Jobs in Durham

Looking for jobs in Durham? Discover a wealth of career opportunities in this historic city, famous for its stunning Durham Cathedral and Castle. Whether you're seeking academic roles at Durham University, hospitality positions at local favourites like the Radisson Blu Hotel, or retail jobs at the Prince Bishops Shopping Centre, Durham has something for everyone. Become part of a thriving community and work with businesses that contribute to Durham's unique charm and vitality. Explore our job listings to find your perfect role today!

1,848 jobs in Durham

£13 - £14 Per Hour

Work Strata are delighted to be looking for a Warehouse Operatives to work for a busy ecommerce warehouse in DL4. As a Warehouse Operative you will be working in a fast paced and exciting environment, your day to day will change such as the different operations of the business but your main responsibilities will be to pick and pack items, unload de...

Groundworker

NewPosted 04 Jun 2026Daniel Owen Ltd
£19 - £20 Per Hour

3x experienced Groundworkers needed on a Commercial Site in Durham DH1Starting ASAP for ongoing workFloor Slabs, Trimming up Stone, Services, Ducts, Roads & Sewers Rate is negotiable - we can pay CIS, Umbrella and PAYE39 hours minimum per weekCSCS Card and previous experience is essentialPlant tickets desired but not essential To apply for this rol...

Team Leader - Children and Young People Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties Base salary of 35,400 - 42,664. Bonuses: Up to 3 sleep-ins per month, paid at 80 per sleep-in, plus attendance allowance up to 1,400 per year Location- Darlington Working in our Children's Home means becoming part of a young person's day-to-day life. It means being ther...

£20 - £21 Per Hour

Telehandler Operator (WITH Underslung/Suspended Loads) required for work in Durham DH1Working on a Commercial Project - 8 Week projectMUST have Suspended LoadsMinimum 39hrs per week Rate is negotiable - we can pay CIS, Umbrella and PAYECPCS OR NPORS and previous experience is essential To apply for this role you must be able to provide the followin...

Lead workshop, refurbishment and stores performance Wolviston Management Services is proud to be working in partnership with Tioxide to recruit a Workshop Lead for their Greatham site. This is a key engineering leadership role where you will lead the onsite workshop, equipment refurbishment team and onsite equipment and materials stores faciliti...

£53,000 Per Annum

Engineering Shift Supervisor Location: Stockton-on-TeesSalary: £53,000Contract: PermanentPay: Weekly paidShift Pattern: Rotating weekly shifts - 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6amWorking Pattern: Monday-Friday on days/afternoons and Sunday-Thursday on nightsOvertime: Paid at 1.33Benefits: Company pension, life cover, no bank holiday working Company Overv...

Project Planner

NewPosted 02 Jun 2026Manpower UK Ltd
£450 - £459 Per Day

Role: Site plannerLocation: Port of Nigg(working pattern is 12 hours / 14 days)Duration: 6 monthRate: 459/dayInside IR35 Reports To: Site Manager / Project Planning Lead The working pattern is 12 hours / 14 days, excluding travels. Accommodation will be made available by GEV. Travel days paid 80%. Max reimbursement of T&L up to 900GBP/ rotation. P...

£28,000 - £32,000 Per Annum

We are working with a leading Civil Engineering organisation on the recruitment of a Document Controller. The role will involve managing all project documentation from conception to completion. The position-holder will act as the gatekeeper for blueprints, contracts, and compliance records, ensuring all teams work from up to date information. Key ...

£35,000 - £45,000 Per Annum

Mid / Senior Architectural Technologist Residential, Student Accommodation & High-Rise Projects £35,000 £45,000 We are seeking a Mid- or Senior-level Architectural Technologist or Architectural Technician with strong UK project experience across residential-led developments, including high-rise residential, student accommodation, Build-to-Rent (BTR...

NES Fircroft are happy to be working with a manufacturing company in Hartlepool. They are looking for Forklift Drivers to support their busy and ever-expanding warehouse operations, covering weekend shifts. Initial work into 2027 though may have the chance to become a permanent / long-term opportunity. Overview: Other than the first few weeks of ...

Durham offers employment opportunities in higher education, healthcare, public administration, and tourism. Durham University is a major employer alongside County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust and Durham County Council. The city's railway station sits on the East Coast Main Line, providing direct services to London King's Cross in under three hours and to Newcastle in around 15 minutes. The A1(M) provides fast road access north and south. The cost of living in Durham is relatively low compared to southern England, with affordable housing and everyday expenses. The city's UNESCO World Heritage Site status drives a steady tourism economy and related hospitality employment.

Durham Jobs by Type

Full Time Jobs in Durham

Full Time roles in Durham suit candidates looking for the structure and commitment this work pattern offers. There are currently 1,848 full time positions available.

Permanent Jobs in Durham

Browse 1,827 permanent vacancies in Durham, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.

Contract Jobs in Durham

Browse 11 contract vacancies in Durham, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.

Temporary Jobs in Durham

Browse 10 temporary vacancies in Durham, covering a range of employers and seniority levels. Apply directly through the listings below.

Top Sectors Hiring in Durham

Management Jobs in Durham

Management continues to be one of the larger employers in Durham, with 579 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.

Administration Jobs in Durham

There are 429 administration jobs in Durham on the board today. Employers in this sector frequently recruit for both permanent and contract roles.

Remote Jobs in Durham

Search the latest 300 remote opportunities in Durham, from established local employers and national brands hiring in the area.

Call Centre Jobs in Durham

There are 287 call centre jobs in Durham on the board today. Employers in this sector frequently recruit for both permanent and contract roles.

Catering Jobs in Durham

Catering continues to be one of the larger employers in Durham, with 205 active vacancies. Roles span entry-level through to senior and specialist positions.

Durham Jobs by Salary

Jobs in Durham at least £75,000

Browse 1 higher-paying jobs in Durham listed at least £75,000. Salary information is shown alongside each role below.

Jobs in Durham at least £50,000

6 of the jobs in Durham pay at least £50,000. These tend to be the more senior or specialist roles requiring relevant experience or qualifications.

Jobs in Durham at least £40,000

Browse 13 higher-paying jobs in Durham listed at least £40,000. Salary information is shown alongside each role below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of jobs are available in Durham?

There are 1,848 jobs in Durham, with top sectors including Management, Administration, Remote.


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

There are 1,848 full-time and 0 part-time jobs in Durham.


What salary can I expect for jobs in Durham?

Of the 1,848 jobs in Durham, 1 pay at least £75,000 and 6 pay at least £50,000.


How often are new jobs in Durham posted?

1,639 jobs in Durham were posted in the last 7 days.

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