Total 13 Maintenance / Repair job vacancies in Maidstone, Kent, ME15 9XN

Mobile multi-trader wanted to cover Kent.
Van Supplied
£42,000 Salary

Must have a full driving licence as this is a mobile role
Hays Construction & Property is working in partnership with a maintenance contractor in Kent and is seeking an experienced Maintenance Multi-Trader. Having recently taken on additional contracts, they need to bolster and expand their maintenance team.

About the Role
Working to deliver the best quality service, carrying out responsive and planned repairs covering the whole of Kent, you'll undertake a variety of trade repairs and maintenance work to include plumbing, carpentry and electrical in the public sector. You'll receive and complete assigned tasks using a handheld device (full training), working efficiently and safely in line with the best practise to achieve excellent customer experience.

About You
Candidates will hold a City & Guilds qualification and have excellent knowledge of Health & Safety. Customers focused on experience of working in the public sector. We are looking for someone who has a passion for completing high-quality repairs on time, for the first time. Punctual, reliable and comfortable operating small hand-held plants such as drills and breakers.

You must hold a valid full UK driving licence for a minimum of 12 months as a company vehicle will be provided (work use only).

Benefits
26 days holiday plus bank holidays, company uniform, pension plan, accident cover, life assurance, company van (work use only) training and development, funded professional subscription, share save, Work Perks discount and offer scheme, extensive wellbeing benefits and resources including online advice, guides, counselling support, 24hr digital GP, cycle to work, paid voluntary work, enhanced family polices, and we will accommodate requests for flexible working where possible.



Hays Construction & Property can also offer excellent rates and positions for all trades. Please do not hesitate to forward our details or this position to a suitable trade person.

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Mobile Maintenance Electrician/Multi Trader

Mobile Maintenance Electrician Wanted Covering Kent and London

Mobile Maintenance Electrician
on going work - Temp to perm
on call required once gone perm
40k
Van supplied


Hays Construction & Property is working in partnership with one of the countries leading Facilities Management companies to identify an experienced, highly skilled and qualified Maintenance Electrician/Multi Trader.

Having recently taken on additional contracts they need to expand their maintenance team within the Kent and London area. You must be friendly, motivated, reliable and a hard-working individual, with a proven track record of working on similar projects within a similar industry sector.

You will have extensive knowledge, experience and qualifications in Electrical maintenance. You must also have a full clean UK driving licence.

Electrician will complete reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance across Domestic area's in the Kent and London region.

If you are a skilled and experienced Electrician with the ability and qualifications to complete all aspects of commercial reactive repairs and planned preventative maintenance and you have a full valid UK driving licence then do not hesitate to apply to this role. Hays Construction & Property can also offer excellent rates and positions to all trades, please do not hesitate to forward our details or this position on to suitable tradesmen/women. If you wish to register with Hays or wish to enquire about this role and or alternative Electrician opportunities within Kent and South East London.

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Electronics Technician

Job Description: Our client, based in Rochester, specialises in through-hole and SMT PCB assemblies, box build, and both in-house and subcontracted manufacturing. They are experiencing growth and seek an enthusiastic Electronics Technician to join their dynamic manufacturing team. This role involves fault finding, troubleshooting, rework, test station creation, and occasional low-volume assembly and prototyping.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues in electronic assemblies and finished products using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analysers, while interpreting schematics and assembly diagrams.

• Perform rework, modifications, and repairs on electronic assemblies and products in accordance with standards like IPC 7711/21, ensuring high attention to detail and manual dexterity.

• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to design, build, and document test stations for electronic assemblies, ensuring correct functioning, quality, and reliability.

• Train manufacturing staff on proper testing procedures and accurately document all work performed according to company procedures, maintaining high product quality standards.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including Health and Safety, electrical safety, and COSHH, and maintain experience within an ISO9001 quality system, with a strong focus on methodical problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in electronics and a relevant electronics qualification (e.g., HND or equivalent).
• At least two years' experience in a similar role.
• Current IPC qualification is desirable; training can be provided if needed.
• Experience working within an ISO9001 quality system is desirable.

Personality:

• Enthusiastic and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Methodical approach and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent manual dexterity and eye for detail.

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Job Title: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician

Location: Ramsgate
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technician to become part of our team. Your main responsibility will be to conduct Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant testing on various components, ensuring that all work complies with industry and company standards. You will also be tasked with maintaining equipment, managing testing materials, and assisting in the development of operational procedures. If you have a keen eye for detail and are committed to upholding stringent quality standards, we want to hear from you!

Main Duties:

• Carry out Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant inspections on components.
• Perform routine operational checks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Keep track of testing materials and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained.
• Ensure all testing equipment is well-maintained and functioning efficiently.
• Maintain an organised and clean workspace in line with 5S principles.
• Collaborate with the SOP Engineer to help develop and refine standard operating procedures.
• Assist with routine and preventative maintenance on machines when needed.
• Strictly follow all standard practices, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ensure compliance and internal quality requirements.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental protocols in the workplace.

Requirements:

• GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Qualification for Magnetic Particle Inspection.
• Qualification for Dye Penetrant Inspection.

Experience Needed:

• Hands-on experience working in an NDT environment.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting manufacturer manuals.

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Job Title: Metal Finishing Technician
Location: Ramsgate

Company Overview:
Join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the high-quality finishing of metal components. We're looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Metal Finishing Technician to help us maintain the standards expected in the aviation industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute daily operations in the Metal Finishing section, working under the guidance of the Metal Finishing Team Leader or Supervisor.
• Perform electroplating on a diverse range of aircraft components using processes including Cadmium, Nickel, Chrome, Silver, Tin, Copper, and Phosphate.
• Help monitor and manage stock levels of essential chemicals and consumables.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly quality control checks.
• Ensure the proper maintenance of plant equipment and uphold the 5S standard.
• Adhere to quality standards and company guidelines.
• Follow Environmental, Health, and Safety protocols, particularly in the plating bay.

Requirements:

• Experience in engineering or metal finishing (preferred).
• Previous aviation experience is highly desirable.
• Proficient in computer use.

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Surface Mount Assembly Technician/Operator

Location: Rochester

The role is to assist in the manufacture of a wide range of electronic assemblies within the production department to ensure goods are produced in a timely manner to meet customer deadlines.

The Job

• Assembly of small volume surface mount PCBs by hand including operation of our reflow oven
• Manufacture of cable assemblies
• Full operation of our pick and place machine including loading components
• Programming of the pick and place for new boards using a PC
• Helping with mechanical assembly of our products when required
• Liaising with the engineering team regarding production problems
• Ensuring the work environment is kept tidy and safe

The person

• Ability to hand solder. Knowledge of IPC-A-610 (best practice) and other standards in relation to the job. An IPC qualification is highly desirable, but not essential if you have appropriate experience. Please note that part of the selection process will include a practical test.
• Experience of the assembly of SMT PCBs to required standards
• Know about pick and place technology, PCB production and gerber files
• Understand manufacturing documents and follow specific instructions
• Experience of a professional manufacturing environment
• Seeking an educated individual comfortable with PC use and effective in staff communication.
• Ideal candidate should bring existing knowledge and skills to enhance our products.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. There is some flexibility to adjust the start and finish times each day within the current general opening hours of the business. These are currently 08.00 to 17.30.

Please note this position is only suitable for candidates who are already able to live and work in the UK without restriction.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trainee orthopaedic plaster technician at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is interested in a career within our plaster service. The successful applicant will need to have a good standard of education, excellent interpersonal skills, good manual dexterity and a desire to learn new skills.

Orthopaedic plaster technicians work in the field of Trauma & Orthopaedic Outpatients, Fracture Clinic, Accident & Emergency Departments and Operating Theatres. It is your job to apply casts to patients, at the doctor’s request following an accident, for elective orthopaedic conditions and following surgery. You will be expected to complete the British Orthopaedic Association Casting Course after a minimum of one year working in the plaster service. Following qualification the person will be expected to remain within the department for a minimum of one year.

If you feel you have the character to take on this exciting opportunity please apply for this role. Further information can be found about the British Casting Certificate (BCC) here

https://www.boa.ac.uk/learning-and-events/casting-courses.html



This is a developmental role and you will join the team as a trainee orthopaedic plaster technician. Following a minimum of one year working and learning within the plaster room you will be required to complete the British Casting Certificate (BCC). This certificate is validated by the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) and the Association of Orthopaedic Practitioners UK (AOP UK) and is supported by the Society of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing (SOTN) of the Royal College of Nursing. Once the qualification is completed successfully you will receive 60 credits either at Diploma Level 8 SCQF equivalent to Level 5 NQF, or Degree Level 9 SCQF equivalent to Level 6 NQF. The course/examination will be undertaken on a 5-week residential course held at Stanmore Orthopaedic Hospital, London. Completion of the qualification will enable you to work in the plaster service as a Band 4 Junior Qualified Orthopaedic Plaster Technician and then progress into more senior roles as they become available.

The qualified Orthopaedic Plaster Technician is a vital member of the healthcare team providing a service not just in Orthopaedics and Trauma but also Trust-wide across many different specialties. In a similar way to Orthotists and Physiotherapists, they interpret prescriptions from a wider multidisciplinary team, being able to discuss issues of care with other relevant Healthcare Professionals.



MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: 16th December 2024.




This advert closes on Tuesday 19 Nov 2024

Entry Level Packaging Technologist

Working for a global manufacturing business, this role will suit a candidate who is early in their science career and enjoys working in a hands-on capacity within a laboratory environment. A desire to develop a career in packaging science would be advantageous.

The role

• Conducting a range of scientific tests and experiments and following established protocols and guidelines which will involve laboratory experiments, test trials, and collecting data
• Creating thorough documentation detailing experimental procedures, results, and observations.
• Maintaining precise records of experimental protocols, data, and analysis methods
• Working closely with other teams, including Scientists, Engineers, and Technicians, to support research and development initiatives
• Communicating effectively to share findings, discuss results, and contribute to project objectives
• Working to optimise testing processes, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8am - 4.30 pm and 8am to 3.30pm on Friday, with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break. The hourly rate is £13.50 p.hr.

To apply you will possess a scientific degree and have a desire to develop your existing lab experience. You will be detail oriented, understand documentation processes from within a lab environment including lab-based technical reports, knowledge of scientific testing methodologies, operating laboratory equipment, and employing data analysis techniques.

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Job Description:

Are you a qualified Electrical Maintenance Engineer with commercial maintenance
experience? Are you looking for a company to offer up skilling and training?

They are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer who has experience working
within commercial environments carrying out all areas of Electrical
maintenance (Mobile role and static role/Shift role) and minor remedial tasks. This is mainly a Monday to Friday
role but will require some weekend work and call outs. This will be focused on various
commercial sites, the role will be covering DARTFORD and the surrounding
areas.

Package includes:

• Salary £43K
• Core hours Monday to Friday
• Annual leave (25 days + 8 Bank Holidays)
• Pension Scheme
• Training and Development Courses
• No Use of pool van whilst on site
• Call out
• Overtime

Requirements / Qualifications:

Qualification in either of these are preferred but not essential and clients will look at someone who has time served experience.

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3
• NVQ Level 3 Electro technical Technology (the main one that includes AM2, ECS, Gold Card, C&G 2391 Testing & Inspection) = ideal qualification
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installations
• City & Guilds 2391 Testing and Inspection
• The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2018, wiring regs, the regs) - 17th edition is the slightly older/out of date version but is still accepted by some clients
• PAT testing

Day to Day Duties:

• Lighting- Change of lamps and ballasts
• Emergency light testing
• Power distribution
• Electrical fault-finding
• Small works - new sockets, new lights, new circuits
• PAT Testing
• Control Panel maintenance
• Transformers
• Star Delta Starters

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work. We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Interview Date: To be confirmed.

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified pharmacy technician to join our friendly and enthusiastic pharmacy team working on a rotational basis throughout the department. This will be a Band 4 to 5 progression role.

This is an ideal post for an enthusiastic, committed and self-motivated technician with excellent interpersonal skills.

The role will include;
• Working in our technician led dispensary.
• Supporting the Specialist Medicines Management team within Oncology across our inpatient and day case units.
• Undertaking medicines production within our aseptic unit at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
• Performing final accuracy checking where accredited to do so.

You will also play a key role in the support and development of pharmacy assistants and trainee technicians.

As a Pharmacy team, we aim to provide the best possible service for all of our patients and hospital staff.

If you thrive on working in a busy and friendly environment, are keen to develop knowledge and skills within a variety of areas in Oncology pharmacy and are looking for the next step in your career development then this could be the post for you!

You will be someone who understands the importance of the Pharmacy Technician role within Pharmacy, who is passionate about; Pharmacy, Healthcare, providing patient centre care and upholding the GPhC professional standards.

Our core working hours are 08:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in the voluntary bank holiday services.

You will be a professionally qualified Pharmacy Technician holding either the BTEC or NVQ3 in Pharmaceutical Services; and registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council and be a qualified Accuracy Checking Technician (ACT).

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

MTW is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England.

We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff. We also provide specialist cancer services to around 2 million people across Kent and East Sussex via the Kent Oncology Centre.

In the 2024 NHS staff survey, our employees ranked MTW among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and the second-best Trust to work for in the South East.

Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.

Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Interview Date: To be confirmed.


This advert closes on Monday 18 Nov 2024

Diagnostic Technician Vacancy - Maidstone
Salary: up to £38,129 Basic OTE £45,000 and company benefits
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm, Saturdays on a Rota

OC18289

We have a new vacancy for a qualified Diagnostic Technician for my client's Dealership in Maidstone. Excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a high performing team. This role suits a Vehicle Technician looking for a long-term role.

Fantastic benefits package that includes:

• Competitive starting salary
• Company pension scheme
• Birthday off as an additional day
• Staff discount programs
• After-sales discounts

Role:

• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance
• Vehicle Diagnostics
• Brakes, suspension, clutches

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a busy workshop
• Possess Strong mechanical Skills
• Have a steady work history
• You must be a level 3 Vehicle Technician or equivalent to (City and Guilds)
• You must hold a Diagnostic qualification (any brand)

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

VTSTH

Consultant: Ryan Scholes

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Production Engineer- £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, Benefits include 33 days holiday, Pension, canteen and car parking - Permanent position - Mon to Fri, 7am to 4.30pm (early finish on Fri)

Our client is a leading manufacturer of stainless steel products for various industries and due to a healthy order book they are currently looking for a Production Engineer to join their team. Working as part of a team and reporting to the Operations Manager, this role would suit someone who has previous experience in a similar role within an engineering environment.

Key Duties:

• ·Set, adjust and maintain bespoke production machinery used for cutting, forming and assembling metal parts
• ·Carry out daily and weekly maintenance duties
• ·Work with production staff to resolve technical and setting issues within a manufacturing environment

Experience:

• ·Previous experience in engineering environment a similar role - or may have Toolmaking experience
• ·Good knowledge of Hydraulics and pneumatics
• ·PLC experience would be useful
• ·Working to ISO9001 standards.
• .ONC or HNC in Mechanical Engineer (not essential)

This is a very hands on role within a busy production environment, where you will be working to support customer demand. You will be working very closely with the Production Manager who will be able to offer additional support and training for the right candidate.

In return the successful Production Engineer / Technician will be joining a successful and market leading organisation as they go through a sustained period of growth and offer future development and progression.

To hear more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Bernie by hitting the apply button now!

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.