Royal Tunbridge Wells is a spa town in west Kent with a population of around 51,000 at the 2021 census. It sits close to the boundary with East Sussex, about 30 miles south-east of central London. The local economy is weighted towards services, healthcare and retail rather than manufacturing.

Healthcare is one of the largest sources of work. Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust runs Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury and employs more than 8,000 staff across its hospital sites in the area. The insurer AXA Health has a long-standing office at Phillips House on Crescent Road in the town centre. Professional services are also significant: Thomson Snell & Passmore, one of the country's oldest law firms, and Cripps both have their main offices in the town, the latter at Number 22, Mount Ephraim.

Retail, warehousing and trade work are concentrated at North Farm, the main commercial estate on the northern edge of town off Longfield Road in TN2, beside the A21. The estate takes in several retail parks and industrial units, and Childrensalon, the online children's clothing retailer, runs its head office and warehouse from Decimus Park on Kingstanding Way within the same area. Commuting to London is feasible, with direct rail services to the capital. New vacancies across these sectors are listed on this page as they come in.

Jobs in Royal Tunbridge Wells

Fire And Security Engineer

Maidstone, Kent
£230 per day
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 17-06-2026
CJS Recruitment are looking for a Fire & Safety Engineer to work across the southeast of England, covering areas such as Kent, Essex, Surrey, etc. This can inlude, but not be limited to installations, maintenance / repairs, preventive maintenance, trouble... Read more
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Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer ( FMCG)

Tonbridge, Kent
£47,500 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (FMCG. £50'000 + Overtime + 6.6 weeks Holiday + Pension+ Training & Development + Excellent Company Benefits - inc. Medicash plan, Share Incentive plan, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, Occupational Parental Pay + M... Read more
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Warehouse Forklift Operative

ME20, New Hythe
£14 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 17-06-2026
IMMEDIATE START AVAILABLE: Warehouse Forklift Operative. The role is offered as a temporary assignment, could be 12 weeks. Location: New Hythe – ME20. Rate: £13.71 ph - PAYE- weekly pay via React Recruitment Ltd. Hours: 8.30am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.... Read more
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Bim Manager

Westerham, Kent
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
BIM Lead – MEP Digital Delivery (Stages 2–5. P&M are recruiting on behalf of a Kent based consultancy for a hands‑on BIM Leader to take full ownership of digital delivery across major MEP projects from Stage 2 (Concept Design) through Stage 5 (Manufacturi... Read more
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Concrete Finisher

Pembury, Kent
£240 per day
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 17-06-2026
Concrete Finisher – Water Industry. We are recruiting for an experienced Concrete Finisher to support ongoing water infrastructure works in Sussex. The successful candidate will have a strong background in finishing concrete to a high standard on civil en... Read more
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Crane Service Engineer

Buxted
£40,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
JMB26 – Overhead Crane Service Engineer. Location: Sussex, East Hampshire, East Kent, and surrounding areas. Salary: Up to £45,000 Basic + OTE £65,000. Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30. Benefits: New company van, paid travel time, enhanced overtime ... Read more
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Conservatory Installer

Nationwide
£35,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
Conservatory Installer. Are you a skilled Conservatory installer looking for flexible, well-paid work? Join our network of trusted tradespeople, where you'll enjoy a consistent flow of projects and the freedom of self-employment. About the Role. We are se... Read more
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Electrical Engineer Supervisor

Maidstone, Kent
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
Electrical Engineer / Electrical Supervisor. Location: UK Wide Travel Required. Salary: Negotiable + Overtime + Company Van + Benefits. Pro Staff Construction are recruiting on behalf of a well-established UK facilities maintenance company operating withi... Read more
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HGV Class 2 Driver

Paddock Wood, Kent
£14 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
HGV Class 2 Driver - Local Work. Paddock Wood. £14.25ph. Looking for a stable, local driving role with a better work-life balance? We're hiring a reliable and professional Class 2 (Category C) Lorry Driver based in Paddock Wood. What's on offer. £14.25 pe... Read more
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Shuttering Carpenter

Pembury, Kent
£290 per day
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 17-06-2026
Shuttering Carpenter – Water Industry. We are looking for an experienced Shuttering Carpenter to join a water infrastructure project in Sussex. The role will involve the construction of formwork for reinforced concrete structures including plinths and ass... Read more
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Groundworker / Dumper

Hawkhurst, Kent
£230 per day
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 17-06-2026
Groundworker (Dumper & Roller) – Water Industry. We are seeking an experienced Groundworker with Dumper and Roller tickets to support works on a project in Sussex. Working as part of a civils team, you will support earthworks, backfilling and site prepara... Read more
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Groundworker / 360 Driver

Hawkhurst, Kent
£240 per day
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 17-06-2026
Groundworker / 360 / Digger Driver – Water Industry. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworker to support works on a project in Sussex. The successful candidate will be capable of reading construction drawings and operating excavators as... Read more
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Electronics Design Engineer

Maidstone
£45,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
An innovative audio technology company is looking to add an Electronics Design Engineer to their growing R&D team. Chroma are supporting the search to help meet increasing demand across a range of audio products. This Electronics Design Engineer role offe... Read more
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Class 2 Driver

ME20, Ditton
£22 per hour
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
Class 2 HGV Multi-Drop Driver. Overview. Flexible People Ltd are currently recruiting experienced Class 2 (HGV) Drivers to join a busy temperature-controlled distribution operation. This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers seeking ongoing... Read more
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self employed Electrician

Kings Hill, Kent
£230 per day
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 17-06-2026
Job: Electrician. Area: Leeds. My client a leading Social Housing Electrical Contractor are recruiting to join them on a new Contract they have won. They are looking for electricians to electrical testing and maintenance. Duties include. EICRS. Electrical... Read more
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Class 2 Driver

Aylesford
£20 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 17-06-2026
HGV Class 2 Drivers Wanted In Aylesford for an IMMEDIATE start. Interaction Recruitment are looking for HGV Class 2 Drivers/HGV Drivers/LGV Class 2 Drivers/LGV Drivers/Class 2 Drivers working FTE Monday to Friday DAYS at our large, national distribution C... Read more
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Senior Electrical Engineer / Associate Consultant

Maidstone, Kent
Not Specified
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
About the Role. Currently I am working with a client who are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer / Associate Director to join our Maidstone office. This is a strategic, high-impact role for a professional looking to take ownership of ... Read more
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labourer in aylesford

Aylesford, Kent
£12 per hour
Job Type: Temporary
Posted: 17-06-2026
Do currently work in or have a passion for Construction? Are you a Labourer currently looking for work? Do you hold a valid CSCS card? If the answers are yes, we have roles opening with a reputable Construction company in the Aylesford area. Role: Laboure... Read more
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Security Officer

Maidstone
£14 per hour
Job Type: Contract
Posted: 17-06-2026
Join us as a Security Officer at the Maidstone Hospitals, where you will be required to carry out duties in a busy environment, no two days will be the same and you will have the opportunity to carve out a career with the biggest name in security. Applica... Read more
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Technical Business Analyst

ME19, Kings Hill
£30,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 17-06-2026
Technical Business Analyst. Kent (Office based, 1 day WFH after probation. £30,000 - £35,000. This is a Technical Business Analyst role within an established financial services organisation, sitting between Change and IT and supporting the delivery of sys... Read more
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Frequently asked questions

Who are the biggest employers?

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is among the largest, running Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury and employing more than 8,000 staff across its hospital sites in the area. Other major employers include the insurer AXA Health, with an office on Crescent Road, and the law firms Thomson Snell & Passmore and Cripps, both based in the town.

Good for commuting to London?

Yes. Southeastern runs direct trains from Tunbridge Wells to London Charing Cross, with the fastest services taking about 55 minutes and most calling at London Bridge. Some peak-time services also run to or from London Cannon Street.

Where are warehouse and retail jobs?

Most are at North Farm, the main commercial estate off Longfield Road in TN2, beside the A21. The area includes several retail parks and industrial units, along with Decimus Park on Kingstanding Way, where Childrensalon runs its head office and warehouse.