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ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Chatham Salary: £48,000 Shift: Chatham Job Role of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer A fantastic opportunity which is not to be missed by strong Maintenance Engineer has come to the forefront. This is going to be any engineer's dream to work in this state-of-the-art, fully automated, fast-paced factory. They have rece... TLNT1_UKTJ

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 This is an opportunity to join one of the South East’s fastest growing food manufacturers at an exciting stage of expansion. Supplying leading brands and major retailers, the business is known for its pace, innovation and people first culture, with a strong focus on development and progression. As part of continued growth, a newly created Quality Technologist role has been introduced to strengthen the on-site quality presence. This is a hands-on position with real involvement in day-to-day factory operations, offering excellent visibility and the chance to make a tangible impact. This role would suit someone who enjoys being close to the product and the process, combining shop floor quality activities with systems and technical responsibilities. What You’ll Be Doing Be a visible quality presence on the factory floor, supporting standards and driving best practice Carry out quality checks, inspections and audits to ensure compliance with internal and customer standards Support and maintain the Quality Management System, including documentation and record keeping Investigate customer complaints, carrying out root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions Work closely with production teams to drive continuous improvement in quality and food safety Ensure site compliance with BRC standards and support audit preparation and ...

Packing OperativesWe are recruiting reliable Packing Operatives to join a busy packing team. This role is ideal for candidates with factory or warehouse experience who are looking for extra hours in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities • Accurately pick, pack and label products to specified requirements, • Inspect items for quality and report any defects, • Operate basic packing machinery where required, • Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area, • Meet daily productivity and quality targets, • Previous factory or warehouse experience is essential, • Good attention to detail and ability to follow instructions, • Physically fit and able to stand for long periods, lift and move boxes, • Reliable, punctual and a strong team player, • Full-time and part-time hours available

Panel Beater OTE:£60,000 Panel Beater Details Basic Salary:£45,000 - £50,000 Working Hours:Monday to Friday 8am - 5.30pm Location:Gillingham Talented and efficient Panel Beater to join this leading team. For this Panel Beater role, you will be repairing damaged vehicles in line with the manufacturers' specifications within a state-of-the-art Bodyshop, utilising modern equipment and techniques. Responsibilities of a Panel Beater ·Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre ·Follow the correct repair techniques and produce work in line with factory specifications and customer satisfaction Skills and Qualifications of a Panel Beater ·You will have served a recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater and gained a technical qualification (such as NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA). ·You must have previous experience working as a Panel Beater within a busy body shop and be a strong team player with a self-motivation to earn bonus hours. ·You will work to the highest standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques. If you think you are a good fit for this Panel Beater role, please contact Andy @ Auto Skills and state reference job number 52913 As well as this Panel Beater role, Auto Skills UK is recognized as the leading provider of temporary and permanent staffing ...

ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Engineer Location: Chatham Salary: £48,000 Shift: Chatham Job Role of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer A fantastic opportunity which is not to be missed by strong Maintenance Engineer has come to the forefront. This is going to be any engineer’s dream to work in this state-of-the-art, fully automated, fast-paced factory. They have recently invested into the site and it's a great place to work for any maintenance engineer who wants to develop their career both technically and/or into management. You will be responsible for carrying out electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and planned preventative maintenance on a range of fully automated production machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency. Sector – Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Electrical Maintenance Engineer Electrical maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. Hands on experience with pre-planned, reactive and breakdown maintenance in fast paced industrial factory. Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer Hands-on electrical fault-finding experience. Recognised electrical engineering qualification. Experience working within a manufacturing environment. Desirable Requirements for ...

MULTI-SKILLED MAINTENANCE ENGINEER Job Title: Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Location: Wainscott Salary: £50,000 Shift: Days (Mon-Fri) Job Role of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer. A great opportunity has come to market for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a company that consistently invests in its site, equipment, and engineering infrastructure, ensuring engineers can work with reliable machinery and modern systems. Over the last few years, the company has seen some significant growth which has led to the introduction of new lines and new infrastructure. The company want to keep investing into both the site and engineers to keep up with the success and growth of the business. You will be responsible for both electrical and mechanical maintenance, responding to breakdowns, completing planned preventative maintenance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across site machinery. Sector - Factory Maintenance Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Multi-skilled maintenance experience within an industrial manufacturing environment. Engineering Qualification Requirements for the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer Previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in the UK. Electrical or mechanical exp...

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assembly Operative to join a growing team on a temporary basis in the Medway area, with immediate start available. The hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8.00am to 4.30pm and 8.00am to 3.30pm on Fridays. You will have good ability to perform tasks requiring precision and accuracy and ideally a background in manufacturing or factory work. However, full training will be provided, so if you're keen to learn and have a great work ethic, we want to hear from you! Key Details: Temporary ongoing position Full training provided Great working hours Opportunity for a permanent role for the right candidateIf you're reliable, hardworking, and ready to get started right away, apply now...

Role: Electrical Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer Location: Burham (WSW) Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 + Package (DOE) Industry: Water / Wastewater Positions: 2 Overview Are you an Electrical Project Engineer with experience in the water or wastewater sector? Do you want to join a market-leading business that encourages innovative thinking and offers strong career development opportunities? My client is a contractor looking to strengthen their delivery team for the remainder of the AMP8 funding cycle, working on a major framework on behalf of Southern Water. The successful Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, construction teams, and subcontractors to ensure the successful on-site delivery of complex non-infrastructure projects within the water sector. These projects form part of a major clean water scheme, overseeing multiple work packages aimed at improving the quality and reliability of water distribution across the North Kent region. Requirements Due to the complexity of the projects, you must have: ·Experience as an Electrical Engineer (or similar) within the UK water sector, or ·A background in a process-driven industry (e.g. pharmaceuticals, oil & gas, etc.) You should also have: ·Experience across project delivery ·A basic understanding of reading and interpreting designs ·Experience in packaging works and coordinating with procurement, design teams, stakeholders, and subcontractors Responsibilities ·Outline engineering from project inception through to completion, utilising in-house resources and site teams ·Deliver multiple concurrent projects safely, on time, and within budget ·Liaise with client engineering and operations teams to ensure KPIs are met or exceeded ·Attend internal and external progress and review meetings ·Conduct site visits and meetings ·Establish preliminary and detailed design requirements and solutions ·Prepare estimates and quotations ·Complete contract documentation ·Manage site safety, health, and environmental requirements ·Coordinate with suppliers, specialist subcontractors, and internal teams ·Procure plant, materials, and specialist subcontractors ·Attend and support factory/site testing, commissioning, and client training ·Compile final documentation, including as-built drawings and O&M manuals ·Take responsibility for project profit and loss ·Manage variations and final accounts Package The successful candidate will receive: ·Company car or car allowance (up to £5,600 per annum) ·Matched pension contributions up to 10% ·25 days annual leave + bank holidays ·Private healthcare / medical insurance ·Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home)

Senior Technical Manager £85k-£95k plus package This is a Senior Technical Manager role with a difference. You will be working in a factory supplying top‑tier products to a unique range of customers. We need an experienced food technical expert who understands team leadership and development, working closely with commercially driven retail customers. A great opportunity for someone wanting to develop teams and operate with autonomy. More information on this Senior Technical Manager role: Developing the technical team and implementing a proactive approach to the technical agenda for the site. Working closely with the Senior Team, collaborating cross‑functionally. Being the main point of contact for major retail and other B2B customers for the site. Ensuring the technical team has the correct balance of skills in place to support the business. Planning and monitoring Technical KPIs, reviewing trends and taking the appropriate action. Heading up technical‑related projects for the business. Embedding an 'audit‑ready' culture. The business: Successful food manufacturer supplying a diverse range of customers. Longevity across the customer base. Quality and a real passion for product are at the core of this business. Team‑focused culture. Strong manufacturing capability. Long‑serving team members - a wealth of knowledge to draw on. This Senior Technical Manager role requires the following background: Technical Management experience in Food Manufacturing is essential. A Technical Manager with wider business capability and understanding across operations, supply chain and commercial. Proven achievements in the development and upskilling of teams. Current relationships and networks across the major retailers. Detailed understanding of retailer audits and the BRC audit process. A listener with the engagement and communication skills to motivate and drive a positive environment for the team. This is a demanding role, as are all senior technical roles in the food industry. It is an ideal next step for someone who can work with deadline‑driven challenges, make effective decisions, and encourage accountability and team inclusivity. There is a great team culture that can be harnessed and developed here, supported by an executive team with a wealth of knowledge and expertise for future development. For more information on this technical role and other opportunities in this discipline, please contact Sarah in the Novus Team