KHR - Recruitment Specialists

Assistant Marine Operations Manager Dover, Kent £46,000 - £48,500pa + Benefits Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm + Overtime when required KHR are working with a well-established organisation in the marine and environmental services sector to recruit an Assistant Marine Operations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing business that provides specialist services a ross marine operations and infrastructure. The organisation has built a strong reputation for operational excellence and offers employees long-term career stability, professional development and genuine progression opportunities. The Role The Assistant Marine Operations Manager will support the Operations Manager in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of operational activities, with responsibility for Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ), operational performance, staffing and budget oversight. The role also involves leading and developing operational teams, ensuring strong engagement, communication and alignment with organisational values and performance frame

Assistant Marine Operations Manager Dover, Kent £46,000 - £48,500pa + Benefits Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm + Overtime when required KHR are working with a well-established organisation in the marine and environmental services sector to recruit an Assistant Marine Operations Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing business that provides specialist services a

Role: Senior Support Worker Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Salary: £28,000-£32,000 Location: Maidstone, Kent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks) Our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and ambitious Senior Support Worker to manage a small team and work in close partnership w th the Registered Manager. This is a career-defining opportunity for a strong practitioner ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. The Role As a Senior Support Worker, you will supervise a small team and work in close partnership with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers exceptional standards of care and compliance. You will: - Line manage and supervise a small staff team, driving performance and development - Build strong partnerships with local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies - Promote independence and positive life skills for children aged 8-18 - Motivate and empower staff to achieve m

Role: Senior Support Worker Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Salary: £28,000-£32,000 Location: Maidstone, Kent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota, 1 in 5 weeks) Our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and ambitious Senior Support Worker to manage a small team and work in close partnership w

Technical Customer Service Executive Colchester £30,000 - £35,000pa Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm / 8am - 5pm (Fully office-based) KHR are partnering again with a well-established international manufacturer, who are currently looking to recruit a Technical Customer Service Executive to join their growing team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ustomer-focused professional to join a successful organisation supplying specialist products to customers worldwide. Working closely with the sales and operations teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring customers receive a seamless and high-quality service from enquiry through to delivery. Key Responsibilities - Acting as the first point of contact for customer enquiries via phone, email and online channels - Processing customer orders and supporting the sales team with daily administration - Managing order updates, queries and resolving customer issues efficiently - Preparing documentation, including invoices, shipping documents and packing lists - Sett

Technical Customer Service Executive Colchester £30,000 - £35,000pa Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm / 8am - 5pm (Fully office-based) KHR are partnering again with a well-established international manufacturer, who are currently looking to recruit a Technical Customer Service Executive to join their growing team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and

Customer Service Executive Colchester £30,000 - £35,000pa Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm / 8am - 5pm (Fully office-based) KHR are partnering again with a well-established international manufacturer, who are currently looking to recruit a Customer Service Executive to join their growing team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused pro essional to join a successful organisation supplying specialist products to customers worldwide. Working closely with the sales and operations teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring customers receive a seamless and high-quality service from enquiry through to delivery. Key Responsibilities - Acting as the first point of contact for customer enquiries via phone, email and online channels - Processing customer orders and supporting the sales team with daily administration - Managing order updates, queries and resolving customer issues efficiently - Preparing documentation, including invoices, shipping documents and packing lists - Setting up new customer

Customer Service Executive Colchester £30,000 - £35,000pa Monday to Friday 7.30am-4.30pm / 8am - 5pm (Fully office-based) KHR are partnering again with a well-established international manufacturer, who are currently looking to recruit a Customer Service Executive to join their growing team based in Colchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused pro

​​Utilities Operator Location: Maidstone Outskirts Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Salary: £Competitive + Bens Hours: Rota Are you a hands-on, practical operator who thrives in a technical environment where safety, compliance and continuous improvement come first? We're recruiting for a Utilities Operator to join a busy industrial site on a fixed-term contract, supporting the safe and efficient running of critical plant utilities and systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys monitoring systems, solving problems, improving processes and working with modern IT systems. If you're someone who notices when things aren't quite right, takes pride in maintaining high standards, and believes health and safety are non-negotiable, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Be Doing - Monitoring and overseeing the utilities plant equipment and systems to ensure safe and efficient operation - Recording plant performance and operating parameters using digital systems and logs - Identifying and reporting anomalies to support planned maintenance and operationa

​​Utilities Operator Location: Maidstone Outskirts Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Salary: £Competitive + Bens Hours: Rota Are you a hands-on, practical operator who thrives in a technical environment where safety, compliance and continuous improvement come first? We're recruiting for a Utilities Operator to join a busy industrial site on a fixed-term contract, supporting

This is a fantastic entry level opportunity to join a rapidly growing food & drinks manufacturer as a Junior Production Operative. They are looking for a passionate, driven individual who is keen to kickstart a career within their business. Responsibilities will include: * Labelling, packing, and preparing goods for dispatch to a high standard * Work on improving the compliance actions through standard work on detailed activities * To ensure all Health and Safety requirements are always followed across the site; help to identify and fill any gaps in safety that may arise; reporting of all accidents, near misses and property damage to Management * To follow the company food quality standards * To follow the company HACCP policy through Safe Operating Procedures * To follow the company policy on waste reduction across the site * To ensure a high level of housekeeping across the site for food safety On offer is a starting salary of £24,750 increasing to £25,500 after training, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, reward and recognition programme, free

This is a fantastic entry level opportunity to join a rapidly growing food & drinks manufacturer as a Junior Production Operative. They are looking for a passionate, driven individual who is keen to kickstart a career within their business. Responsibilities will include: * Labelling, packing, and preparing goods for dispatch to a high standard * Work on improving the compliance actions

Engineering Manager - Technical Services Salary: £49,677 - £52,509 Benefits: Excellent benefits package + Car Allowance We are seeking a hands-on and motivated Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team within Technical Services. This is a senior role with responsibility for people management, budgets, contracts, and a diverse engineering and infrastructure portfolio. You will ave overall responsibility for the management, delivery, and financial control of the Engineering Team, ensuring high-quality delivery of engineering, asset management, CCTV, car parking, and infrastructure services in line with organisational priorities, legislative requirements, and financial constraints. Key Responsibilities - Provide strategic and operational management of the Engineering Team, including CCTV and car park maintenance and inspection - Lead, manage and develop staff, including appraisal, deployment, motivation and discipline - Manage service budgets, ensuring effective financial control and value for money - Act as the Service lead for Health and Safety and repres

Engineering Manager - Technical Services Salary: £49,677 - £52,509 Benefits: Excellent benefits package + Car Allowance We are seeking a hands-on and motivated Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplinary team within Technical Services. This is a senior role with responsibility for people management, budgets, contracts, and a diverse engineering and infrastructure portfolio. You will

Senior Commodity Buyer Marden £40 to £50k + Bens Do you have Manufacturing experience? Do you have SAP experience/knowledge? - Join a global leader in design and manufacturing - Contribute to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier environment - Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards Our client, a well-established company ased on the outskirts of Maidstone, Kent, is seeking an experienced Commodity Buyer / Senior Buyer to join their team. As a global leader in design and manufacturing, they are committed to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier world! Senior Commodity Buyer Role Overview The Commodity Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing assigned commodity categories to ensure consistent supply, cost competitiveness, and strong supplier performance. The role supports production requirements while driving cost savings, quality improvements, and long-term supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities - Procurement & Sourcing - Manage the end-to-end procureme

Senior Commodity Buyer Marden £40 to £50k + Bens Do you have Manufacturing experience? Do you have SAP experience/knowledge? - Join a global leader in design and manufacturing - Contribute to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier environment - Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards Our client, a well-established company

Role: TIG Welder/Fabricator Location: Maidstone Hours: Mon-Fri 7 am-4 pm Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £13ph-£22ph DOE Start Date: ASAP Our client, a well-established manufacturer based in Maidstone, is seeking a skilled TIG Welder/Fabricator to join their team temporarily. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your welding expertise in a supportive and professional enviro ment, with an immediate start available. In this role, you will be central to the company's production capabilities. You will be responsible for welding and fabricating components from stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium. Your work will directly contribute to producing high-quality finished products according to precise engineering specifications. Responsibilities - Operate TIG welding/fabricating equipment effectively. - Weld stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminium parts. - Assemble and fabricate components from engineering drawings. - Perform quality checks on all welded joints. - Use power and hand tools for preparation and finishing. Job Requirements - Available

Role: TIG Welder/Fabricator Location: Maidstone Hours: Mon-Fri 7 am-4 pm Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £13ph-£22ph DOE Start Date: ASAP Our client, a well-established manufacturer based in Maidstone, is seeking a skilled TIG Welder/Fabricator to join their team temporarily. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your welding expertise in a supportive and professional enviro

Role: Deputy Manager Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: £28,000-£32,000 Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota) Due to internal promotion, our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and driven Deputy Manager. This is a career-defining opportunity for a strong pra titioner ready to step into a senior leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking organisation. The Role As Deputy Manager, you will work in close partnership with the Registered Manager to ensure the home delivers exceptional standards of care and compliance. You will: - Line manage and supervise a small staff team, driving performance and development - Motivate and empower staff to achieve meaningful outcomes for young people - Promote independence and positive life skills for children aged 8-18 - Confidently manage conflict situations in a calm, professional manner - Build strong partnerships with local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies - Support t

Role: Deputy Manager Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: £28,000-£32,000 Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm (on call rota) Due to internal promotion, our client, a well-established children's residential provider, has exclusively instructed us to appoint an experienced and driven Deputy Manager. This is a career-defining opportunity for a strong pra

Role: Registered Manager Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: Circa £45k + Bens Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (On call rota) A leading care provider has exclusively partnered with our agency to appoint an exceptional Registered Manager for a children's residential home in Kent. This is not just another management role. This is an opportunity to shape culture, inspire a high-performing team, and de iver truly outstanding care for upto 4 young people. We are seeking a proven leader with a track record of managing a Children's Home rated Good or Outstanding. You will be ambitious, values-led, and ready to take full ownership of a home with strong organisational backing and genuine long-term investment. The Opportunity As Registered Manager, you will: - Take full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the Home - Ensure young people receive exceptional emotional and physical care - Build, lead, and develop a passionate, values-driven staff team - Embed a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning - Drive compliance across safeguar

Role: Registered Manager Location: Maidstone, Kent Salary: Circa £45k + Bens Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (On call rota) A leading care provider has exclusively partnered with our agency to appoint an exceptional Registered Manager for a children's residential home in Kent. This is not just another management role. This is an opportunity to shape culture, inspire a high-performing team, and de

Senior Commodity Buyer Marden £40 to £50k + Bens Do you have Manufacturing experience? Do you have SAP experience/knowledge? - Join a global leader in design and manufacturing - Contribute to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier environment - Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards Our client, a well-established company ased on the outskirts of Maidstone, Kent, is seeking an experienced Commodity Buyer / Senior Buyer to join their team. As a global leader in design and manufacturing, they are committed to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier world! Senior Commodity Buyer Role Overview The Commodity Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing assigned commodity categories to ensure consistent supply, cost competitiveness, and strong supplier performance. The role supports production requirements while driving cost savings, quality improvements, and long-term supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities - Procurement & Sourcing - Manage the end-to-end procureme

Senior Commodity Buyer Marden £40 to £50k + Bens Do you have Manufacturing experience? Do you have SAP experience/knowledge? - Join a global leader in design and manufacturing - Contribute to accelerating society's transition to a cleaner, healthier environment - Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards Our client, a well-established company

Engineering Manager - Technical Services Salary: £49,677 - £52,509 Benefits: Excellent benefits package + Car Allowance Please note: This role is open to experienced Engineering Managers and engineers who are ready to step up into management. Full support and training will be provided where required. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplin ry Engineering Team within Technical Services. This is a senior role with responsibility for people management, budgets, contracts, and a diverse engineering and infrastructure portfolio. You will have overall responsibility for the management, delivery, and financial control of the Engineering Team, ensuring high-quality delivery of engineering, asset management, CCTV, car parking, and infrastructure services in line with organisational priorities, legislative requirements, and financial constraints. Key Responsibilities - Provide strategic and operational management of the Engineering Team, including CCTV and car park maintenance and inspection. - Lead, manage and develop staff, in

Engineering Manager - Technical Services Salary: £49,677 - £52,509 Benefits: Excellent benefits package + Car Allowance Please note: This role is open to experienced Engineering Managers and engineers who are ready to step up into management. Full support and training will be provided where required. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Engineering Manager to lead a multidisciplin

Logistics Yard Operative Salary: Excellent + Bens Shifts: Early 6 am to 2 pm & Late 2 pm to 10 pm Rotas planned a year in advance Are you a self-motivated Operative who takes pride in a safe, organised, and efficient workspace? We are looking for a Logistics Yard Operative to join our team and play a vital role in the heartbeat of our facility's supply chain. Working as part of a close-kn t team, as the Logistics Yard Operative, you will be the gatekeeper of the raw materials. This isn't just about moving stock; it's about quality control, safety leadership, and ensuring the production lines never skip a beat. The Role You will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our materials yard. From the unloading of heavy goods vehicles to conducting technical quality tests on incoming stock, your eagle eye will ensure that only the best materials enter our process. Key Responsibilities: Yard: Safely unloading/reloading of vehicles and managing the flow of pedestrians and traffic within the yard. Quality: Monitor and test raw materials to minimise contamination a

Logistics Yard Operative Salary: Excellent + Bens Shifts: Early 6 am to 2 pm & Late 2 pm to 10 pm Rotas planned a year in advance Are you a self-motivated Operative who takes pride in a safe, organised, and efficient workspace? We are looking for a Logistics Yard Operative to join our team and play a vital role in the heartbeat of our facility's supply chain. Working as part of a close-kn

Role: HGV Fitter/Mechanic Location: Paddock Wood, Kent Salary: £35,000 per year Contract: Permanent Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 4:30pm Our client in Paddock Wood is recruiting an experienced HGV Fitter/Mechanic to support the general maintenance of its vehicle fleet, ensuring all vehicles remain PMI compliant and road legal. Responsibilities: - Perform routine maintenance and repairs on HGVs and trailers - Carry out Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI) to ensure fleet compliance and DVSA roadworthiness - Diagnose faults and complete timely repairs to minimise vehicle downtime - Maintain accurate records of inspections, servicing, and repairs - Support health & safety compliance across the workshop and yard - Willing to take on ad hoc duties Requirements: - Knowledge of PMI checks and DVSA roadworthiness standards - Previous experience as a Fitter/Mechanic within the automotive trade - Experience with general maintenance of HGVs (highly desirable) - Ability to manage workload independently and efficiently - Full UK driving licence (highly desirable) - W

Role: HGV Fitter/Mechanic Location: Paddock Wood, Kent Salary: £35,000 per year Contract: Permanent Hours: Mon-Fri, 7:30am - 4:30pm Our client in Paddock Wood is recruiting an experienced HGV Fitter/Mechanic to support the general maintenance of its vehicle fleet, ensuring all vehicles remain PMI compliant and road legal. Responsibilities: - Perform routine maintenance and repairs on

Production Operative Tonbridge £24,000 - £25,500pa + Benefits Monday - Friday 7.30 am - 4.30 pm Temp to Perm KHR are pleased to be partnered with a leading manufacturer with an excellent reputation for high-quality goods, who is recruiting a Production Operative to join their team on a temp-to-permanent contract. This role focuses on setting up and using machines for daily production r ns as well as loading and unloading raw or blended materials into machines for batch production, plus all the other standard duties. Responsibilities of the Production Operative will include; - Prepare, set up, and operate machinery (training provided) - Load, unload, weigh, and record materials accurately according to filling records - Monitor machine performance and carry out quality checks during production - Fill, label, and pack products (tubes, jars, bottles, containers) as per procedures - Maintain accurate records for traceability, including GR and batch numbers - Clean and sanitise equipment after each run to prevent contamination - Move, transport, and store materials a

Production Operative Tonbridge £24,000 - £25,500pa + Benefits Monday - Friday 7.30 am - 4.30 pm Temp to Perm KHR are pleased to be partnered with a leading manufacturer with an excellent reputation for high-quality goods, who is recruiting a Production Operative to join their team on a temp-to-permanent contract. This role focuses on setting up and using machines for daily production r

We are working exclusively with a leading provider of building services & maintenance, who are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work across one static site in South London. This is an exciting opportunity for an Engineer to play a key role in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and client expectations while delivering exceptional service quality. Position Overview As n Electrical Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for undertaking all PPM and reactive maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment at the designated site. This crucial role involves managing CAFM tasks, maintaining site records, and participating in an out-of-hours rota. You will contribute to the company's strategic direction, culture, and growth while delivering outstanding service to meet client expectations. Requirements - Experience in building services maintenance, particularly mechanical and electrical systems - Qualified to 18th Edition in Electrical Engineering - Strong understanding of PPM and reactive maintenance processes - Ability to manage and prioritise

We are working exclusively with a leading provider of building services & maintenance, who are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to work across one static site in South London. This is an exciting opportunity for an Engineer to play a key role in ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and client expectations while delivering exceptional service quality. Position Overview As

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing food & drinks manufacturer as a Production Operative. They are looking for passionate, driven individuals who are keen to kickstart a career within their business. Responsibilities will include: * Labelling, packing, and preparing goods for dispatch to a high standard * Work on improving the compliance actions through standard w rk on detailed activities * To ensure all Health and Safety requirements are always followed across the site; help to identify and fill any gaps in safety that may arise; reporting of all accidents, near misses and property damage to Management * To follow the company food quality standards * To follow the company HACCP policy through Safe Operating Procedures * To follow the company policy on waste reduction across the site * To ensure a high level of housekeeping across the site for food safety On offer is a starting salary of £24,750 increasing to £25,500 after training, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension scheme, reward and recognition programme, free parking and an ext

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing food & drinks manufacturer as a Production Operative. They are looking for passionate, driven individuals who are keen to kickstart a career within their business. Responsibilities will include: * Labelling, packing, and preparing goods for dispatch to a high standard * Work on improving the compliance actions through standard w

Role: Senior Buyer - 12-month FTC Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm Location: Snodland Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is responsible for leading a small purchasing team, delivering cost savings, managing SAP MRP/MM processes, sourcing engineering materials, and supporting maintenance and production activities. Responsibilities: - Day-to-day management of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals & PDPs. - 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

Role: Senior Buyer - 12-month FTC Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm Location: Snodland Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is responsible for leading a small purchasing team, delivering cost savings, managing SAP MRP/MM processes, sourcing engineering

Job Title: Operations Administrator Location: Sevenoaks (Office-Based) Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 DOE Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent An established, family-run security solutions provider with decades of industry experience is seeking an Operations Administrator to join their growing team at their new Sevenoaks site. This is an excellent opportuni y for an organised and proactive administrator with strong customer service skills and experience coordinating schedules within a service-based environment. The Role You will play a key role in supporting the operations team, ensuring installations, additional works, and routine maintenance visits are scheduled efficiently while delivering a high standard of customer service. Key Responsibilities - Sending estimates on behalf of surveyors - Following up with customers regarding quotations and queries - Liaising with customers via phone and email - Processing quote and additional work acceptances - Scheduling new installations and additional works - Ordering equipment for app

Job Title: Operations Administrator Location: Sevenoaks (Office-Based) Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 DOE Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent An established, family-run security solutions provider with decades of industry experience is seeking an Operations Administrator to join their growing team at their new Sevenoaks site. This is an excellent opportuni