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Maintenance Engineer

Job Posted: 9 hours ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: TN27, Biddenden Green, Kent

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 (depending on shift)

Schedule: Various shift options

Location: Kent

Type: Full-time / Permanent

Sector: Food Manufacturing

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join its engineering team in Kent. With modern production facilities and a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will ensure the site’s production machinery operates safely, efficiently, and with maximum uptime. Working within a fast-paced food environment, you'll carry out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to continuous improvement across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

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    Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on production and packaging machinery

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    Deliver both planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs

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    Diagnose faults and provide effective, lasting engineering solutions

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    Support equipment installations, upgrades, and improvement projects

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    Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and enhance performance

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    Maintain accurate maintenance records in line with site and audit requirements

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    Ensure all work complies with health & safety and food safety standards

Your Profile

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    NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification

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    Mechanical or electrical maintenance experience

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    Background in food manufacturing or FMCG highly beneficial

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    Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills in a production environment

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    Self-motivated, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced setting

What You Can Expect

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    Competitive salary and benefits package

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    A supportive, sustainability-driven international company

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    Clear opportunities for professional growth and development

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    Autonomy to influence and shape business initiatives

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