantastic International manufacturing business who are seeking a Plant Quality Manager to take ownership of all Quality Assurance and Quality Control activities at their Folkestone manufacturing site. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards across both cosmetic and medical device manufacturing operations. The Opportunity As Plant Quality Manager, you will lead the site's quality function, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain and R&D teams to ensure products are manufactured and released in line with GMP, ISO and regulatory requirements. You will play a pivotal role in...

Refrigeration Engineer Up to 48,000 basic salary + Standby Allowance + LWA Kent Are you looking for a career with true job security and the chance to join one of the top companies to work for over the last decade? We're offering refrigeration engineers the opportunity to join an in house team, where stability and progression go hand in hand. You will be working on a variety of refrigeration equipment from remote packs, integrals, cold rooms and chillers, with full responsibility of your designated stores. With clear progression pathways, your skills and ambition will be rewarded. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to build a long term career with a trusted leader in the industry! Job Description - Supermarket Refrigeration Engineer - Service, maintenance and repairs on remote packs, integrals, chest freezers, chillers and more - Maintain and review van stock holding on a regular basis - On call rota - Planned preventative maintenance on allocated stores...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Mechanical Strategy Team Leader to be based at its CCGT site in Kent or in North London. The Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role comes with a salary of up to 85,000 + medical + bonus. If you are an experienced Mechanical Team Leader, who has worked on medium and long-team strategy, ideally with PSSR knowledge then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Mechanical Strategy Team Leader role Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will: Develop and implement governance, risk, and compliance strategies to ensure the safe and responsible operation of mechanical plant assets in line with relevant management systems, standards, and legislation. Lead the development and delivery of mechanical engineering business plans, ensuring alignment with wider operational objectives while managing operational and capital expenditure budgets. Manage mechanical projects and planned...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading energy company to recruit a Lead EC&I Strategy Engineer to be based at its CCGT site in Kent or in North London. The Lead Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Engineer role comes with a salary of up to 75,000 + medical + bonus. If you're a degree qualified Electrical or Controls and Instrumentation Engineer, with experience managing high-value and high-risk projects, ideally with a project management qualification, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Lead EC&I Strategy Engineer role Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader you will: Develop and implement governance, risk, and compliance strategies to ensure the safe and reliable operation of EC&I plant systems. Support the development and delivery of engineering business plans, managing operational and capital expenditure within your area of responsibility. Lead projects and planned outages from concept through to...

Summary: A reliable supply of wholesome water is crucial for our communities. As a Production Manager, you will step into a key leadership role within our operational management team, leading a dedicated group of process technicians to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant water treatment and production processes at our key operational sites. If you are a methodical, safety-conscious leader who thrives on problem-solving, continuous improvement, and shaping operational strategy, we want to hear from you. The Role: What You'll Do Your focus will be on site reliability, performance, compliance, quality, and resource control. You will use your organisational skills to help your team perform at their best while remaining adaptable to handle operational challenges effectively. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership & Development : Manage daily production activity and nurture your team by reviewing processes, training, and knowledge transfer. Operational Excellence:...

Mechanical Fitter Location: Maidstone Salary: Up to £45,(Apply online only) depending on experience Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Company Van and Fuel card provided A fantastic opportunity has opened for a Level 3 qualified Mechanical Fitter with a background in heavy engineering to work alongside experienced technicians installing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, valves, and actuators. Your New Opportunity Join a highly skilled engineering team working for an organisation who are a global leader in high-quality valves and hydrants for water, wastewater, gas, and fire protection, which supports the UK water sector. Carry out mechanical maintenance, repair, and overhaul tasks. Diagnose, investigate,and repair faults across mechanical systems. Travel to different sites across the south of the UK but be home every day. The Ideal Candidate You will bring experience, precision, and a strong maintenance mindset. We are looking for...

We are currently recruiting an Enhanced Technician / Senior Operator / Assistant Shift Team Leader /SAP to join the operations department of a large Energy from Waste plant in Kent. The Enhanced Technician will need an adaptable approach and will be responsible for supervising the shift teams ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant. The Enhanced Technician will be required, on occasions, to step up to the full Shift Manager role to cover for periods of sickness and holidays. 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 of the Enhanced Technician role Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for: The day-to-day support of the Shift Team, including supervision of Shift Technicians who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of turbines, boilers, pumps and water treatment plant. Acting as the site Senior...

Summary: Are You the Driving Force Our Fleet Needs? When water supplies are interrupted, our customers rely on us for precision, care, and a rapid response. We are looking for a dedicated leader to take the helm of our Tankering Team, ensuring our fleet is always "incident-ready" and our safety standards remain at an all-time high. If you are a proactive professional who thrives on operational excellence and industry best practices, we want you to lead our response to both planned and reactive incidents. As the HGV Driver Team Leader, you are the bridge between strategy and execution. You will ensure our drivers, systems, and vehicles don't just meet industry standards-they set them. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Manage the tanker driver team, overseeing planning, job pack completion, and performance KPIs. Compliance & Safety: Conduct driver inductions, vehicle inspections, and safety checks. You'll be responsible for risk assessments and maintaining...

Role: Production Team Leader Location: Dartford Salary: 31,000 - 34,000 - Depending on Experience About the Role Proactive are currently in search of an experienced Production Team leader for a market leading electronics manufacturing company based in Dartford. As a Production Team Leader you will be required to lead and manage the team within the business to ensure that products are produced in the most efficient manner, at the right quality levels to ensure a high level of performance is maintained in the business. Key Duties & Responsibilities Work to ensure people and resources are applied in an efficient and effective manner to meet delivery requirements while achieving quality and safety standards Ensure that team members follow defined manufacturing procedures and comply with quality requirements Ensure full adherence to good housekeeping standards are always met. Ensure equipment is within calibration date and all systems are functioning correctly...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to 50,000 + 2,100 SE allowance and very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions. If you are a HNC qualified Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician with heavy industrial experience and a Controls and Instrumentation bias, please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the EC&I Technician role Reporting to the EC&I Team Leader you will: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities on electrical, control and instrumentation systems across the plant. Support the safe and reliable operation of the station through effective fault finding, diagnostics, and maintenance activities. Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety,...

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy company in the UK to recruit an Operations Technician to join its CCGT site in Rochester, Kent. The Operations Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £49,000 basic salary, £12,000 Shift Allowance and £2,100 SE allowance and very competitive benefit package including 20% bonus, medical insurance and 10% pension contributions. If you are an experienced DCS Operator on process plant who holds a HNC, or would be willing to work towards one, please submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role Reporting to the Production Team Leader you will: Operate and monitor the CCGT plant to ensure safe, efficient and reliable generation performance. Support the Production Team Leader with all production and operational activities across the site. Analyse plant performance data and diagnose operational issues to maximise plant availability. Start, stop and...

Astute's Power Team are working with a leading Waste Management company in the UK and are recruiting for a Shift Team Leader to join the Operations Team of a large Energy from Waste plant. As Shift Team Leader you'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the shift team and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Energy from Waste plant. This role is paying up to 74,635 per year plus bonus & benefits. If you're a Shift Team Leader and are looking to secure your next challenge within the power industry, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for: Day to day management of the Operations Team and the safe and efficient operation of the plant Deputising as Operations Manager to ensure critical decisions are made in a safe and professional manner Ensuring the plant is operating within its parameters whilst complying with strict HSE rules and regulations...

Shift Maintenance Engineer £55,382 per annum plus overtime & benefits 42 hours per week Continental shifts, 4 on 4 off, rotating days & nights, 6:00am to 6:00pm Sittingbourne (ME10 3NB) Our vision is to Create Better Places and Futures for Everyone; Socially, Environmentally and Economically. For us, these aren’t words on paper. This is our powerful and purposeful statement that guides our actions and ignites a passion in every one of us. We’ve been paving the way since 1890. Our passion for our products and customers has made us a Superbrand that is synonymous with quality; supplying prestigious landmarks such as Trafalgar Square, while also caring for the environment and communities in which we operate. We’re investing heavily in our Engineering community with great opportunities for personal development and career progression available. It’s within this skilled team at Marshalls that we’re recruiting for a Multi-skilled maintenance engineer, ideally with an...

Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Canterbury Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Type: Full-Time, Permanent We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team working on the development and improvement of specialised mechanical products. This role would suit someone who enjoys varied design work, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality, detail-driven engineering solutions. What you'll be doing: Supporting the design and development of new products alongside maintaining and improving existing designs Creating and updating 3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using SolidWorks Preparing accurate bills of materials and ensuring documentation meets internal standards Managing your own design projects, ensuring work stays on schedule and within agreed parameters Collaborating closely with other engineers across the team to solve technical challenges Producing clear...

We're really proud to be recruiting exclusively for this exciting position as an Administration Coordinator . Working for an extremely successful company, on the outskirts of Canterbury, you'll join a business that has grown from 35 staff to 100! In this role, you'll be responsible for providing essential administrative and coordination support to the team within a B2B and B2C environment. The role focuses on order processing, basic procurement, stock control, engineer scheduling, and delivery coordination to ensure customer service is delivered efficiently, accurately, and on time. This is an operational, detail-focused role that acts as a key link between customers, field engineers, suppliers, and internal delivery teams. Your next employer offers an enviable company culture, and you'll receive leading benefits: 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays Birthdays Off 6 Month Reviews Home Broadband Regular Office Food Events Lunch & Learns with Leadership...

Document Controller Location: Canterbury, Kent Salary: £40k - £50k + package (DOE) We are currently looking for an experienced Document Controller, for a leading reputable principal contractor. With a strong pipeline of work and an excellent reputation for quality, safety, and delivery, they are now seeking a proactive and organised Document Controller to support their growing operations. Our client specialises in delivering civil engineering, demolition & remediation projects nationwide. This position offers hybrid working; however, candidates must be within a commutable distance of Kent and able to attend the office a few days a week. The Role As the Document Controller, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining all project documentation, ensuring information is accurately controlled, distributed, and stored throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project teams, site management, clients, and subcontractors, you will act as the central...

Astute's Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit an Electrical Technician for their Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Station in Rochester, Kent. The vital Electrical Technician role comes with a basic salary up to 51,484 + Bonus + Overtime + skills shortage allowance + other excellent benefits. If you're an experienced Electrical Technician and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for: Fault-finding and maintaining electrical assets including motors, switchgear, transformers, variable speed drives, HV plant, etc Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices Undertaking/assisting in plant developments/ projects Setting to work and supervising contractors Maintaining accurate maintenance...

We're working with a market-leading service provider within the commercial equipment sector, supporting high-profile hospitality and food service environments across the UK. They are now looking to appoint a Regional Service Operations Manager to lead and develop a team of field-based Service & Installation Technicians across South London & the South East. This role is suited to someone who has progressed from a hands-on service or engineering role into leadership, with experience in fast-paced, customer-driven environments such as hospitality, catering equipment, or facilities services. The Role You'll take full ownership of regional service delivery, leading a team of mobile technicians to ensure outstanding customer experience, rapid response times, and high-quality technical standards. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you'll regularly be out in the field supporting your team, engaging with customers, and driving performance. What You'll Be Doing...

Summary: As the Water Resources (WR) Analyst, you will monitor and analyse water resources, focusing on ensuring regulatory compliance through accurate, timely, and auditable reporting. In this role, you will collect, analyse, and support the development of supply and demand forecasting data, while providing technical expertise to internal teams. You will be expected to prioritise competing tasks, collaborate constructively with internal and external stakeholders (including regulators), and proactively engage in water resource management discussions, proposing and delivering agreed solutions. Please note this is a one year Fixed Term Contract Main Responsibilities Monitor and analyse water resources. Conduct accurate, timely, and auditable regulatory reporting. Ensure regulatory compliance and identify areas for improvement. Collect and analyse supply forecasting data and support its maintenance and development. Provide technical support on supply and demand....

Maintenance Engineer £56,925 + Excellent Benefits 4 on 4 off Days & Nights Modern Automated Manufacturing Benefits £56,925 basic salary 6% company pension contribution Share-save scheme Company-funded qualifications and training Clear career progression opportunities Work with modern automated equipment and technology Join a growing engineering team within a market-leading business The Company Our client is one of the UK s leading food manufacturers, operating multiple sites nationwide and generating multi-billion-pound revenues. Following a period of significant growth and recent acquisitions, the business continues to invest heavily in its people, engineering function, and state-of-the-art manufacturing technology. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established site that offers long-term stability, ongoing development, and genuine progression opportunities. The Role As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring maximum...