Maintenance Engineer
Mechanical Bias
CT15, East Kent
Mornings & Afternoon Shifts Mon-Fri
£50,000 per annum
  
Are you a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer within the manufacturing industry? If yes, read on….

My client is a well established, independent, privately owned business which has been operating for over 25 years, based within commutable distance from Canterbury, Dover, Folkestone, Sandwich and Margate.
They are seeking a Maintenance Engineer to take responsibility for their fully automated production line and small team. This role is critical to ensuring smooth production, minimise downtime, and the continued efficiency of the facility. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with FMCG or food & drink production background to step into a key role.

Key Responsibilities: Maintenance Engineer:

• Full responsibility for the maintenance, operation, and performance of the automated production line.
• Lead all preventative and reactive maintenance
• Oversee the on-shift team during production; provide leadership, support, and direction.
• Supervise and work with shift leaders who carry out first-line maintenance, changeovers, and routine checks.
• Take the lead on more complex breakdowns and repairs (e.g. gearboxes, conveyors, bearings).
• Ensure compliance with hygiene and H&S standards.
• Support a professional, safe, and efficient culture on the shop floor.

Experience & Skills Required: Maintenance Engineer:

• A strong background with the maintenance of machinery that would be found in an FMCG environment
• Strong mechanical engineering skills (conveyors, gearboxes, hydraulics, pneumatics); basic electrical knowledge an advantage.
• Proven experience in fault finding, strip-down, and repair of production machinery.
• Knowledge of bottling/packaging lines or transferable industries (e.g. food, beverage, confectionery, or FMCG - Preferred).
• Experience managing a team of people
• Hands-on approach — able to step in and run/repair machinery where required.
• Professional attitude

Salary & Benefits: Lead Maintenance Engineer

• Monday-Friday shifts: 05:00–15:00 or 15:00–01:00.
• £50,000 per annum (DOE).
• Pension scheme
• Holiday Allowance
• Long-term progression and development available

Interested? To apply for this Maintenance Engineer position, here are your two options: 

1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Emma Gilmore on 07537173946 between 7.30am - 4.30pm. 
2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know - emmag@precisionrecruitment.co.uk PPDEL