Jobs in Chelmsford

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As the county town of Essex, Chelmsford offers a wide range of job opportunities across office, finance, professional services, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and public sector roles. With direct rail links to London Liverpool Street in around 35 minutes and easy access via the A12 and A130, Chelmsford is one of the most popular places to work in Essex.

We help candidates find permanent and temporary work in Chelmsford and nearby areas including Great Baddow, Springfield, Writtle, Boreham, and Galleywood. Our team works with employers across Chelmsford’s main business hubs, including Chelmsford Business Park, Widford Industrial Estate, and Waterhouse Business Park, matching candidates with roles that fit their experience and career goals.

Current Jobs in Chelmsford

Permanent Production Engineer

A Production Engineer with an Electronics background is required for a Chelmsford based manufacturing company.

Negotiable

Chelmsford, Essex

Negotiable

Manufacturing

On-site

Job ref: 96398_1780902004 View

Permanent Production Engineer

Production Engineer to work on projects from r&d through to obsolescence. Candidates must hold a British Passport.

Negotiable

Chelmsford, Essex

Negotiable

Engineering

On-site

Job ref: 96396_1780902011 View

Permanent Design Engineer

A Refrigeration Design Engineer with knowledge of Thermodynamics is required for our client based in Maldon.

£40,000 - £50,000 p/a

Chelmsford, Essex

Depending on level of experience

Engineering

On-site

Job ref: 96216_1780653647 View

Permanent Operations Manager

Operations Manager sought for a fast-growing e-commerce business in Chelmsford. Newly created role with end-to-end ownership of fulfilment, customer service and carrier performance

£50,000 - £55,000 p/a

Chelmsford, Essex

Depending on experience

Warehouse

On-site

Job ref: 96361_1781018770 View

Permanent CNC Programmer

Chelmsford aerospace manufacturer seeks a hands-on CNC Programmer for 5-axis milling on Hermle & DMG MORI machines. Precision parts, real shop-floor work from day one.

£40,000 - £50,000 p/a

Chelmsford, Essex

Depending on experience

Manufacturing

On-site

Job ref: 94994_1779176991 View

Permanent Assistant Warehouse Manager

Prime Appointments are working with a fast-growing and highly successful business in the Chelmsford area to recruit an Assistant Warehouse Manager.

£30,000 - £32,000 p/a

Chelmsford, Essex

Warehouse

On-site

Job ref: CM/HQ009935187_1780066802 View

Permanent Operations Manager

An Operations Manager is need to work for a manufacturing company near Brentwood, candidates need to have come from an engineering environment.

£45,000 - £55,000 p/a

Essex

Depending on experience

Manufacturing

On-site

Job ref: 95835_1781277727 View

Permanent Assistant Buyer

Seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Buyer supporting product selection, supplier coordination, and stock management to drive sales and maintain optimal inventory levels.

£28,000 - £30,000 p/a

Writtle, Essex

bonus

Office & Administration

On-site

Job ref: CEAssistantBuyer_1779810911 View

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Why work in Chelmsford?

Chelmsford is one of Essex’s strongest employment centres, with a mix of corporate offices, local businesses, and public sector employers. The city offers a good balance of career opportunities, shopping, restaurants, and green spaces, making it a popular choice for both work and lifestyle.

How easy is it to commute to Chelmsford?

Chelmsford is very easy to commute to from surrounding areas such as Witham, Braintree, Maldon, South Woodham Ferrers, Brentwood, and Billericay. The A12 and A130 provide strong road links, while Greater Anglia trains connect Chelmsford to London, Colchester, and Ipswich.

Who are the major employers in Chelmsford?

We work with employers across key sectors including office and administration, accountancy and finance, engineering, manufacturing and warehouse Our relationships with businesses based at Chelmsford Business Park, Widford Industrial Estate, and across the city mean we often hear about roles before they go online.