Sector focus
Jobs in industry and engineering, at the heart of France's reindustrialisation
The industry and engineering sector offers a wide variety of job opportunities: production operator, maintenance technician, welder, boilermaker, forklift driver, quality officer, draughtsman, engineer, etc. Driven by the country's reindustrialisation and major energy projects, it offers stable jobs, qualifying training and real career paths. It is the most resilient sector in the job market. Partnering with industrial sites in your region, our teams are here to help you find your place!
211,000
Recruitment plans in 2026
100,000
Planned recruitments in the nuclear sector alone by 2035
In concrete terms
What's in it for you
Varying your work environments
The industry allows you to discover different sites and technologies.
Developing highly sought-after expertise
You build your skills, from production to maintenance.
Benefiting from major industrial projects
Reindustrialisation and energy sectors are creating massive needs.
Upskilling without a degree
Industry remains one of the sectors most open to profiles without initial qualifications.
FAQ
Your questions, our answers
The most sought-after jobs in temporary industrial work are production operators, manufacturing agents, forklift drivers, welders, maintenance technicians, boilermakers and quality officers. The food industry, metallurgy, energy and aeronautics sectors account for a large share of these needs.
Yes, many operator or production worker positions are open without qualifications, with training provided on the job. On the other hand, skilled trades like welding or maintenance require vocational certificates or equivalent experience. Temporary work often allows you to train and build your skills.
Industry often operates on shift schedules: 2x8, 3x8, and sometimes night or weekend shifts depending on the site. These schedules qualify for shift, night or meal allowances, which significantly increase pay. Some positions, particularly in maintenance or design offices, are daytime hours.
An operator's salary typically starts at the minimum wage (SMIC) and increases with shift, night, and productivity bonuses, as well as experience. For temporary contracts, end-of-assignment bonuses and paid leave allowances are added. Skilled trades such as welding, machining, or maintenance offer significantly higher salaries.
Yes, industry is the sector with the highest share of long-term recruitment, driven by reindustrialisation and major energy projects. Temporary work often acts as an extended trial period, with many assignments leading to permanent contracts (CDI) or permanent temporary contracts (CDI intérimaire).
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