Jobs in the South East: Your Gateway to Career Success

The South East of England is a vibrant hub of opportunity, offering a diverse range of jobs across multiple sectors. From the bustling tech scene in Reading to the financial powerhouses in Brighton, this region is ripe with potential for career growth and development.

Ready to kickstart your career in the South East? Browse our extensive list of current openings across various industries or get job alerts sent to your inbox. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, a perfect role awaits you.

A Thriving Job Market

The South East boasts one of the UK's most dynamic economies, second only to London. Here's what makes it special:

  • Economic powerhouse: The region contributes significantly to the UK's GDP, creating many job opportunities.
  • Diverse industries: From tech startups to established multinationals, the South East caters to various professional interests.
  • Proximity to London: While offering a better work-life balance, the region still provides easy access to the capital's opportunities.

Key Sectors for Job Seekers

PRS UK specialises in connecting talented individuals with leading organisations across several key areas. Focusing your job search on these sectors provides a strategic advantage.

  • Data centres: The South East is a growing hub for data centres, creating demand for skilled engineers, technicians and IT professionals.
  • Energy: From renewable energy projects to traditional oil and gas roles, the South East offers a range of opportunities for energy specialists.
  • Engineering: The region has a strong presence in aerospace, automotive and manufacturing, so it needs talented engineers from all disciplines.
  • Facilities Management: Ensuring the smooth operation of buildings and infrastructure creates demand for facilities managers and related roles.
  • Logistics: The South East's strategic location makes it a major logistics hub, offering careers in supply chain management, warehousing and transportation.

Navigating Your Job Search

Finding the right job can be challenging, but here are some tips to help you succeed.

  • Tailor your approach: Each area within the South East has its specialities. Research local job markets to focus your search effectively.
  • Networking is key: Attend industry events and join professional groups. The South East has a strong business community that values connections.
  • Embrace digital platforms: Use online job boards and professional networking sites to expand your reach.
  • Consider commuting: The excellent transport links in the South East mean you can cast a wider net in your job search.

    Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Brent, South East

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    £41,214 - £41,214 per annum

    Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Flagship Shopping Centre Location: North West London Hours: Mon - Fri. 8AM - 5PM Salary: £40k + Overtime + Excellent Benefits The Opportunity An established Facilities...

    Walking Mobile Electrical Engineer – Central London

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    City Of London, South East

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    £45,000 - £45,000 per annum

    Walking Mobile Electrical Engineer – City of London (FM Sector) A leading Facilities Management provider is recruiting a Walking Mobile Electrical Engineer to support a portfolio of commercial buildin...

    Electrical Shift Engineer

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Whitechapel, South East

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    £47,356 - £51,500 per annum

    Job Title: Electrical Shift Engineer Location: Whitechapel Salary: £51,000 + Shift Allowance & Benefits Shift Pattern: Continental Shift A market-leading Facilities Management provider is looking...

    HV Shift Lead – Croydon

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Croydon, South East

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    £0 - £60,000 per annum

    Job Title: HV Electrical Shift Lead Engineer – Critical Site Location: Croydon Shift Pattern: Continental Shift (Days & Nights) Salary: £60k + Shift Allowance + Bonus The Opportunity A well-establ...

    Mechanical Shift Engineer

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    East London, South East

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    £53,000 - £53,000 per annum

    Job Title: Mechanical Shift Engineer  Location: East London Shift Pattern: Continental Shift (Days & Nights) Salary: £53,000 (Incl Shift Allowance) + Overtime The Opportunity A leading Facilities...

    Cleaner

    Facilities

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    London, South East

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    £0 - £26,936 per annum

    Phoenix Resourcing Services is recruiting for an enthusiastic and positive person to work permanently as a Cleaner in a school in North West London.The shift is Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm or fro...

    Cleaner

    Commercial

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    Crawley, South East

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    Cleaner – Office Cleaning & Deep CleaningLocation: Crawley, RH6Pay Rate: £12.71 per hourStart Date: Immediate for Office CleanerContract: Temporary / Ad-hocWe are currently recruiting for reliable...

    In-House Technical Services Manager

    Management

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    City Of London, South East

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    £70,000 - £75,000 per annum

    Technical Services Manager Building Services - Client Direct £70-75,000 Salary Central London Annual Bonus Excellent Pension Private Healthcare Dental Scheme Our customer are one of the highest profil...

    Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Canary Wharf – £60,000

    Data Centres

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    Canary Wharf, South East

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    £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

    Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Data Centre – £55,000 + £5,000 HVAP AllowanceLocation: Docklands, LondonSalary: £55,000 + £5,000 HVAP AllowanceTotal Package: £60,000Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am –...

    M&E Shift Engineering Leader – Canary Wharf – £71,000

    Data Centres

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    Canary Wharf, South East

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    £65,000 - £71,000 per annum

    M&E Shift Engineering Leader – Data Centre – £65,000 + £6,000 Shift AllowanceLocation: Docklands, LondonSalary: £65,000 + £6,000 Shift AllowanceTotal Package: £71,000Hours: Continental Shift Patte...

    Electrical Shift Engineer – Data Centre – £60,000 + £3,000 Shift Allowance

    Data Centres

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    Canary Wharf, South East

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    £60,000 - £63,000 per annum

    Electrical Shift Engineer – Data Centre – £60,000 + £3,000 Shift AllowanceLocation: Docklands, LondonSalary: £60,000 + £3,000 Shift AllowanceShift Pattern: Continental ShiftAn exciting opportunity has...

    Technical Services Manager

    Management

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    Euston, South East

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    £58,000 - £62,000 per annum

    Technical Services Manager£60-62,000Central London (Camden)Annual BonusPension SchemeHealthcareOur customer are one of the largest property and real estate organisations within the UK, owning and mana...

    Shift Engineer

    Data Centres

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    Woking, South East

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    £0 - £0 per annum

    Shift Technician - Data CentreWe are recruiting for an experienced Shift Technician to join a high-performing engineering team within a mission-critical data centre environment. This is a days-only po...

    Data Centre Electrical Engineer

    Data Centres

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    Slough, South East

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    £0 - £0 per annum

    Maintenance Engineer | Electrical Maintenance Engineer | Data Centre Electrical EngineerSLOUGH BerkshireDays Only | Permanent Position | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits·      £50000-53000·    ...

    Data Centre Shift Manager

    Data Centres

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    Slough, South East

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    £0 - £0 per annum

    Critical Engineering Electrical Biased Shift Manager – Data Centre SolutionsHigh Voltage Switching Experience / Data Centre EnvironmentsLocation: SloughContinental 24/7 – 365 ShiftOvertime paid at a P...

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