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Shift Engineer
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 52,000 - 53,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Shift Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Salary: £53,000 + Plenty of Overtime
Shifts: Days & Nights – 12-hour shifts (7am–7pm / 7pm–7am)
Rota: 4-week rolling rota – 3 on 3 off | 2 on 2 off | 3 on 4 off | 3 on 2 off | 3 on 4 off
The Role
We are looking for a reliable and skilled Mechanical or Electrical Shift Engineer to join our established engineering team at a leading industrial facility in Gravesend. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient running of plant equipment, responding to breakdowns, and carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across the site.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company offering excellent training, development, and long-term career prospects.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across site machinery and equipment
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Diagnose mechanical/electrical faults and complete effective repairs
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Support continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
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Complete shift reports, handovers and maintenance documentation
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Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with site procedures
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Work effectively as part of a multi-skilled engineering team
Skills & Experience
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Recognised Mechanical or Electrical engineering qualification (NVQ / City & Guilds / HNC or similar)
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Experience in an industrial, manufacturing, production, or FMCG environment
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Strong fault-finding skills with the ability to work under pressure
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Good understanding of health & safety standards
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
What’s on Offer
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£53,000 salary
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Days & Nights – 12-hour shifts on a 4-week rolling rota
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Plenty of overtime available
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Excellent training and development opportunities
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20 days shift holiday
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Company pension scheme
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Life insurance
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Supportive team culture and long-term progression
How to Apply
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