Jobs in the West Midlands: Navigating a Transforming Labour Market

The West Midlands job market is undergoing significant changes, presenting challenges and opportunities for skilled professionals. At PRS UK, we specialise in connecting you with jobs in the West Midlands that align with your expertise and career aspirations in this evolving landscape.

Ready to take advantage of the opportunities in the West Midlands? Explore our latest jobs in the West Midlands, or get the latest job alerts to receive tailored opportunities directly to your inbox.

The West Midlands Economic Landscape

The West Midlands is experiencing a period of economic transformation:

  • The region's share of the national job market is projected to increase from 6.7% in 2022 to 9.6% in 2025.
  • There was an 8.0% rise in business expenditure on research and development between 2022 and 2023.
  • However, the region currently faces the highest unemployment rate in the UK at 5.6% as of March 2025.

Current Job Opportunities in the West Midlands

Our listings include a wide range of roles across a variety of industries. These roles reflect the diversity of opportunities available in the region, catering to entry-level candidates and seasoned professionals.

If you don’t see a role that appeals to you right now, get the latest job alerts to receive tailored opportunities directly to your inbox. Or upload your CV and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch to help find your ideal role.

Why Choose PRS UK for Your West Midlands Job Search?

At PRS UK, we understand the nuances of the West Midlands job market. We offer:

  1. Access to roles addressing critical skills shortages, positioning you for high-demand careers.
  2. Insights into growing sectors, helping you make informed career decisions.
  3. Connections with employers investing in long-term growth despite short-term economic pressures.

Our expertise ensures you're well-positioned to navigate the complexities of the West Midlands job market, whether you're looking to upskill, change sectors or advance in your current field.

    Electrical Shift Engineer

    Technical

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    Warwick, West Midlands

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    £42,000 - £46,000 per annum

    Electrical Shift Engineer£42,000 per annum plus £4,000 shift allowanceWarwickOur client are a well established  UK commercial building services organisation, with a requirement for an electrically bia...

    Maintenance Electrician

    Technical

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    Solihull, West Midlands

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    £38,500 - £38,500 per annum

    Maintenance Electrician - Static SiteSolihull£38,500 per annum plus plenty of progression and development opportunitiesFantastic 'opportunity for an electrically trained engineer, that wants to join a...

    Facilities – Co-ordinator Birmingham

    Facilities

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    Birmingham, West Midlands

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    Role: Facilities Assistant Location: Birmingham Type: Temporary Pay: £12.60 per hourHours: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week Job Specification: Keeping a tracker of escalated issuesChasing up on wo...

    Mobile A/C Engineer

    Technical

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    Birmingham, West Midlands

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    £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

    Mobile A/C EngineerWest MidlandsUp to £40,000 per annum plus call out and overtimePermanent, full-time role, working 40 hours per week for a mobile air conditioning engineer that wants to work solely...

    Technical Services Manager

    Technical

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    Stoke, West Midlands

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    £52,000 - £53,000 per annum

    Position: Technical Services ManagerOther terms: Maintenance Contract ManagerType: PermanentLocation: Stoke on Trent Salary: £52,000 - £53,000 plus packageHours: Mon-Fri 40 hours per week We are recru...

    Chef de Partie – Rugby

    Hospitality

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    Rugby, West Midlands

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    £13 - £13 per hour

    PRS have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Chef de Partie based at a site in Rugby.  Permanent role based on working 3 on and 3 off (shifts fall between 7am to 6pm - Paying £13.30 per hour.Th...

    Baggage Handlers – Stoke on Trent

    Facilities

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    Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands

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    £12 - £12 per hour

    Role: Baggage Handlers / Customer Support OperativesLocation: Stoke-on-Trent Train StationPay Rate: £12.21 per hourDuration: Immediate start - approximately 2 - 4 weeksRole Overview:We are seeking sev...

    HIU Engineer/Commercial Plumber

    Technical

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    Birmingham, West Midlands

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    £38,000 - £42,500 per annum

    HIU Engineer/Commercial PlumberBirmingham£38 - £42,500 per annumA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a commercial plumber/building services engineer with experience of working on Heat Interface Unit...

    Project Design Engineer

    Engineering and Manufacturing

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    Kidderminster, West Midlands

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    £38,000 - £50,500 per annum

    Position: Project Design EngineerContract: Permanent, Full TimeLocation: Worcestershire (Hybrid Working Available)Salary: up to £50,500 (depending on experience) plus performance bonus (paid twice yea...

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