PSM Recruitment is looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to join an established manufacturing business based in Hythe, Kent. Working closely with the Chief Inspector and Quality team,  to identify, prevent and resolve quality issues across both existing and new products. You will be involved from the early stages of new product introduction, helping to ensure that quality requirements are properly planned and delivered through to the finished product reaching the customer.

You'll ideally have previous experience within a Quality Engineering role in an engineering or manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of quality processes and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Chief Inspector and Quality team as required
• Create and execute CMM programmes
• Carry out equipment and gauge calibration and maintain the calibration database
• Provide a fast and proactive response to quality concerns across the business
• Raise and champion 8D investigations
• Action SNCRs and manage non-conformances
• Identify root causes of quality issues and implement improvements
• Raise concessions where required
• Interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings
• Carry out contract reviews and provide feedback to the Quality Manager
• Identify potential non-compliances and communicate these effectively
• Ensure drawings contain all information required to manufacture components correctly
• Prepare ISIRs and PPAPs
• Create and maintain Quality Schedules and SPMs (Special Packing Methods)
• Review manufacturing processes and Introduce appropriate quality schedules, care points and gauges where required
• Support the successful introduction of new products from order through to delivery
• Conduct internal audits

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Experience using a range of specialist measuring equipment
• Experience creating and maintaining Quality Schedules
• Knowledge of equipment and gauge calibration
• Experience with CMM programming
• Understanding of 8D investigations and root cause analysis
• Experience with PPAPs and ISIRs
• Knowledge of non-conformance processes
• Experience conducting internal audits
• Good numeracy, literacy skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A confident and proactive approach to problem solving
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Hours of Work: 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Fridays 08:00 – 13:00)

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is looking for a Quality Inspector.  The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that components produced are of the best quality and correct to customer specifications. You must be prepared to move around the company’s three quality areas to build up an all-round knowledge of QC procedures for this position.

The Quality Department is focused on ensuring that all work produced by the different sections in the company meets the agreed company quality standards and fully complies with the clients’ drawings and other special instructions provided with the order. The aim of the Quality Department is to ensure that all customers receive high-quality product and that we meet delivery performance targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• To ensure that components produced are of the best quality
• To ensure that components produced are correct to customer specifications
• To verify dimensions
• Check first offs that the setter or operator require second checking
• To carry out good’s inwards inspection of material and components received from suppliers
• Inspect components before they are sent out to customer
• Record non-conforming products
• Create plans to improve product quality
• Identify causes for non conformance and then work to improve the product quality and discuss recommended actions at any 8D investigation meetings
• Assist with the calibration of company equipment as required

• To ensure that you are working to the correct methods
• To be responsible for the control of Health & Safety and cleanliness in the area
• Attend daily tier meetings
• Assist with customers/visitors if required
• If required visit customers to assist with sorting non-conforming product

Key Skills & Qualifications:

• The ability to read Engineering Drawings.
• The ability to use a range of specialist measuring equipment i.e. – Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Slip Gauges, X-Ray, Clock & Stand, Depth Micrometer and RA Tester 
• Calibration of equipment and gauges
• A good understanding of maths
• Attention to detail
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Problem solving ability

Hours of Work: 39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:00, Fridays 08:00 – 13:00)

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is working with a well-established and respected international logistics business in Dover to recruit an experienced Customs Clearance Clerk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, supportive team where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth movement of goods across international borders. This position operates on 12-hour day and night shifts, offering a varied and fast-paced working environment.

As a Customs Clearance Clerk, you'll be responsible for ensuring Customs declarations are completed accurately and efficiently, helping to keep freight moving while maintaining full compliance with Customs regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing Customs declarations and associated documentation
• Accurately entering information into Customs systems
• Liaising with customers, hauliers, internal departments and Customs authorities
• Resolving Customs queries quickly and professionally
• Monitoring shipments and proactively dealing with any issues
• Ensuring compliance with current Customs legislation and procedures
• Working closely with colleagues to provide an efficient end-to-end Customs clearance service

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• A minimum of 3 years' current Customs Clearance experience
• A strong understanding of UK Customs procedures and compliance
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good IT skills and experience using Customs software

What's on Offer?

Alongside a competitive salary (depending on experience), our client offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare cashback scheme (including dental, optical, physiotherapy and more)
• Mental wellbeing support and 24/7 GP access
• Retail discounts with a wide range of high street and online retailers
• Excellent training and career development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Lettings Administrator
Dover
£26,500 – £27,500

Full-time – 5 days per week
Includes every other Saturday (day off in the week when worked)

PSM Recruitment is looking for a highly organised and capable administrator to support a busy lettings team in Dover.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on structure, enjoys keeping things running smoothly, and can confidently step up to support with viewings when required.

You’ll play a key part in keeping the department efficient, compliant, and delivering a great customer experience.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Providing full administrative support to the lettings function
• Managing records, compliance & tenancy documentation
• Handling enquiries via phone, email & in person
• Coordinating appointments and property viewings
• Supporting day-to-day lettings operations
• Conducting viewings when required
• Ensuring a smooth and professional customer journey

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong admin and organisational ability (this is key)
• Confident IT user with good attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Comfortable dealing with a range of people and situations
• Able to step up and take ownership when needed
• Positive, proactive attitude
• Full UK driving licence preferred

ABOUT YOU

• Highly organised and reliable
• Calm, professional and approachable
• A team player who supports others
• Willing to learn and develop within lettings

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

PSM Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful manufacturing business in Hythe, Kent, for a Systems Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, maintaining management systems and working across multiple departments to ensure compliance, quality and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Commercial Director and senior management team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the company's Integrated Management System (IMS), supporting internal and external audits, monitoring compliance and helping drive business improvements.

What you'll be doing

• Maintaining and developing the Integrated Management System (IMS)
• Coordinating and supporting internal and external ISO audits
• Managing company documentation and document control
• Producing reports and management information
• Monitoring compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001 standards
• Assisting with Health & Safety and Environmental Management activities
• Carrying out risk assessments, COSHH and DSE assessments
• Supporting supplier approval processes and customer audits
• Monitoring legislation and advising management of changes
• Investigating non-conformances and supporting corrective actions
• Developing training documentation and maintaining compliance records

We're looking for someone who has:

• Experience working with Integrated Management Systems (IMS)
• Knowledge of ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001
• Strong Microsoft Office and IT skills
• Experience coordinating audits and compliance activities
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• The ability to analyse information and produce accurate reports
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to work across all levels of the business

It would also be advantageous if you have:

• Internal or Supplier Audit experience
• NEBOSH or Health & Safety qualifications
• Knowledge of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
• Experience within manufacturing or engineering

The successful candidate will be:

• Highly organised and methodical
• A confident communicator
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities
• A strong problem solver
• Positive, professional and approachable
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

What's in it for you?

• Join a well-established and respected manufacturer
• Varied and interesting role with genuine responsibility
• Opportunity to influence business improvements
• Supportive management team
• Long-term career opportunity

Hours : 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday and Friday 08:00 to 13:00, 39hrs per week

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Senior IFA Administrator (Mortgage Focused)

Hybrid working
Up to £35,000 DOE + Bonus
Full Time  - Permanent

Are you an experienced Senior IFA Administrator with strong mortgage knowledge looking for a varied role within a friendly, established financial services team?

PSM Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected Independent Financial Adviser in the search for a proactive and highly organised Senior IFA Administrator.

This is not a traditional paraplanning role, the successful candidate will primarily take ownership of an established mortgage book, while also providing high-quality back-office support across the wider financial planning business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their workload, and is looking for a hybrid position.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and developing an existing mortgage book.
• Preparing and processing mortgage applications.
• Income reconciliation.
• Updating client records and fact finds using Intelligent Office (IO).
• Preparing applications and basic SimplyBiz templated suitability reports.
• Completing annual suitability reviews.
• Cash calculations.
• Liaising with providers to resolve missing payments and delayed transfers.
• Providing comprehensive administrative support to the wider advisory team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Senior IFA Administrator.
• Strong working knowledge of Intelligent Office (IO) is essential.
• Mortgage administration or mortgage arranging experience is essential.
• Mortgage qualifications would be advantageous.
• Level 4 Diploma (or working towards it) is welcomed but not essential.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• A team player who enjoys working within a close-knit, supportive business.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £35,000, depending on experience.
• Bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working
• Join a friendly, professional and well-established financial services practice.
• A varied role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.
• Long-term career opportunity within a supportive team.

If you're an experienced IFA Administrator with strong mortgage knowledge looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Freight Forwarder – French Department
Folkestone, Kent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs per week – time 09:00 to 17:30.

Salary: DOE

Are you an experienced Freight Forwarder looking for your next opportunity?

PSM Recruitment, have an exciting opening to join a busy and established freight team based in Folkestone, supporting and developing freight forwarding operations within the French department.

In this varied role, you will manage the full coordination of customer shipments — selecting the most suitable transport solutions, monitoring deliveries, liaising with customers, and ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating import and export shipments
• Arranging customs clearance documentation
• Liaising with customers, carriers and suppliers
• Monitoring deliveries and providing shipment updates
• Ensuring freight moves efficiently across borders

We’re looking for someone with:

• Previous freight forwarding / logistics experience
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to work well in a fast-paced environment

This is an excellent opportunity and if you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV. If you have not been contacted within a week, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.

Business Support & Accounts Coordinator
Location: Lydden, near Dover, Kent
Salary: £27,300 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Benefits: Free on-site parking

PSM Recruitment are recruiting for a Business Support & Accounts Coordinator.

This is a varied role combining reception, office administration, and purchase ledger duties, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in a busy office environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing a professional front-of-house reception service, welcoming visitors and handling calls and emails.
• Managing meeting rooms, post, deliveries, and general office administration.
• Coordinating staff training bookings and maintaining office supplies.
• Assisting with vehicle and fleet administration.
• Processing purchase ledger invoices, reconciling supplier statements, preparing payment runs, and supporting the Finance Director with administrative tasks.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience in administration, reception, customer service, or purchase ledger/accounts.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• A professional, positive, and proactive approach.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business where no two days are the same. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.