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Maintenance Engineer
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 52,500 - 52,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Maintenance Engineer – Days Only (4 on 4 off)
£52,500 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits**
Are you a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a long-term role within a stable, growing business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped manufacturing site operating cutting-edge automation and packaging machinery.
We are seeking a proactive, safety-focused engineer who enjoys a varied workload, thrives under pressure, and can work both independently and as part of a strong team.
The Role
You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all site machinery, carrying out a mix of reactive maintenance and long-term improvement work. Key responsibilities include:
Carrying out electrical and mechanical maintenance across a range of production and packaging equipment
Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively to minimise downtime
Supporting the introduction and development of a new PPM schedule
Ensuring safe isolation of equipment in line with legislation and best practice
Working closely with the Engineering Manager to prioritise tasks
Participating in engineering and non-engineering projects to support site development
Providing continuous improvement support to help optimise plant performance
Key Competencies
Strong electrical bias with mechanical capability
Safety-driven approach to all engineering activities
Effective communicator able to work well with a diverse team
Skilled in fault finding, diagnostics, and problem solving
Able to manage a busy workload and make sound technical decisions under pressure
Equipment & Systems Exposure
You’ll work on a range of machinery and components including:
Motors, sensors, relays
Bearings, belts, chains, pumps
Flow wrappers, case packers, graders
Robots and automated packaging lines
Control systems, conveyors, and MAF Roda machinery
Shift Pattern
Days only – NO NIGHTS
Week 1: 4 on 4 off (7am – 7pm)
Week 2: 4 on 4 off (12pm – 12am)
Average 42 hours per week
Salary & Benefits
£52,500 annual salary
Annual bonus up to 5%
Fortnightly pay
Free onsite parking
Free Wi-Fi
Additional site perks including fresh produce
22.5 days holiday (including bank holidays)
What We’re Looking For
A motivated, hands-on engineer who wants to join a long-term family-style environment and contribute to an exciting period of growth. Must be comfortable working alongside a diverse engineering team and have strong factory maintenance experienceBefore You Apply
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