Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Location: Kent

Salary: £49,000 per annum

Shift Pattern: 4 days on / 4 days off

Overview

An established and fast-paced manufacturing operation in Kent is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to support production reliability across a 24/7 shift environment.

The successful candidate will provide both reactive and planned maintenance support across electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring equipment performance is optimised and downtime is minimised. The role plays a key part in achieving site operational targets while maintaining full compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Engineering

• Respond promptly to electrical and mechanical breakdowns, applying structured fault-finding techniques to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently
• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance activities on production and associated equipment
• Support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
• Assist in the selection and management of spare parts to ensure stock availability
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and capital projects where required
• Provide general facilities and site support as needed

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Rigorously adhere to safe systems of work, including isolation procedures and permit systems
• Promote safe working practices amongst colleagues and contractors
• Follow hygiene, quality and operational standards appropriate to a regulated manufacturing environment
• Support a culture focused on reducing incidents, near misses and operational risk
• Ensure working areas are maintained to high housekeeping standards

Production Support

• Work closely with production teams to reduce downtime and improve equipment performance
• Escalate significant technical issues in a timely and structured manner
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues where appropriate
• Participate in training to enhance both personal capability and departmental performance

Key Accountabilities

• Full completion of scheduled maintenance tasks within designated timeframes
• Timely response and resolution of breakdown incidents
• Contribution to site safety targets, including zero lost time injuries
• Accurate and compliant maintenance documentation
• Active participation in performance improvement initiatives

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship qualification
• Strong mechanical fault-finding capability
• Minimum five years experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems
• Sound understanding of safe working practices
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills and team-focused mindset
• Proactive, adaptable and self-motivated approach

Desirable

• Electrical HNC or equivalent
• Experience working with PLCs and automated control systems
• Exposure to high-speed production or packaging machinery
• Knowledge of regulated manufacturing environments (e.g. food, FMCG or similar)
• Familiarity with structured quality and hygiene standards
• Experience working in temperature-controlled environments

Additional Information

This role involves manual handling activities and working in chilled production areas. It offers a stable opportunity within a structured shift environment, suitable for an experienced engineer seeking long-term progression within a growing manufacturing operation. xbpsjku

Pivt Group LTD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.