Jobs in Wakefield

Uncover a wealth of job opportunities in Wakefield! This dynamic city offers a thriving employment scene with diverse industries ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to technology and education. Explore job openings in leading companies, startups, and local businesses. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, Wakefield provides a supportive environment for growth. Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture, historical attractions, and excellent quality of life as you pursue your dream job in Wakefield

334 jobs in Wakefield

£33,000 Per Annum

Field Sales Account Manager (City Activation Manager) Location: Wakefield Salary Package: 28,000 base salary + 5,000 car allowance + mileage + bonus A fast growing consumer brand in the vaping sector is expanding its field sales team and looking for energetic, relationship driven Field Sales Account Managers across key UK cities. This is a modern,...

Civils Project Manager Salaray - Negotiable Wakefield - Hybrid Apex Resources Limited are currently seeking an experienced Heavy Civils Project Manager on a temp-to-perm basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, rail, and large-scale civil engineering works, with the potential ...

£40,000 - £45,000 Per Annum

Applicants do not need experience of all of the duties outlined below, as training and support will be provided but applicants must have experience of producing management accounts and working for a manufacturing business. Offering 40-45k, study support for CIMA or ACCA (if desired), ad hoc home working, lots of training and support, the opportunit...

£60,000 Per Annum

Senior Health and Safety Advisor Wakefield Circa 60,000 + Car/Car AllowanceThis is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation within the energy and infrastructure sector as a Senior Health and Safety Advisor. The role involves overseeing safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) across a diverse portfolio, including newly acquired...

£50,000 - £60,000 Per Annum

Thorn Baker Construction are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager or Senior Site Manager with good knowledge of timber frame or SIP Buildings. Working for an exciting company that specialise in bespoke buildings, this companies projects are featured regularly on Grand Designs, you really will get the chance to work on some truly unique building...

£90,000 - £100,000 Per Annum

Planning Manager - Rail/Civils - WakefieldOur client, a prestigious main contractor are recruiting for a Planning Manager to lead the Planning team working on large scale Rail and Civil engineering projects. They are a top tier organisational working on exciting projects.Remuneration: (Apply online only) Plus Car allowance and benefitsLocation:Wake...

£55,000 - £60,000 Per Annum

Sector: Self-Build, Offsite, SIPsThis family oriented business takes great pride in designing and manufacturing high-performance self-build projects throughout the UK. They are incredibly busy and have a very healthy order book going into 2025. Due to the demand for their bespoke buildings they are now seeking to appoint an additional Contacts Mana...

Site Manager

NewPosted 02 Jun 2026Optio Resourcing
£280 - £300 Per Day

Site Manager, Retail Construction Nationwide Optio Resourcing is working with a portfolio of leading retail contractors on an ongoing basis and we're building our network of experienced Site Managers ahead of upcoming project awards. If you're a Site Manager with a background in retail fit-out or refurbishment, whether that's supermarkets, c...

£34,000 - £39,000 Per Annum

We are recruiting for an experienced and hands-on Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations within a busy engineering and fabrication environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive manufacturing professional who enjoys leading teams, driving performance, and ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the hi...

£33,000 - £37,000 Per Annum

Futures are looking for a Project Coordinator to join our client, a well known and rapidly growing manufacturer in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator or coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys supporting operational teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Working cl...

Wakefield offers employment in logistics, distribution, food manufacturing, and public services. Key employers include Wakefield Council, the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, and a range of distribution firms around the Wakefield Europort area. Wakefield Westgate station provides rail services to London King's Cross in around two hours and to Leeds in 15 minutes. The M1, M62, and A1(M) converge nearby, making Wakefield one of the best-connected towns in Yorkshire for road transport. The cost of living is affordable, with housing costs well below the Leeds and national averages. Its strategic location makes it practical for commuting to Leeds, Sheffield, or Doncaster.

Wakefield Jobs by Type

Full Time Jobs in Wakefield

Browse 334 full time vacancies in Wakefield, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.

Permanent Jobs in Wakefield

Permanent roles in Wakefield suit candidates looking for the structure and commitment this work pattern offers. There are currently 334 permanent positions available.

Top Sectors Hiring in Wakefield

Management Jobs in Wakefield

Management continues to be one of the larger employers in Wakefield, with 204 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.

Administration Jobs in Wakefield

Search the latest 159 administration opportunities in Wakefield, from established local employers and national brands hiring in the area.

Remote Jobs in Wakefield

Search the latest 115 remote opportunities in Wakefield, from established local employers and national brands hiring in the area.

Information Technology Jobs in Wakefield

Information Technology continues to be one of the larger employers in Wakefield, with 47 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.

Healthcare Jobs in Wakefield

Healthcare continues to be one of the larger employers in Wakefield, with 46 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.

Wakefield Jobs by Salary

Jobs in Wakefield at least £75,000

Browse 5 higher-paying jobs in Wakefield listed at least £75,000. Salary information is shown alongside each role below.

Jobs in Wakefield at least £50,000

There are 44 positions in Wakefield paying at least £50,000. Use the salary filter to refine further or open each role for full details.

Jobs in Wakefield at least £40,000

53 of the jobs in Wakefield pay at least £40,000. These tend to be the more senior or specialist roles requiring relevant experience or qualifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of jobs are available in Wakefield?

There are 334 jobs in Wakefield, with top sectors including Management, Administration, Remote.


Are there full-time and part-time jobs in Wakefield?

There are 334 full-time and 0 part-time jobs in Wakefield.


What salary can I expect for jobs in Wakefield?

Of the 334 jobs in Wakefield, 5 pay at least £75,000 and 44 pay at least £50,000.


How often are new jobs in Wakefield posted?

249 jobs in Wakefield were posted in the last 7 days.

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