A very successful metal fabricators and woodblock manufacturers based in Aylesford is recruiting an all-round Workshop Operative to join their team. You will be enthusiastic and ideally have practical experience of working on the tools in a workshop environment. However, the company are willing to train the right candidate how to operate the workshop machinery, including a band saw. You wi l be physically fit as you will also assist in the day-day packing and general warehouse duties. Your general duties will include: * Receiving goods-in and putting away into stock * Working on the tools to produce woodblocks and other items as needed * Inspect finished items to ensure they meet quality standards * Packing and dispatching orders * General housekeeping duties to include waste management * Loading and unloading vehicles Skills Required: * Recent experience of working with cutting tools (band saw) or a keen willingness to learn * Strong working safely ethic * Team player * Positive, trustworthy and respectful * Meticulous attention to detail * S

A very successful metal fabricators and woodblock manufacturers based in Aylesford is recruiting an all-round Workshop Operative to join their team. You will be enthusiastic and ideally have practical experience of working on the tools in a workshop environment. However, the company are willing to train the right candidate how to operate the workshop machinery, including a band saw. You wi

Your new company An internationally known manufacturer of safe, durable and unique furniture for multiple public sector organisations. The head office based in Kent has been in operation for over 40 years and has grown from a local company to operating across the globe delivering top quality furniture and customer services to their clients. Your new role With the projections of continue growth over the next few years, this company are looking for a Head of Sustaining Engineering to join their team. This is a newly created role and the ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining and supporting our existing products and services. They will work to ensure their products and services are best-in-class, that they continue to meet the needs of customers and that they are environmentally conscious. The job holder will also identify and contribute to the resolution of any issues raised with our products or services. Key Responsibilities & Duties * Lead, coach and motivate the Sustaining Engineering team * Identify and lead sustaining engineering activities f

Your new company An internationally known manufacturer of safe, durable and unique furniture for multiple public sector organisations. The head office based in Kent has been in operation for over 40 years and has grown from a local company to operating across the globe delivering top quality furniture and customer services to their clients. Your new role With the projections of continue

Our client, a well-established leader in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a Technical Sales Administrator to join their team in Aylesford, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that is driving innovation and growth in the industry. As an Administrator, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and ensuring the smooth processing of custome orders. You will be the key point of contact for customers, handling enquiries, providing accurate quotations, and managing orders from initial request through to completion. Responsibilities Handle customer enquiries, establish requirements, and provide accurate quotations within company timescales Plan customer orders, ensuring specifications and timescales are clearly communicated to both production and the customer Generate necessary manufacturing paperwork, including works orders, route cards, and dispatch sheets Track customer orders through to completion, ensuring timely processing and invoicing Arrange and manage customer deliveries, providing cover to other releva

Our client, a well-established leader in the manufacturing sector, is seeking a Technical Sales Administrator to join their team in Aylesford, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that is driving innovation and growth in the industry. As an Administrator, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and ensuring the smooth processing of custome

I'm supporting a well-established manufacturing company in Kent in their search for a Process Engineer to join their team. This is a hands-on role focused on continuous improvement, process optimisation, and problem-solving across production and engineering teams. Key Responsibilities: * Monitor plant processes and troubleshoot operational issues * Lead and support improvement projects a ross departments * Use Lean tools and techniques to drive efficiency gains * Identify technical constraints (mechanical, electrical, production) and escalate where needed * Coordinate status reviews and project updates * Support shutdowns with analysis and corrective actions * Work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams * Support training and development around Lean implementation * Maintain strong safety, compliance, and environmental standards What You'll Need: * A technical engineering degree (or equivalent experience) * Previous experience in a technical or process engineering role * Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach t

I'm supporting a well-established manufacturing company in Kent in their search for a Process Engineer to join their team. This is a hands-on role focused on continuous improvement, process optimisation, and problem-solving across production and engineering teams. Key Responsibilities: * Monitor plant processes and troubleshoot operational issues * Lead and support improvement projects a

Project Manager 18-Month FTC Kent We're working with a leading manufacturing business looking for a hands-on Project Manager to deliver medium-to-large capital projects with minimal disruption to operations. Key Responsibilities: Manage a team of engineers and specialists from proposal and budgeting, through design and installation, to training and commissioning of project concept Lead the delivery of capital projects across a live production environment, ensuring minimal operational impact Coordinate suppliers, budgets, schedules, and on-site work Ensure Health & Safety compliance from design through to implementation Supervise contractor activity and engage cross-functional teams Collaborate closely with internal departments and purchasing to define project scope and ensure contractual compliance What You'll Need: Proven experience managing capital projects in industrial/manufacturing environments Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Knowledge across civil, mechanical, electrical, and controls systems Proactive, wel

Project Manager 18-Month FTC Kent We're working with a leading manufacturing business looking for a hands-on Project Manager to deliver medium-to-large capital projects with minimal disruption to operations. Key Responsibilities: Manage a team of engineers and specialists from proposal and budgeting, through design and installation, to training and commissioning of project concept

Project Manager Location: Maidstone Outskirts Contract Type: 18 months FTC Salary: £Great + bens - Join a global leader in manufacturing - Manage complex medium to large capital projects in a continuous operating facility - Competitive salary, private medical cover, and company pension (6% employer contribution) - Opportunities for quick career progression and continuous improvement Our client, a trusted partner to companies across the world, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the execution of the strategic plan. In this role, you will have the opportunity to implement complex medium to large capital projects in a safe, compliant, and professional manner. Position Overview As a Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing a team of engineers and specialists to deliver high-quality projects on time, without impacting production. You will be responsible for project proposals, budgeting, design, installation, training, and commissioning, ensuring adherence to world-class health and safety practices throughout the project lifecycle. Re

Project Manager Location: Maidstone Outskirts Contract Type: 18 months FTC Salary: £Great + bens - Join a global leader in manufacturing - Manage complex medium to large capital projects in a continuous operating facility - Competitive salary, private medical cover, and company pension (6% employer contribution) - Opportunities for quick career progression and continuous improvement

Hays Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Fettling Night Operative for our client based in the Medway Towns area. This is a full-time position for the successful candidate. Monday to Thursday 6am-6pm (46 hours per week) Job Duties Include: - Processing of parts in accordance with the relevant Technique card and Works Instruction. - Fettling of castings using compressed air-driven han grinding tools - Manual Handling - Moving boxes of castings around the factory The post holder may also be required to undertake the following tasks on occasion: - Linishing of castings using an upright linishing machine - Etching of castings through the use of a compressed air-driven vibro-etching tool - Shot blasting of castings using aluminium grit - Band-saw operation Health and Safety * Correct use of PPE at all times * Knowledge of chemicals used as stipulated in the departments' COSHH assessment and Material Safety Data Sheets Clear understanding and awareness of the relevant Risk Assessments If you are available and currently looking for work, please contact Paul o

Hays Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Fettling Night Operative for our client based in the Medway Towns area. This is a full-time position for the successful candidate. Monday to Thursday 6am-6pm (46 hours per week) Job Duties Include: - Processing of parts in accordance with the relevant Technique card and Works Instruction. - Fettling of castings using compressed air-driven han

On behalf of our long standing client, we are recruiting a Maintenance Technician to join the facilities/ maintenance team on a permanent basis. You will be working 08.00-16.30, Monday-Thursday and 08.00-15.30 Friday. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will have some health and safety knowledge and ideally you will have previously worked in a manufacturing environment. You will e supporting the manufacturing operations by ensuring the upkeep, maintenance, and functionality of the plant's physical infrastructure and respond promptly to facility-related service requests, resolving issues efficiently, ensuring compliance with all health and safety/environmental regulatory requirements. Duties & Responsibilities: * Assisting and liaising with on-site contractors, ensuring proper site inductions and compliance with relevant health and safety/regulatory requirements * Attending site emergencies * Assisting the maintenance team by resolving routine plumbing issues and general site maintenance-such as painting. * Ensuring walkways are safe and in good order, deali

On behalf of our long standing client, we are recruiting a Maintenance Technician to join the facilities/ maintenance team on a permanent basis. You will be working 08.00-16.30, Monday-Thursday and 08.00-15.30 Friday. Reporting to the Health and Safety Manager, you will have some health and safety knowledge and ideally you will have previously worked in a manufacturing environment. You will

Senior Buyer - Maternity Cover Snodland £Neg plus bonus and benefits Our client, a world-renowned provider of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an 18-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company dedicated to creating efficient and scalable solutions that address complex challenges across a range of industr es. Responsibilities: - Day-to-day management of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals & PDP's. - Assist in the implementation of a category management approach. - Support with any site-specific requirements or group purchasing instructions as may be required from time to time. - Manage the re-order points for spare parts, investigate and liaise with Engineering to ensure correct stock quantities are maintained of suitable spares - Manage consignment stocks ensuring all settlements are carried out on a monthly cycle. - Manage the creation of material master data in SAP for spare parts - Source non-stock engineering parts - Record all cost savings in a departmental spreadsheet

Senior Buyer - Maternity Cover Snodland £Neg plus bonus and benefits Our client, a world-renowned provider of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an 18-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company dedicated to creating efficient and scalable solutions that address complex challenges across a range of industr

Maintenance Plumber Location: Maidstone Outskirts Salary £41,818 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company, in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you being part of the Public Sector and as a government emplo ee you can be assured of job security and stability. Your new role The role is for a Level 3 Plumber/ Mechanical Engineer for the undertaking of planned and reactive service and maintenance, breakdown and fault finding and repair tasks on a range of electrical and mechanical services throughout the estate. To undertake survey inspections for quality control purposes including in confined spaces and at height, recording all work and completing associated register logs. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a positive and "can-do" attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This role wil

Maintenance Plumber Location: Maidstone Outskirts Salary £41,818 per annum Your new company Hays are proudly working with Gov Facility Services Ltd, a non-profit company, in conjunction with the HM Prison Service. The company provide the facilities management services to 50 prisons across the South and East. The role will see you being part of the Public Sector and as a government emplo

We are currently recruiting a Factory Operative to work within an engineering company to work nights on a permanent basis in the Medway area. You will have used small hand tools and be happy working in an industrialised environment. Your main duties will include: * Processing of parts as instructed * Filing of castings/moulded parts using hand grinding tools * Shot blasting * Manual H ndling * Moving boxes of castings around the factory and general housekeeping * Completing the relevant job cards You will be working 46 hours per week, 6.00pm to 6.00am, Monday to Thursday, however, initially you will be working the day shift for training purposes, 6.00am to 6.00pm, Monday to Thursday. £12.36 per hourly rate whilst training on days. £14.21 per hour after training for night shift. Previous factory/manufacturing experience would be advantageous however not essential as full training will be provided. The company offers free parking and opportunities for career advancement. If this is the role for you, apply today!

We are currently recruiting a Factory Operative to work within an engineering company to work nights on a permanent basis in the Medway area. You will have used small hand tools and be happy working in an industrialised environment. Your main duties will include: * Processing of parts as instructed * Filing of castings/moulded parts using hand grinding tools * Shot blasting * Manual H

Job Ref: 4554800 Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Maidstone Start: May / June 2024 Project: Large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone We currently have a vacancy for a Site Engineer for a large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4554800 in the subject of the email. For more information on this vacancy, please contact Richard Pitcher on 07842780205 and quote job reference number 4554800 Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Ref: 4554800 Job Title: Site Engineer Location: Maidstone Start: May / June 2024 Project: Large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone We currently have a vacancy for a Site Engineer for a large scale steel-framed commercial development in Maidstone To apply for this role, please email your CV quoting job reference number 4554800 in the subject of the email.

Up to £48,000 per annum Monday to Thursdays 8am - 4pm and Fridays 8am - 2pm Aylesford 25-day holiday plus Bank Holiday Work Pension Hays Recruitment are seeking an experienced Engineering Team leader in manufacturing for our client in Kent. This role is to lead the Engineering Team's activities to maintain and improve the reliability of the process. We are looking for someone who as worked in manufacturing before and has a proven track record. Outline of key Responsibilities: * Utilisation of the engineering team to carry out planned, scheduled and unplanned maintenance. * Support/advise the Engineering Co-ordinator on the final planning of the Engineering Work Schedule. * Plan engineering work prior to scheduling. * Agree Maintenance plan with Production Planning. * Follow the agreed schedule to complete planned engineering work. * Attend daily production meetings. * Day to day resource management - holidays/sickness/timekeeping * Review and ensure company CMMS asset data is maintained. * Seek out opportunities to improve efficiencies in enginee

Up to £48,000 per annum Monday to Thursdays 8am - 4pm and Fridays 8am - 2pm Aylesford 25-day holiday plus Bank Holiday Work Pension Hays Recruitment are seeking an experienced Engineering Team leader in manufacturing for our client in Kent. This role is to lead the Engineering Team's activities to maintain and improve the reliability of the process. We are looking for someone who