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Berry Recruitment
01 Oct, 2026
Permanent
Manufacturing & General Operative
Berry Recruitment Aylesford ME20, UK
We are currently looking for a manufacturing & general operative to work for our client based in Larkfield. Your main role will be manufacturing picture frames this means using tools and machinery such as nail guns or cutting machinery is preferred but not essential as part of the process you will be handling glass as well. You could also be doing some order picking /packing & shrink wrapping - there could be some heavy manual handling involved on a daily basis. Previous experience of working with industrial tools and machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred but again is not essential. Start: ASAP You will be working Monday to Thursday 8am -6pm & on Friday 8am - 5pm (hours subject to change). Pay rate of £12.71 an hour. Breaks are also paid. Own transport is preferred but not essential as it is easily accessible by public transport links. You must have safety boots and a Hi Vis vest. This is a temp role lasting initially 1-12 weeks work...
Berry Recruitment
22 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Manufacturing & General Operative
Berry Recruitment Larkfield, Ditton, Aylesford ME20 6BU, UK
We are currently looking for a manufacturing & general operative to work for our client based in Larkfield. Your main role will be manufacturing picture frames this means using tools and machinery such as nail guns or cutting machinery is preferred but not essential as part of the process you will be handling glass as well. You could also be doing some order picking /packing & shrink wrapping - there could be some heavy manual handling involved on a daily basis. Previous experience of working with industrial tools and machinery in a manufacturing environment is preferred but again is not essential. Start: ASAP You will be working Monday to Thursday 8am -6pm & on Friday 8am - 5pm (hours subject to change). Pay rate of 12.71 an hour. Breaks are also paid. Own transport is preferred but not essential as it is easily accessible by public transport links. You must have safety boots and a Hi Vis vest. This is a temp role lasting initially 1-12 weeks work but will...
Stafforce Ports
09 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Peel Ports (Sheerness) - General Port Operative
£12.71 - £19.07 hourly
Stafforce Ports Minster on Sea, UK
Join the Stafforce Ports Team at Port of Sheerness (Medway) General Port Operatives Wanted! Are you looking for a hands-on, fast-paced role with real career prospects. The Port of Sheerness is growing and we are looking for General Port Operatives to join our skilled, multi-functional team. What's the Job This is a multi-skilled operational role supporting a variety of port functions. From working onboard vessels to quayside & warehouse operations, no two days are the same. Tasks can include: Vessel operations & cargo handling Quay and yard labouring Checking and admin duties Cleaning and maintenance Heavy & high rigger work Full training provided with the right attitude and work ethic, you can become qualified in multiple disciplines. Why Join Us? Build a career earn new skills and licenses as you progress Great earning potential increase your pay as your skills grow Team environment work alongside experienced professionals...
Randstad Construction and Property
29 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Handyperson
£17.00 - £22.00 hourly
Randstad Construction and Property Sevenoaks, UK
New Handyperson position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed) Job Title: Site Handyman Location: Sevenoaks, Kent (TN13 / TN14 / TN15) Start Date: Late October 2026 Contract Duration: Long-Term / Ongoing Pay Rate: 17.00 - 19.00 per hour (dependent on experience and pay type) About the Role We are recruiting a skilled, versatile Handyman for an upcoming position on a high-spec residential construction project in Sevenoaks , starting towards the end of October 2026 . This role is ideal for a multi-skilled operative who can work independently, solve problems on site, and carry out a range of general trade duties, snagging, and basic maintenance to keep the site running smoothly through autumn and winter. Key Responsibilities Carrying out basic carpentry work (hoarding repairs, fitting locks, basic timber fixings, temporary protection). Performing basic plumbing, plaster patching, drylining repairs, and touch-up painting/decorating....
RG
17 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Multi Skilled Operative
Riverside Group Dartford, UK
Job Title: Multi Skilled Operative Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £39,080.97 per annum Working Hours: 40 hours per week, full time Working Pattern: Monday to Friday Location: Base office is Dartford, location covers South London Area If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description. Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates. The difference you will make as a Multi Skilled Operative The role is to carry out...
New Appointments Group
10 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Assembly Operative
New Appointments Group Margate, UK
Assembly Operative - Immediate Start We are currently recruiting for an Assembly Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business. This is a hands-on role working within a busy production environment, involving machine minding, assembling components, and supporting general production activities. Key Duties: Operating and monitoring machinery Assembling parts and products to required standards Carrying out general production and workshop tasks Ensuring quality and safety procedures are followed Requirements: Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions Reliable and able to work as part of a team Willingness to undertake physical, hands-on work Working Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts between 6:00am and 10:00pm New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout,...
Gi Group
04 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Production Operative
Gi Group Sittingbourne, UK
Production Operative Our client in Sittingbourne, is currently looking for a Production Operative to join their developing team on a temporary to permanent basis. Please note this is an extremely physical role, where you will be required to lift, move and manoeuvre stock on a daily basis. Salary and Benefits: 13.96 per hour Overtime (over 40 hours) 20.94 per hour Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00 and 14:00 - 22:30 (rotating shifts each week with occasional weekend work) Sittingbourne, Kent 28 days holiday Weekly pay Full training and PPE is provided Duties of a Production Operative: General physical duties, lifting, shifting and manoeuvring stock on a daily basis Inspecting stock for any defects Keeping machines and work areas clean, carrying out basic checks, and reporting faults. Working in an inside/outside environment depending on the section Following production schedules and work instructions Working safely around heavy machinery...
South East Water
30 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Waterlink Smart Metering Field Team Leader
South East Water Larkfield, Ditton, Aylesford ME20 6BU, UK
Summary: As Waterlink Smart Metering Field Team Leader, you will be responsible for the performance and effective operation of multiple field teams responsible for the installation of Smart meters. Your role is to provide strong, organised leadership, ensuring that daily site activities-including traffic management and machinery use-are carried out efficiently, ensure strict adherence to health and safety best practice, and deliver high levels of customer service. By sharing your extensive industry knowledge, you will develop and motivate your teams to deliver the highest levels of quality and customer satisfaction, acting as a crucial link between office functions and onsite delivery. Main responsibilities: Supervise Waterlink Smart Metering Field Teams throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to completion, ensuring high-standard performance. Lead, motivate, develop, and appraise team members to ensure they achieve peak performance and meet departmental needs....
Eden Brown
29 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineer
Eden Brown Kent, UK
Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Kent Hybrid Working Up to 60k Multidisciplinary Engineering Consultancy Complex & Technical Projects Are you an Intermediate or Senior Mechanical Engineer looking for a role where you can take genuine ownership of projects, work across technically challenging buildings, and have direct involvement with clients and the wider design team? This is an opportunity to join an established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with over 30 years of experience, bringing together mechanical, electrical, public health, fire engineering, sustainability, project management and building validation expertise. The business works across the UK and internationally, delivering coordinated engineering solutions across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, data centres, industrial, defence and aviation. The Opportunity As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll become an important part of the MEP team, taking...
South East Water
29 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Water Network Science Manager
South East Water Pembury, Tunbridge Wells TN2, UK
Summary: As the Water Network Science Manager, you'll lead a specialist technical team dedicated to protecting water quality from our treatment works right to the customer's tap. Reporting directly to the Water Quality Manager, you'll take ownership of network performance by proactively identifying potential risks before they impact supply and ensuring the continuous delivery of safe, wholesome drinking water. In this role, you will balance fast-paced operational demands with long-term maintenance strategies to optimise the network's overall resilience. You will bring proven experience in water quality or distribution science, strong leadership skills to guide technical experts, and a proactive, analytical approach to risk management that guarantees compliance and maintains customer trust. Main responsibilities: Provide leadership and technical direction to the Distribution Science team, focusing on the monitoring and management of the water distribution network. Develop...
BG
29 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Mechanical Project Manager
BJF Group Allington, Maidstone, UK
Company Description BJF Group is a leading multi-discipline Main Contractor based across the UK, specialising in delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors - priding ourselves on our reputation for excellence and attention to detail. Across the public and private sectors, our teams deliver with care, consistency and accountability. We bring specialist knowledge, a flexible mindset, and a commitment to doing things properly, even in the most complex or sensitive environments. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a proactive and driven Mechanical Project Manager to join our M&E division to deliver projects to completion - ensuring they are on time, on budget and to the satisfaction of all parties, exceeding expectations wherever possible. Position As a Mechanical Project Manager at BJF Group, you will provide leadership across the full project lifecycle - identifying and specifying project opportunities from the outset through to...
Randstad Construction and Property
29 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Telehandler
£20.00 - £21.00 hourly
Randstad Construction and Property Maidstone, UK
New Telehandler position available at Randstad CPE (phone number removed) Job Title: Telehandler / Telescopic Handler Driver Location: Maidstone, Kent (ME14 / ME15) Start Date: Immediate Start (ASAP) Contract Duration: Work running through to the end of October 2026. Pay Rate: 20.00 - 22.00 per hour (dependent on experience and pay type) About the Role We are urgently looking for an experienced Telehandler Driver for an immediate start on a busy commercial build in Maidstone . This is a short-term cover role running through to the end of October 2026 , offering competitive hourly rates and immediate full-time hours for a competent machine operator. Key Responsibilities Safely operating a Telescopic Handler to offload materials from delivery vehicles and move stock across site. Supplying materials directly to scaffold lifts, work bays, and site trades (bricklayers, carpenters). Conducting daily pre-shift plant checks, basic machine...
New Appointments Group
25 Sep, 2026
Temporary
Housekeeping Supervisor
New Appointments Group Canterbury, UK
Housekeeping Supervisor (Temp to Perm) Location: Central Canterbury Pay: 14.84 per hour Contract: Temporary to Permanent Hours: Various shifts on a rota basis, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays We are currently recruiting for a Housekeeping Supervisor to join a busy leisure venue on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a hands-on role that combines supervising a housekeeping team with actively carrying out cleaning duties to ensure the site is maintained to the highest standards at all times. Working closely with the Housekeeping Manager, you will support the day-to-day operation of the housekeeping function, leading by example and working alongside the team to deliver a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors, guests, and staff. Key Responsibilities Support the Housekeeping Manager with the supervision and coordination of the housekeeping team. Carry out cleaning duties alongside the team, ensuring all areas are maintained to...
Axis CLC
25 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Plumber
Axis CLC Dartford, UK
Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported. The Role We are recruiting several experienced and versatile Plumbers to support our long-term partnership with Southern Housing contract, covering East Sussex and the surrounding areas. In this role, you'll help deliver reactive repairs and maintenance across thousands of homes, ensuring residents live in properties that are safe, comfortable and well maintained. You'll be supported by modern digital systems that keep work flowing efficiently and give you everything...
New Appointments Group
19 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Facilities Assistant
New Appointments Group Royal Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells, UK
Facilities Assistant Location: Tunbridge Wells Hours: Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week Working Hours: 6.30am to 10.30am or 6.45am to 10.45am Job Type: Part-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive We are recruiting for a reliable and practical Facilities Assistant to support the daily operation of a professional workplace in Tunbridge Wells. Working as part of the Office Services team, you will provide practical support across the workplace, ensuring office, kitchen and external areas are maintained, tidy, clean and ready for the working day. The role is 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a choice of start times. However, you must be on site before 7.00am to unlock the building. Key Responsibilities At site before 7am to unlock the building Carrying out general handyman and practical maintenance duties General housekeeping throughout the offices and kitchen area Delivering milk to all work floors Cleaning and refilling coffee machines,...
Marshalls
18 Sep, 2026
Full Time
Operations Team Manager - Internal Applicants Only
Marshalls Sittingbourne, UK
Operations Team Manager Sittingbourne Competitive Salary & Benefits 42 hrs per week, working 4 on 4 off rotating days & Nights Open to internal applications only At Marshalls plc, we believe building tomorrow's world starts with what we can create together today. Since the 1890s, we've grown from a Yorkshire stone business into a leading UK manufacturer of building, roofing and landscaping solutions. Today, we support the people who design, build and maintain the homes, schools, hospitals, streets and infrastructure that communities across the UK rely on. Built on generations of expertise, we're known for quality, innovation and sustainability, helping our customers bring their vision to life and create places that work today and last for generations. We're proud of our heritage, excited by what's next and committed to helping our colleagues grow, develop and make a real difference. Together, we're building tomorrow's world. Our operations are organised into three...
Birchrose Associates
17 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Employment Solicitor
Birchrose Associates Kent, UK
Opportunity for an Employment Solicitor (Senior Associate) to join a highly regarded, Legal 500 ranked law firm in Kent. The Firm Our client is an ambitious, commercially focused law firm with a strongly regarded Employment Department, recognised for its client service and its ability to deliver commercial results. The department sits at the heart of the firm's future growth plans and is currently expanding. The firm prides itself on a collegiate and collaborative culture, both within teams and across the wider business, and places genuine emphasis on client care and commercial acumen in everything it does. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a growing team, working across the full spectrum of employment law with a particular focus on respondent-based, commercial client work. The role covers a broad and varied caseload, including corporate support work, wrongful and unfair dismissals, redundancy and...
New Appointments Group
12 Sep, 2026
Permanent
HGV Driver
New Appointments Group Cranbrook, UK
HGV / LGV Driver Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time, with evening and weekend work as required Location: Cranbrook We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV / LGV Driver to join a busy transport and logistics operation. This is a varied role involving local and long-distance deliveries, vehicle checks, loading and unloading, and ensuring goods are transported safely and efficiently. You will work both independently and as part of a team, so we are looking for a reliable, self-motivated and safety-conscious driver who takes pride in completing deliveries on time and maintaining high standards. The Role As an HGV / LGV Driver, your responsibilities will include: Driving commercial vehicles including rigid vehicles, articulated lorries and trailers, as appropriate to your licence. Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects immediately. Safely loading, unloading and securing goods. Completing local and long-distance deliveries and...
South East Water
11 Sep, 2026
Permanent
Network Management Controller
South East Water Snodland, UK
Summary: Are you an experienced operational decision-maker seeking a high-oversight role in network resilience? If you are ready to command operational control systems, safeguard uncompromised water quality, and protect thousands of customers from unplanned outages, this is where your expertise makes an immediate, high-visibility impact. Operating within the Central Operations team, the Network Controller serves as the authoritative focal point for real-time network stability, contingency execution, and emergency response across the water distribution network. This critical, high-oversight position demands advanced technical judgment to manage real-time hydraulic applications, mitigate Water Quality (WQ) risks, and safeguard stringent regulatory performance targets (including DWI standards, DG2, DG3 and C-mex metrics). The successful candidate will leverage data-driven intelligence and operational control systems to eliminate unplanned outages, optimise field resource...
South East Water
10 Sep, 2026
Permanent
PLC Engineer
South East Water Detling, Maidstone ME14, UK
Summary: Ready to transition into Operational Technology? At South East Water, we know that great talent comes from a variety of technical backgrounds. While prior PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) experience is a bonus for this role, it is not essential. We are very keen to hear from candidates with a strong foundation in Industrial Electrical or ICA (Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) who are passionate about learning and eager to progress their career into Operational Technology (OT) expertise. If you have the core skills and the drive to upskill, we want to hear from you. As part of our ongoing commitment to improving and modernising, we are upgrading our systems and infrastructure across our operational sites. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in system integration, PLC hardware, programming, and installation, as well as working with cutting-edge technology to make a real impact on our operations. You'll be responsible for programming, operating,...
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