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Are you a skilled Vehicle Technician / Automotive Mechanic looking for your next step? Our client — a busy, successful main dealer in Dartford— is growing and they’re on the lookout for a confident, experienced Technician to join their aftersales team. Whether you’ve been working as a Mechanic, Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician or within a prestige workshop environment, this role offers genuine progression with routes into Workshop Controller, Assistant Manager and Garage Manager positions. Salary: £41,500 - £60,000 OTE (uncapped earnings + benefits) Hours: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5pm + Saturday Rota Why you’ll love this role • Company Pension, • Life Insurance, • 33 Days Annual leave, • Employee Discounts, • Work with a respected brand, • Clear training and development pathway — including management options, • Supportive team and structured workshop environment, • High-quality facilities and equipment, • A chance to build a long-term career within a thriving dealership What you’ll be doing (and doing brilliantly) • Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs to the highest manufacturer standards, • Working efficiently to manufacturer-set timings to maintain productivity, • Completing accurate diagnostic reports and docume...

Stride Recruitment are urgently recruiting for a Handyman or Maintenance Assistant to assist with general maintenance and handyman duties on-site across the Darent Valley Hospital estates in Dartford, DA2 8DA on an Ongoing Contract or Temp-to-Perm basis. Type of work: Handyman Ongoing Fixed-Contract with potential to go permanent after 12 weeks. Location: Darent Valley Hospital, DA2 8DA. Rates: From £16.91 per hour up to 37.5 hour week, all hours over 37.5 per week paid at time and a half. Sundays and Bank Holidays Double pay. Start: Immediate interviews & start dates available. PAYE OR CIS. Weekly pay. Duties and Role: · Working within a team and independently when required adhering to safety protocols and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary · Time-served Handyman or Maintenance Engineer · Building services maintenance - Ensuring the Hospital runs smoothly by covering all reactive and planned maintenance tasks like but not specific to - Fixing sinks, Attaching HSE and Department signage, Unblocking drainage, Building Services checks and department refurbishments. · All aspects of building maintenance and handyman duties · Good communication and customer service skills · Health & Safety awareness and safe working The role is offering long term security as well as being easily accessible via public transport and having on site parking, previous expe...

Part-Time School Caretaker - Gravesend Location: Gravesend Hours: Monday to Friday, Part-Time (20 Hours Per Week) Pay: £15+ per hour Academics Ltd is currently seeking a reliable, proactive, and hardworking School Caretaker to join a welcoming and supportive school in Gravesend. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Caretaker or facilities professional looking for a long-term role within a thriving educational environment. As a Caretaker, you will play a vital role in ensuring the school premises remain safe, secure, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and visitors. Key Responsibilities Opening and securing the school premises each day Carrying out basic maintenance, repairs, and general handyman duties Undertaking routine health and safety inspections across the site Ensuring school buildings and grounds are safe, tidy, and well-maintained Setting up classrooms, halls, and other areas for school events and activities Monitoring site security and reporting maintenance concerns promptly Supporting with deliveries, contractor visits, and site access arrangements Assisting with the day-to-day upkeep of school facilities and equipment The Ideal Candidate Will Have Previous experience as a School Caretaker, Site Manager, Facilities Assistant, Maintenance Operative, or in a similar role Good practical maintenance, repair, and DIY skills A strong understanding of health and safety responsibiliti...

The Premises Assistant will maintain the school's safety, cleanliness, and security through maintenance, repairs, and event setup.

HGV Drainage Engineer £48,100 plus overtime at time and a half Dartford & Surrounding areas Full Time | Permanent | 50 Hours per week. Are you an experienced HGV Drainage Engineer? Are you looking to join an industry leading expert? Attega Group is currently partnering exclusively with our client in recruiting a HGV Drainage Engineer to join the team. The main purpose of this role is to operate a tanker, visiting various client sites, including industrial estates, retail parks, shopping centres, and office buildings to conduct drainage works for both planned maintenance and emergency response. In return, our client offers a basic salary of £48,100 per annum, Overtime at time and a half along with an attractive benefits package. This is a full-time, permanent role. Flexibility is key to success in this role, as you will need to accommodate nights and early morning starts (e.g., start times - 6pm, 8pm, 10pm, 2am) and occasional overnight stays away from home. We take care of your accommodation expenses during these trips and provide you with a budget for meals as well as a stay away bonus. Key duties: Operating a HGV tanker to carry out pre-planned maintenance works. Maintaining the vehicle and equipment to the best condition. Vacuum tanker operations and wastewater management. Adhering to all health and safety policies at all times, following safety protocols for HGV drainage tanker operation Working with an assistant, ensuring all information is fed back correctly to the office. Supporting the CCTV & Drainage teams supporting and facilitating Surveys, inspections and detailed investigation works. The ideal candidate: A minimum of 12 months experience in the drainage industry. Class 2 license minimum. Valid CPC. Problem solving and attention to detail is a must What you can expect from us: Full-time position with ample overtime opportunities Potential to earn £60K through overtime 24/7 worldwide personal accident insurance Company pension scheme Additional bonus payments for on-call weekends Stay away bonus £25 per day + £25 per day food allowance Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Company pension Referral programme Experience: HGV Drainage: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person

Drainage Assistant (Driver Required) Location: Gravesend Salary: £30-32k (depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Nights 3pm-1am Monday to friday About the Role We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Drainage Assistant to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role supporting drainage engineers with a variety of drainage maintenance, repair, and inspection works across domestic, commercial, and industrial sites. A full UK driving licence is essential, as you will be required to drive company vehicles to and from customer sites. No previous drainage experience is necessary if you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, as full training can be provided. What You'll Be Doing Driving company vehicles safely to customer sites. Assisting drainage engineers with drainage maintenance, repairs, and unblocking. Supporting CCTV drain surveys and high-pressure water jetting operations. Loading and unloading tools, equipment, and materials. Setting up work areas safely and following all health and safety procedures. Maintaining company vehicles, tools, and equipment. Completing basic paperwork and vehicle checks. Providing excellent customer service while representing the company professionally. What We're Looking For Essential Full UK driving licence. Reliable, punctual, and hardworking. Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Good communication skills. Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Ability to work well as part of a team. Desirable (but not essential) Previous drainage, construction, utilities, or groundwork experience. High-pressure water jetting experience. Confined Space or Street Works qualifications. What We Offer Competitive pay. Full training and opportunities for career progression. Company vehicle while at work. Company uniform and PPE provided. Overtime opportunities. Supportive team environment. Permanent, full-time employment. Holiday entitlement and pension scheme. Working Hours Monday to Friday 3pm-1am Night Shift, with overtime available

Assistant Factory Manager Location: Dartford, Kent Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm Work Pattern: Fully Factory-Based The Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Factory Manager to support the Factory Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing facility in Dartford. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational efficiency. You will play a key part in supervising production teams, driving continuous improvement, and supporting the smooth running of factory operations. Key Responsibilities Production & Operations Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring daily production activities. Ensure production targets, KPIs, and delivery schedules are consistently achieved. Monitor workflow and identify opportunities to improve efficiency. Support process improvements and lean manufacturing initiatives. Team Leadership Supervise production staff, team leaders, and supervisors. Assist with recruitment, training, and development of factory personnel. Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching and support. Promote a positive, productive, and safety-focused working environment. Health & Safety Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company procedures. Carry out safety audits, risk assessments, and toolbox talks. Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions where required. Maintain a strong health and safety culture across the factory. Quality & Compliance Work closely with the Quality team to maintain product standards. Ensure adherence to company quality systems and procedures. Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement activities. Help reduce defects and improve overall product quality. Maintenance & Continuous Improvement Support preventative maintenance schedules to minimise downtime. Liaise with engineering and maintenance teams regarding repairs and equipment performance. Drive continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, safety, and waste reduction. Assist with the implementation of new systems, processes, and technologies. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Minimum 5 years' experience within a manufacturing or production environment. Previous supervisory, team leader, or management experience. Strong leadership and people management skills. Good understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning. Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and best practice. Experience of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, or similar methodologies. Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. What We Offer No shift work or weekend working. Stable, full-time position. Opportunity to progress into a Factory Manager role. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Ongoing training and development opportunities. If you are an experienced manufacturing professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a growing and successful team. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Assistant Factory Manager Required - Dartford £38-40kpa My client based in Dartford are looking for an Assistant Factory Manager to support the Factory Manager in running efficient, safe and high-quality daily manufacturing operations. This includes supervising staff, coordinating across departments, and driving continuous improvement to consistently meet production and performance targets. Key Responsibilities • Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to ensure smooth operations, • Drive achievement of production targets, KPIs, and delivery schedules, • Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements to optimise workflow and efficiency Team Management • Lead and supervise production staff, team leaders, and shift supervisors, • Recruit, train, and develop factory personnel, conducting regular performance reviews, • Foster a positive, high-performance culture across the factory floor Health, Safety & Compliance • Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies, • Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and toolbox talks, • Investigate incidents and drive corrective actions Maintenance & Equipment • Plan preventive maintenance schedules to maximise efficiency and minimise downtime, • Liaise with engineering and maintenance teams to oversee repairs and upgrades Continuous Improvement • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S initiatives to drive operational improvements, • Identify opportunities to enhance productivity, quality, and safety across the operation Skills & Competencies • Proven leadership and people management capabilities with the ability to motivate and develop teams, • Strong organisational skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, • Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments, • Confident in using data and analysis to inform decisions and drive improvements, • Clear and effective communicator, able to engage with people at all levels, • Resilient and calm under pressure, with a consistent ability to meet deadlines Qualifications & Experience • Minimum 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or production environment, • Demonstrated experience in a supervisory or team leadership role, • Sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and best practices, • Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and their practical application Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Production output measured against set targets, • Quality defect and reject rates, • Health and safety metrics, including incident and near-miss rates, • Equipment downtime and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), • Labour productivity and operational efficiency, • Cost control, waste reduction, and resource utilisation This Assistant Factory Manager position is working Monday to Friday 8am - 4:30pm with a 1 hour lunch - Immediate start! Zoom Recruitment Services Ltd is a specialist agency supplying permanent, temporary and contract staff within Commercial, Logistics, Industrial & Manufacturing and Engineering sectors. We are also accredited members of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and follow professional and ethical working procedures