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A Recruitment Consultancy specialising in:
👷🛕 Construction & Property
👷🏽‍♀️Engineering & Manufacturing
🚚 Logistics & Distribution
📍Bristol

Kingston Barnes is a recruitment consultancy specialising in the Construction, Manufacturing, Technical Engineering & Logistics industries. We provide market-leading permanent, temporary and contract recruitment services to our clients throughout the UK. To us, there’s no such thing as a standard off the shelf bit of recruitment. Every job seeker and every client looking to hire is unique. We unde

rstand the importance of getting recruitment right for you and we’re passionate about delivering the perfect fit, whatever your recruitment needs.

04/09/2026

🎉 Temp of the Month!

A huge congratulations to Gheorge, who has been working with the team at Pieminister since January and has recently been recognised as KB's Temp of the Month!

Gheorge has consistently demonstrated hard work, flexibility and a fantastic willingness to support the team wherever needed. His commitment and positive approach have made a real impact, and he has even been supporting the Production Managers with some of the more complex machinery on site, a great reflection of his developing skills and the trust he has built with the team.

It was fantastic to see Gheorge receive some well-deserved recognition last week, with Sara, Production Supervisor at Pieminister, and our very own Vivien Lorinc presenting him with his certificate and a £50 Amazon voucher.

👏 Well done, Gheorge, a thoroughly deserved achievement! We’re delighted to see your hard work recognised and look forward to seeing what you achieve next.

🏗 Construction & Property
🔧 Engineering & Manufacturing
🚛 Logistics & Distribution

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

31/08/2026

WE’RE HIRING AT KINGSTON BARNES.

KB are looking for a Senior / Principal Recruitment Consultant to help take our Driving & Logistics division up another gear. 🚚

If you’re an experienced 360 recruiter with 2+ years’ experience, know how to build strong relationships, win new business and run a successful desk, we’d love to hear from you.

At Kingston Barnes, we’re not a huge corporate. We’re an independent Bristol business where you’ll have autonomy, a voice and the opportunity to genuinely make your mark.

You’ll be joining an established Driving team, working with great clients and with plenty of opportunity to grow.

🟠 £30k–£35k basic salary
🟠 Genuinely rewarding uncapped bonus scheme
🟠 Paid monthly, quarterly and annually
🟠 Established Driving & Logistics desk
🟠 Independent Bristol business
🟠 Real opportunity to progress

If you’re doing well but feel like you’ve hit a ceiling, aren’t getting the recognition you deserve, or simply fancy doing recruitment somewhere a little differently, let’s have a chat.

No hard sell. Just a coffee and a conversation to see if Kingston Barnes is the right fit for you.

📩 Drop us a message or contact [email protected] for a chat.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

28/08/2026

The UK recruitment market may be showing signs of stabilising, but for construction, manufacturing and logistics, finding the right people remains a major challenge.

Here’s what the latest data is telling us:

🏗️ Construction: CITB warns that demand for construction skills is growing faster than supply, with the industry expected to need 47,000+ additional workers every year by 2029.
(Source: CITB, Industry Picture 2026 & Construction Workforce Outlook 2026–2030)

🏭 Manufacturing: There are around 2.48 million manufacturing jobs across the UK, with technical and specialist skills continuing to play a crucial role in the sector’s future.
(Source: ONS, Workforce Jobs, March 2026)

🚚 Logistics: The sector accounts for around 1.91 million jobs across the UK, highlighting its importance to the wider economy and the continued need to attract and retain skilled people.
(Source: ONS, Workforce Jobs, March 2026)

The UK recorded around 712,000 vacancies between April and June 2026, while the latest KPMG & REC data shows signs of improvement, with permanent recruitment stabilising and temporary vacancies increasing for the first time in two years.
(Sources: ONS, July 2026; KPMG & REC, Report on Jobs, August 2026)

So, what does this mean for employers?: The businesses that treat recruitment as a long-term strategy, rather than simply filling an empty position, will be best placed to secure the talent they need.

At Kingston Barnes, we connect businesses across construction, manufacturing and logistics with the skilled professionals who can help them grow. Whether you’re hiring for your next project, strengthening your workforce or struggling to find a particular skill set, we can help.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

17/08/2026

Happy Anniversary to three incredible people who have helped shape Kingston Barnes. 🥳

🧡 Justin Reynolds – 10 Years
Ten years ago, Justin joined Kingston Barnes to build the Engineering division from the ground up. Fast forward a decade and what a journey it's been. Over 100 clients partnered with, 500+ successful placements, a division with an outstanding reputation, and a team that continues to go from strength to strength. More than the numbers though, Justin has built lasting relationships, earned trust across the market and created something KB is incredibly proud of.

🧡 Molly Lumsden – 5 Years
Some stories are just meant to happen. After meeting KB's Director on a dog walk during Covid, she joined Kingston Barnes to launch the Driving division. Five years on, she's had three promotions, helped build an exceptional team, worked with 50+ clients, become KB's highest performer this year, delivered record temporary recruitment results, and is now on course to beat her own quarterly personal best. An incredible journey that's only just getting started.

🧡 Anna Silverwell – 4 Years
Every successful business needs people behind the scenes who quietly make everything work. Anna is exactly that person.
For the last four years she's been the backbone of KB's support team, ensuring 250+ workers are paid every single week. With over 15,000 timesheets expected to be processed this year, the accuracy, dedication and consistency she brings is nothing short of exceptional. She is quite simply one of the foundations of Kingston Barnes.

Thank you, Justin, Molly and Anna, for everything you've contributed to Kingston Barnes. You've each played a huge part in our story so far.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

11/08/2026

⚙️ Introducing the Kingston Barnes' Manufacturing Success Summit

Something KB has been working on behind the scenes for a long time, and incredibly excited to finally announce.

On 24th September, Kingston Barnes will host the inaugural Manufacturing Success Summit at Aerospace Bristol.

This is more than a networking event. KB are bringing together 100+ manufacturing leaders, directors and decision-makers from across the South West for a morning focused on practical insight, honest conversations and ideas that can make a real difference.

KB will be exploring some of the biggest opportunities and challenges facing manufacturing today, including:

⚙️ Talent & Recruitment
🤖 AI & Automation
🌱 Sustainability
🔐 Cyber Resilience
🎓 Skills & Training
🏆 Leadership & High Performance

James Kingston, Found of Kingston Barnes said: "We’re also delighted to have an incredible line-up of speakers and panel members joining us, including Jim Davison, Michael Duberry, Nick Rogers, Christopher Lennon, Helena Hills, Rob Sinton and the CEO of TrueStart Coffee, with more announcements to come. We’re proud to be bringing together some of the South West’s most ambitious manufacturing businesses for what we hope will become a standout event in the manufacturing calendar."

If you're a manufacturing leader and would like to attend, or you'd like to nominate someone from your business, get in touch with us or Oli Ballard to reserve your place.

📅 24th September
📍 Aerospace Bristol
🚀 [email protected]

09/08/2026

Kingston Barnes' HQ, as drawn by Poppy Victoria May!

A huge thank you to Poppy Victoria May for this incredible hand-drawn illustration of KB's HQ at 36 Queen Square, right in the heart of Bristol. 💙

We’re incredibly proud to call Queen Square home. It’s a fantastic location, easily accessible for wonderful clients and candidates, and, of course, it’s where the recruitment magic happens! ✨

We absolutely love this drawing and think Poppy has captured KB's home perfectly. Thank you so much! 🖼️

Looking for your next career move? Or need help finding the right professional for your team? Get in touch today or pop in and see us!

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

03/08/2026

🔍 Hunting for your next career move? Or searching for the perfect addition to your team?

At Kingston Barnes, we're passionate about bringing talented people and leading businesses together. Whether you're looking to land your dream job or find the right hire for your organisation, our specialist consultants are here to make it happen.

With expertise across:
🏗️ Construction & Property
⚙️ Engineering & Manufacturing
🚚 Logistics & Distribution

We take the time to understand your goals, so we can match the right people with the right opportunities.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

27/07/2026

At Kingston Barnes, we offer top-tier recruitment solutions, connecting great people with great opportunities.

Our consultants are experts in their industries, offering in-depth market knowledge, sector insights, and an understanding of the latest recruitment trends. Whether you're looking to hire or searching for your next opportunity, we're here to help.

📍 Our specialist recruitment sectors:
🏗️ Construction & Property
⚙️ Engineering & Manufacturing
🚚 Logistics & Distribution

Get in touch to discuss your recruitment needs and discover how Kingston Barnes can support your business or career.

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

19/07/2026

Hiring?

Your perfect candidate probably isn't scrolling job boards.

They're busy delivering results for someone else.

That's where we come in. At Kingston Barnes, we don't just advertise vacancies. We proactively identify, approach and engage the people your competitors would rather keep.

Because the best candidates aren't always looking, but we are at Kingston Barnes.

Recruitment that goes beyond the job boards.

🏗 Construction & Property
🔧 Engineering & Manufacturing
🚛 Logistics & Distribution

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

16/07/2026

Recruitment in 2026 isn't just changing. It's moving faster than ever.

The days of simply posting a vacancy and waiting for applications are becoming a thing of the past.

With around 87% of businesses now using AI somewhere in their recruitment process, technology is helping employers work smarter, from screening CVs to identifying talent. But while AI can speed up hiring, it can't replace experience, market knowledge or genuine conversations.

The competition for skilled candidates remains fierce, particularly when many of the best people aren't actively looking for a new role. That's why businesses that take a proactive approach to recruitment are consistently attracting stronger talent and filling vacancies more quickly.

Candidates' expectations have changed too. They want clear communication, a straightforward hiring process and timely feedback. In fact, 66% of candidates are more likely to accept a role after a positive recruitment experience, proving that how you hire is just as important as who you hire.

In 2026, successful recruitment isn't about relying on technology or people alone. It's about combining both to reach the right candidates, build relationships and make better hiring decisions.

🏗 Construction & Property
🔧 Engineering & Manufacturing
🚛 Logistics & Distribution

📧 [email protected]
📞 0117 325 2233
📍 Kingston House, 36 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4QS

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Bristol
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Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 6pm
Thursday	8:30am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 6pm

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http://www.kingstonbarnes.com/

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