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Senior Technical / Production Manager

Join a fast-paced touring and live events portfolio as Senior Technical / Production Manager in Canvey Island. This office-based leadership role gives you full ownership of technical delivery and production planning, with real influence over budgets, people and performance. If you’re ready to shape how touring shows are built and delivered across Essex and beyond, this is a standout opportunity with a salary from £56,567 p/a. Key Responsibilities - Take end-to-end ownership of technical and production operations across the touring portfolio - Build, lead and support technical teams, contractors and suppliers to deliver consistent standards - Plan schedules, resources, logistics and equipment requirements for multiple concurrent productions - Manage budgets, procurement and cost control while maintaining quality and compliance - Drive safe working practices, risk assessments and technical documentation across all projects What You’ll Need - Proven senior experience in technical/production management within touring, theatre, live events or entertainment - Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate stakeholders and troubleshoot under pressure - Confident budget management, supplier negotiation and operational planning experience - Excellent communication, organisation and office-based reporting skills (knowledge of H&S best practice is highly desirable) Why Apply You’ll step into a high-impact role with clear ownership, a strong salary, and the chance to shape touring productions from a Canvey Island base within a respected and growing operation.

From £56,567 per year
Canvey Island
Administration

Waste Minimisation Support Advisor

Join Civic Recruitment Limited on a 6-month contract supporting a busy local authority team in Braintree. As a Waste Minimisation Support Advisor, you’ll help residents and partners access the right guidance to reduce waste, increase recycling, and strengthen sustainability across Essex. Key Responsibilities - Provide first-line customer and administrative support for the Waste Minimisation & Sustainability Team - Respond to enquiries from residents, community groups and stakeholders via phone, email and digital channels - Maintain accurate records, case notes and service requests, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution - Support the planning and delivery of recycling and waste reduction initiatives, events and communications - Produce reports, track performance data and assist with team coordination and meeting administration What You'll Need - Strong administration and customer service experience, ideally within a public sector or local authority setting - Confident communicator with excellent written skills and a calm, solutions-focused approach - Good IT skills (MS Office/Excel) and the ability to manage data accurately and confidentially - Desirable: interest or experience in waste, recycling, environmental services or sustainability programmes Why Apply Earn from £38,978 p/a (equivalent to £17.95/hr Umbrella) while contributing to meaningful environmental outcomes in Braintree. This contract role offers valuable local authority experience and the chance to make a visible impact in the community.

From £38,978 per year
Braintree
Contract
Administration

Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – rated traders ltd, Grays (Essex) | £37,700–£39,000 p/a Join rated traders ltd in Grays as an Executive Assistant, providing proactive, discreet support at senior leadership level. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a high-profile admin career in Essex, working closely with the Chief Executive and key stakeholders to keep priorities moving. Key Responsibilities - Provide high-level diary, inbox and meeting management, anticipating needs and resolving conflicts - Prepare agendas, board-level packs, briefings and accurate minutes, tracking actions to completion - Act as a trusted coordination point between the Chief Executive, senior leaders, partners and external stakeholders - Handle confidential information with professionalism, ensuring secure document control and record keeping - Support projects and corporate priorities, maintaining clear timelines and follow-up communications What You’ll Need - Proven experience as an Executive Assistant/PA supporting senior leadership in a fast-paced environment - Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and confidence managing competing priorities - Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams and external partners - Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience producing high-quality reports is a plus Why Apply You’ll join a supportive executive support team with exposure to strategic work, real responsibility, and a competitive salary package in Grays, Essex.

£37,700 - £39,000 per year
Grays
Administration

Operations Administrator

Reed is recruiting an Operations Administrator to join a successful, growing business in Grays, Essex on a full-time, permanent basis. If you’re highly organised, proactive and enjoy keeping teams on track, this is a brilliant opportunity to build a long-term career supporting busy operational projects close to home. Key Responsibilities - Provide day-to-day administrative support to operational and project teams, keeping tasks moving smoothly - Coordinate schedules, meetings, site visits and resources, ensuring the right information is in the right place - Maintain accurate records, trackers and documentation, including project files, orders and correspondence - Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers/clients to support timely delivery and issue resolution - Assist with reporting, compliance paperwork and general office coordination as required What You’ll Need - Proven experience in an administrative, operations support or project coordination role - Strong organisation skills, excellent attention to detail, and confidence managing multiple priorities - Clear communication skills and a professional, helpful approach with stakeholders at all levels - Good IT skills (Microsoft Office/Excel); experience with CRM/ERP systems is a plus Why Apply You’ll secure a permanent role in Grays with a competitive salary of £28,000–£35,000 and the chance to become a key part of a stable, supportive team with real scope to grow.

£28,000 - £35,000 per year
Grays
Administration

Resident Engagement Officer

Join Focus Resourcing Group as a Resident Engagement Officer in Southend-on-Sea, helping shape stronger relationships between services and the local community. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity in Essex for a confident communicator who enjoys making a visible difference to residents’ experiences. Key Responsibilities - Lead the development and delivery of resident engagement plans and activity across Southend-on-Sea - Organise and host resident meetings, forums, events and consultations to gather feedback and build trust - Create clear, engaging communications for residents, partners and stakeholders (updates, surveys, briefings) - Capture insights, analyse themes and report outcomes, ensuring actions are followed through and improvements are evidenced - Build positive working relationships with internal teams and community groups to support inclusive engagement What You’ll Need - Extremely confident communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences in person and in writing - Proven experience in resident/community engagement, customer experience, housing, local government, or a similar environment - Strong planning and organisational skills, able to manage multiple activities and deadlines across a 37-hour Monday–Friday week - A proactive, solutions-focused approach and genuine passion for improving resident involvement and community outcomes Why Apply You’ll earn from £30,000 p/a (role advertised at £34,434) and gain a high-impact position with the chance to build long-term engagement programmes in Essex. There may be the option to start on a temporary basis before full onboarding.

From £30,000 per year
Southend-on-Sea
Administration

Find Jobs and Career Opportunities in Essex

The Essex job market is diverse and growing, with opportunities spanning technology, healthcare, construction, retail, hospitality, and professional services. Discover Essex brings together the latest vacancies from local employers who are actively hiring across the county. Whether you are seeking a full-time position, part-time work, freelance contracts, or an apprenticeship, our jobs board connects you with employers who value local talent.

Essex benefits from excellent transport links into London, making it an attractive location for commuters, but the county also has a strong local economy in its own right. Towns such as Southend-on-Sea have seen significant investment in recent years, creating new roles in retail, leisure, and the creative industries. Meanwhile, Braintree and the surrounding districts continue to attract manufacturing, logistics, and technology firms seeking skilled workers.

Opportunities for Every Career Stage

Whether you are just starting out, looking for a career change, or searching for senior management positions, the Essex employment landscape has something to offer. Many local businesses advertise roles exclusively through community platforms like ours, meaning you will find vacancies here that are not listed on the larger national job boards. From entry-level warehouse and customer service roles to specialist engineering and finance positions, Essex employers are looking for dedicated individuals who want to work close to home.

Working in Essex

The cost of living in Essex is generally more affordable than in central London, while salaries in many sectors remain competitive. Towns like Harlow offer modern business parks and enterprise zones that attract employers from across the south-east. Essex is also home to several further education colleges and the University of Essex, providing a pipeline of skilled graduates entering the local workforce each year.

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