Carding Maintenance Engineer – Reliability & Optimization

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

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.