Carding Maintenance Engineer

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Horsey; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 22d

Bank holidays 8

Shutdown Xmas

Pension 4/5%

Free parking

Onsite canteen

Wellbeing platform

Cycle to work

Uniform provided

Job summary

Kingston Barnes Ltd is seeking a hands-on Carding Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team in Bridgwater. You will maintain, repair and optimise carding machinery to ensure high performance and minimal downtime, supporting production and quality standards.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems, and a proactive approach to maintenance and reliability.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience working with carding machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Proactive approach to maintenance and reliability.
• Commitment to health & safety and quality standards.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on carding equipment.
• Respond quickly and effectively to machinery breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to improve machine reliability.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and mentor operators and apprentices.
• Reduce reliance on external contractors through effective in-house solutions.
• Assist with spare parts management and asset care planning.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance reliability

Independent and team work

Problem-solving

Documentation skills

Health & safety

Mentoring or supporting junior staff

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Textile manufacturing background

Job description

Job Title

Carding Maintenance Engineer

Location

Bridgwater

Department

Engineering

Reporting to

Head of Engineering

Company Overview

Our client is a rapidly growing manufacturing business operating within a specialist materials sector, with projected turnover exceeding £60M this year. The organisation is focused on increasing production capacity, exceeding customer expectations, and delivering high-quality bespoke products within a fast-paced environment.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a hands-on and proactive Carding Engineer to join the engineering team.

You will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimising carding machinery to ensure consistent performance and minimal downtime. This is a key role in supporting production output and maintaining high-quality standards within a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on carding equipment
• Respond quickly and effectively to machinery breakdowns
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
• Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to improve machine reliability
• Maintain accurate maintenance records
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Support and mentor operators and apprentices
• Reduce reliance on external contractors through effective in-house solutions
• Assist with spare parts management and asset care planning
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental standards

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience working with carding machinery in a manufacturing environment
• Strong fault-finding skills across mechanical and electrical systems
• Experience in root cause analysis and continuous improvement
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Methodical and analytical approach to problem-solving
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Proactive approach to maintenance and reliability
• Commitment to health & safety and quality standards
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff

Desirable

• Background in textile manufacturing or similar process-driven industry
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Experience supporting capital projects or equipment upgrades

Salary & Package

• Salary: £61,500 per annum (Relocation Support up to £8,000)
• Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts (2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off)

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Annual leave increases with service (up to 25 days)
• Christmas & New Year shutdown (some leave required)
• Pension: 4% employer / 5% employee
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite canteen
• Health & wellbeing platform (including GP access, discounts, and mental health support)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company uniform provided