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Process Technician - Electrician Location: Tonbridge - Kent Region - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence. Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours Salary: Base pay ranges from £36,954.02 up to £44,344.09 per annum (depending on skills and experience) Benefits: • A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card, • Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage) About the role Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement. What you will be responsible for: • Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment., • Install new plant and equipment as required., • Respond to alarms and fault-find issues, fixing or escalating as needed., • Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures., • Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors., • Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly., • Participate in standby cover on a 1-in-6 rota basis. Additional Requirements: Standby cover required on a 1-in-6 rota basis. What you’ll bring to the role: Essential • Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates., • Full UK driving licence., • Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Desirable • Experience in water industry., • Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process., • Knowledge of health and safety legislation. Progression opportunities Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities. About Southern Water Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. "At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need." Our Commitment to Diversity We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Additional information: In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.

Real Estate/Commercial Property | Associate | Tunbridge Wells | 55-70k Join this prestigious regional firm as the newest Associate Solicitor in their Real Estate team, based in Tunbridge Wells. They’re after an experienced solicitor, well versed in all manner of commercial property matters, who could benefit from injecting some variety into their career in the form of a shiny new position within a first-tier ranked team. Working alongside a slew of partners and senior associates, you’ll form part of a large team that boasts a department head with an impressively long tenure, in addition to the benefit of a Professional Support Lawyer and other dedicated support staff. This Real Estate Associate Solicitor role will encompass: • Landlord & tenant, • Property portfolio management (PPM), • Corporate support, • Acquisitions and disposals Working with experts in their field, this is an opportunity to demonstrate the real estate knowledge you've carefully honed over the past years at a firm with a strong ethos of encouraging progression and innovation. This is the ideal place to build upon a prosperous legal career, providing Commercial Property expertise to loyal clients while building the firm's reputation and your own by conducting business development. For this Real Estate Associate Solicitor job, you will ideally have: • At least 4 years of post-qualification experience (as a UK-qualified Solicitor), • Proven experience within Real Estate matters at a reputable law firm We recognise there are several options in terms of legal qualification, from Solicitor to Legal Executive (CILEx). If you have a keen interest in this area and relevant experience, we encourage you to get in touch. Please note: This law firm would also consider someone at Senior Associate or Partner level (a following would be required for the latter). This firm is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Please get in touch if you have any questions concerning reasonable adjustments or diversity practices. Contact the Legal Team—Hayley Rose or Chloë—at Harvey John for more information about this Associate Solicitor job in Kent. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only, and was set by the agency. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of their diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

Residential Property | Solicitor, 1-4 PQE | Tunbridge Wells | 52k+ After years of work, you've chosen residential property as your specialism. Now you’re qualified and inundated with ideas of where to build upon the foundations of your career, but unsure where to begin your life as a Residential Property Solicitor. How about a leading regional firm in Kent? Become the newest member of this Legal 500-ranked firm’s residential property team and benefit from the wisdom of highly-ranked solicitors within their wider real estate offering. You will kick-start your career working with experts in their field at a firm rich with history and prestige. This firm is looking for a relatively junior Residential Property Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with up to four years of experience to join the ambitious team of real estate experts based in their Tunbridge Wells office. Situate yourself in a prime position to learn under the wing of a large number of partners and senior associates whose expertise will be invaluable to your development. As a firm with a strong ethos of encouraging progression and continuous improvement, this is the ideal place to build a prosperous legal career as a Residential Property Solicitor. Your job will be to help your clients navigate the landscape of residential property law under the guidance of legal experts, dealing with an array of matters while you hone your skills and build a solid foundation of property knowledge. You'll then have the opportunity to specialise within the sphere of residential property, once you’ve established the matters that bring you the most enjoyment and satisfaction. Ideally, you will have: • A genuine passion and drive to specialise in residential property, • Up to four years of experience working on residential property matters Have you qualified in the past few years? Get in touch! We'd love to hear from you. This company actively encourages equality of opportunity and promotes respect for diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of its practice. Please get in touch if you have any questions regarding reasonable adjustments and accommodations. Contact the Legal Team - Hayley Rose or Chloë - at Harvey John for more information about this Residential Property Solicitor job in Kent. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.

A long established land developer is seeking an In-House Conveyancing Solicitor/Legal Executive to join their expanding business due to continued success. You will work alongside highly regarded lawyers who have superb backgrounds and are extremely skilled in property development work; many of which have private practice or in-house background previously and are now enjoying the culture difference that this company offers alongside their stellar benefits package. Benefits will include: • Generous pension contributions, • Private health care coverage, • Mental health and wellbeing support, • Above‑market holiday allowance, • Paid volunteering days, • Hybrid working arrangement, • Regular performance bonuses, • On‑site parking, • Discounts for shopping and retail, • Reduced‑rate gym memberships The business is consistently generating more and more work and has had strong and steady growth over the past few years, increasing their headcount by circa 5% year on year. This coming year will be no different and they will continue to build on the past successes. Your workload will include: • Managing plot sales from instruction to completion., • Liaising with the in-house sales, commercial, and management teams., • Be interested in developing your career further to eventually manage a team and help grow the business further. The successful applicant will have the following background: • Managing a caseload of plot sales/new build matters., • Be 2 years or more qualified (PQE) as a solicitor or legal executive., • Either private practice or in-house., • Those with commercial attitudes and pragmatic minds will go far in this role and business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious conveyancer in Surrey to join a well known property company and enjoy the work-life balance of working in-house with all the added benefits above plus benefit from strong progression opportunities. Apply today. For any questions, please call Zac Marshall at G2 Legal.

Please note this is a Recruitment Delivery Consultant role- all live roles, no BD. (within an agency) Salary £27K to £30K plus commission making OTE approx £40K in year 1 My client, a high billing boutique specialist agency in Tunbridge Wells are looking for an experienced Recruiter to join their team as a Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant. * You might be a Recruitment Resourcer than has done Perm in most industries that wants to move into a more senior role. * You could be a 360 recruitment Consultant that wants to move to a more candidate focused role * You could also be a Recruitment Delivery consultant or Recruitment Account Manager The role * Assisting the Director on candidate side of the process on professional roles. Sourcing proactively on LinkedIn and headhunting. Then managing the candidate side of the interview process. Working in a two man team to fill senior level positions. * Working full process on active live roles of £50-60K level. Managing whole process with existing clients alone to free the Director up to focus on Senior market. 12 plus roles at a time available to work on. * Going to London to meet clients a couple of days a week alongside the Director * Working with Senior candidates that the Director sourcers to help secure them a role within previous/past clients of the agency. Contacting existing client base to sell the candidate in. Earning Potential ...

We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin their career through an Operational Data Administrator Apprenticeship . This role provides structured training, valuable on the job experience, and the chance to develop skills that will set you up for long-term success. At Portakabin, we provide modular buildings for hire and sale for organisations of any size, in sectors ranging from manufacturing, education and health to transport, utilities and construction. We’re on the search for a highly motivated apprentice to join our join our GB Hire team in Lingfield. If you’re an ambitious and hardworking self-starter, who is looking to earn while you learn, then we want to hear from you. As an Operational Data Administrator at Portakabin , you will be based at our Lingfield Hire and Service Centre. You remit will be to effectively provide the administrative and data support across our service teams. You will help with the delivery and management of service tasks, including organising information, maintaining accurate data, supporting daily operations, and assisting with reporting. A key part of the role is learning how to help monitor costs and programme deadlines, ensuring that work is always delivered efficiently and professionally at all times. This is a hands on role where you will gain experience in both data handling and business administration while contributing to the smooth running of our services. Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey. Your 2-year apprenticeship will be delivered through a blended learning approach supported by our learning provider, QA. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your professional development as a priority. Role Details: • Annual Salary - £19,000, • Role based: Lingfield Hire and Service Centre, Surrey, RH7 6HN, • Contract type: 36.25 Hours Per Week, • Annual leave of 25 days per annum plus bank holidays Daily Tasks • Assist in analysing data to help identify inefficiencies in service areas, including labour costs, cranage and energy usage ., • Report on rectification trends to enable our teams to proactively maintain our building fleet., • Update SAP Records: Accurately input operative labour hours Refurbishment and Fitout costs are up to date., • Manage Job Documentation: Organise and archive "Job Packs," drawings, and building layouts., • Coordinate Rectifications: Log and track rectifications, ensuring information is captured for quality reporting., • Monitor the transport log communicate building movements and any changes to the team, • Financial Admin: Raise and close Service orders, Monitor Planned vs Actual spend and highlight any issues., • Facility Coordination: Manage essential office tasks, including stationery ordering, canteen supplies, and booking travel or accommodation for the team., • Team Support: Assist with holiday tracking, training logs, and payroll data entry into the company Hub., • Safety Reporting: Record "Don't Walk By" (DWB) safety observations and assist in maintaining the Hire Centre Health & Safety board., • Equipment Compliance: Update and monitor records for PAT testing, forklift (FLT) inspections, and lifting equipment certs., • Excel Reporting: Use MS Excel to create simple tables and reports on service activity, labour trends. What we’re looking for…. • 5 GCSEs including Maths and English at Grade 4 or above (A-C) - Please add your grades to your CV before applying, • A candidate with a positive attitude and a real desire to learn, • Fantastic communication skills – both in person and virtually!, • A strong understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, • Excellent organisation. planning skills and attention to detail We truly believe that we put our people at the heart of everything we do, and you will have the job security and development opportunities that are rare in the current climate, so why not join us, and be a part of our continuing growth and success? With exciting future ambitions, we couldn’t think of a better time for you to join us! Apply… If interested, please submit your application as early as possible, applications will be reviewed on receipt. Important Dates: Closing Date - Monday, 13 April Interviews: Commencing April - You will be contacted for in person interviews. Offers issued: Mid-May NOTE: If we receive a high volume of applications for a role, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than scheduled. • A range of dedicated health and wellbeing services, • Employee Assistance Program, • A chance to give back to your community with an annual Volunteering Day Off, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Benefits Program (Discounts at 100s of shops, gyms, restaurants and even holidays!)

The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: ___ and ___. The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts – we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world. Prior to commencing your application , ___. Apprenticeship Scheme, Fixed Term Contract (2 years) Archives Assistant Apprentice Starting September 2026 Salary: £25,396.80 for 40hrs per week Based in: Covent Garden, London We are one of the busiest theatres in the world, delivering more than 400 performances each year and our backstage teams are some of the best theatre craftspeople in the world. We want to encourage fresh, passionate new talent into the building and our apprenticeship scheme plays a big part in that! An apprenticeship gives you the practical skills and knowledge that will underpin your professional development and access to a network of people who can guide and support you during your career. What our apprentices say: "It has taught me invaluable on-the-job experience to start my career in a unique job role." The role is on a fixed-term contract for 2 years, full-time (40 hours per week) and based at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. During the Apprenticeship you will work at RBO and study alongside with the College Training Provider, WAES. You will study for a Level 3 Library, Information and Archive Services Assistant Apprenticeship Standard. Will I be paid? Yes! You will earn National Living Wage which will increase by 2.5% after successfully completing the first year. Apprentices are expected to use this to pay for their own travel to work and college. College fees will also be paid by the Royal Ballet and Opera. Am I eligible? • You must be 18 years old or over by 7th September 2026., • You must have work authorisation for the UK., • You must have been ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom for at least the past three consecutive years prior to the start of the programme. This is a mandatory requirement in line with apprenticeship funding regulations., • You must not have completed a degree or equivalent level qualification in the UK or elsewhere, regardless of subject., • You must not have experience (over six months) of working professionally in an archival setting or in an equivalent role as your skill level will be above the apprenticeship level. How to apply: To apply, please click on `Apply' and answer the application questions outlining how your experience demonstrates the essential criteria in the job description. Download and read the ___, as well as the full ___, it includes some handy guidance for submitting your application. The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means that we are actively working to ensure that candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will endeavour to offer an interview to candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role, though sometimes due to the volume of qualified candidates with declarations this is not possible. If you have any questions, please contact the Apprenticeships Team via . You can also contact us if you have any access needs for making an application. For a list of potential reasonable adjustments, ___ Please note we will provide questions in advance for first round apprenticeship interviews. For further information, you can also take a look at the Apprenticeship page on our website here: Closing date for applications: 11:59pm, Sunday 5th April 2026. The RBO is also committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people, and adults and we implement robust safer recruitment practices. Due to our safeguarding promise, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check before commencing employment with us, which will be indicated in the advertising. To ensure a fair process, late applications will not be considered under any circumstances. Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.

he Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: ___ and ___. The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts – we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world. Prior to commencing your application , ___. The Estates Business Services Team are looking for a new Office Assistant Apprentice to support them in providing services for one of the most iconic buildings in the world. Ideal for someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys helping teams operate efficiently. If you’re confident with communication, planning and learning new systems, this role offers a strong foundation for an office-based career. You’ll contribute to the smooth running of a large arts organisation and its building. Apprenticeship Scheme, Fixed Term Contract (2 years) Estates Business Services Office Assistant Apprentice Starting September 2026 Salary: £25,396.80 for 40hrs per week Based in: Covent Garden, London We are one of the busiest theatres in the world, delivering more than 400 performances each year and our backstage teams are some of the best theatre craftspeople in the world. We want to encourage fresh, passionate new talent into the building and our apprenticeship scheme plays a big part in that! An apprenticeship gives you the practical skills and knowledge that will underpin your professional development and access to a network of people who can guide and support you during your career. What our apprentices say: "It has taught me invaluable on-the-job experience to start my career in a unique job role." The role is on a fixed-term contract for 2 years, full-time (40 hours per week) and based at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. During the Apprenticeship you will work at RBO and study alongside with the College Training Provider for a ___. Will I be paid? Yes! You will earn National Living Wage which will increase by 2.5% after successfully completing the first year. Apprentices are expected to use this to pay for their own travel to work and college. College fees will also be paid by the Royal Ballet and Opera. Am I eligible? • You must be 18 years old or over by 7th September 2026., • You must have work authorisation for the UK., • You must have been ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom for at least the past three consecutive years prior to the start of the programme. This is a mandatory requirement in line with apprenticeship funding regulations., • You must not have completed a degree or equivalent level qualification in the UK or elsewhere, regardless of subject., • You must not have experience (over six months) of working professionally in an equivalent role as your skill level will be above the apprenticeship level. How to apply: To apply, please click on `Apply' and answer the application questions outlining how your experience demonstrates the essential criteria in the job description. Download and read the ___, as well as the full ___, it includes some handy guidance for submitting your application. The Royal Ballet and Opera is one of the UK’s leading arts organisations and our aim is to inspire imagination, ignite emotion and make the extraordinary for everyone. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion underpin all that we do. We want our people to be representative of the diversity in the UK. We understand the creativity and innovation that diversity can bring and strive to create an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and skills to join our teams. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means that we are actively working to ensure that candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will endeavour to offer an interview to candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role, though sometimes due to the volume of qualified candidates with declarations this is not possible. If you have any questions, please contact the Apprenticeships Team via . You can also contact us if you have any access needs for making an application. For a list of potential reasonable adjustments, ___ Please note we will provide questions in advance for first round apprenticeship interviews. For further information, you can also take a look at the Apprenticeship page on our website here: Closing date for applications: 11:59pm, Sunday 19th April 2026. The RBO is also committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people, and adults and we implement robust safer recruitment practices. Due to our safeguarding promise, certain roles will be subject to a DBS check before commencing employment with us, which will be indicated in the advertising. To ensure a fair process, late applications will not be considered under any circumstances. Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.

A growing and established accountancy firm based in Kent is looking to recruit an Bookkeeper. The firm has gone through a number of mergers and acquisitions over the past 12 months and they are needing some support at the day to day bookkeeping level. They separate themselves from others with their personalised approach and strong client relationships, the firm supports a wide range of businesses and individuals with core services such as audit, accounts, and tax. • VAT preparation, • Experience to management accounts preparation, • Bank Reconciliations, • Experience managing general expenses, payables and receivables, • Proven experience in a bookkeeping role, • Confidence working independently in a fast-paced environment

Unique Role; we are looking for a Business Development Manager and our client would like to employ someone who comes from a technical recruitment background because they value the skills and knowledge someone like that has. The role involves maintaining and intelligently managing existing clients. It is a rare professional position and an opportunity for a recruiter to take their skills in a different direction. This is a role intelligently managing existing clients and client networks, the position has superb potential and you will not be any cold calling. As Business Development manager the role will require regular travel into London, as well as working from our clients office in Tunbridge Wells. We are looking for someone within easy travelling distance of Tunbridge Wells for this position and be able to travel into meetings in central London. Our client is a Mechanical and Electrical Building Services construction contractor who carry out construction project work for major developers, construction companies, facilities management companies and the NHS. An exceptional and interesting employer, they are looking for a technically-minded relationship manager who can maintain and develop their business contacts. Our client is slightly open minded but require sales experience, knowledge of the construction sector and an ability to develop and maintain lasting business relationships. They think a recruiter with a technical recruitment background would be a perfect match. The role will involve maintaining contact with buyers, contract managers and engineers, building on successful past project work and ensuring the company is well placed to tender for future contracts. This is not a cold call or hard sell role- we are looking for someone who can think long-term and maintain the existing network built up over many years, as the director responsible for this work at present leans into another part of the business. We need someone intelligent who takes an interest in the work the company does and uses that knowledge effectively. Possible opportunity to extend the role into Project Management. Part time applicants may also be considered. Any knowledge of the Facilities Management market especially useful. Excellent potential, negotiable good bonus structure. Very friendly team

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for Recovery Workers who have experience of working with a Substance Misuse caseloads. The role that we currently have available is working within a Substance misuse charity, in the West Kent area. The position will include managing a caseload of clients whom of which have Substance Misuse backgrounds. You will be required to provide support to service users from initial contact with the service throughout their treatment and recovery journey, also implement tailored interventions aimed at reducing the harm caused by opiate use, either through group sessions of 1:1 engagement. Initially the role is 3 months, working full time - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, but is expected to extend past this initial period.. We also have other various Substance Misuse/Criminal Justice roles in the area. Please contact Daniel Baker at Belmont Recruitment for more information or apply. Benefits of working with Belmont Recruitment; • Single point of contact consultant., • 24h support., • Regular communication updates., • Referal Benefit Scheme

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on the executive leadership of a highly respected and effective charity working within and around Cambridge.Join a charity that aims to protect, enhance and celebrate the landscape, heritage and nature that make Cambridge a special place, for today and

A local environmental charity in Cambridge is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to take on executive leadership.In this role, you will be responsible for protecting and enhancing the landscapes and heritage of the area.The ideal candidate should possess leadership experience, excellent communication