Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support production processes at a manufacturing facility. The role involves both electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and assisting with new equipment installations. Ideal candidates will have engineering qualifications and practical experience in a manufacturing environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, private health plan, and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Outstanding pension package

Bupa Private Health

25 days holiday

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Preferably a 60/40 electrical bias.
• Practical electrical and mechanical experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with safe work environments and systems such as Permit to Work; IOSH certification is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance across all business functions.
• Assist with new equipment installations, including industrial wiring tasks.
• Collaborate with suppliers for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Computer literacy

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC, ONC)

Tools

Industrial machinery

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Biased)

Location: Kent

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, Core hours 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm

Salary: Competitive

Join a growing company with a longstanding family business heritage, manufacturing hop products and supplying to the world's finest breweries. We are seeking a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer to enhance our skilled team, supporting diverse production processes and building services.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the production team to undertake planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance across all business functions.
• Utilise your engineering skills to develop solutions and support continuous improvement activities to optimise processing performance.
• Assist the Engineering Manager and projects team with new equipment installations, including industrial wiring tasks.
• Engage in both electrical and mechanical troubleshooting to rapidly diagnose and resolve control and instrumentation faults.
• Collaborate with suppliers and third-party resources for maintenance tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Preferably a 60/40 electrical bias.
• Engineering qualification such as an apprenticeship with HNC, ONC, or equivalent.
• Practical electrical and mechanical experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with safe work environments and systems such as Permit to Work; IOSH certification is preferable.
• Experience with pumps, motors and inverters, steam systems, pipework, compressed air systems, and more.
• Knowledge of food-grade areas and HACCP systems.
• Computer literacy in Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and outstanding pension package.
• Bupa Private Health and Bupa Wellness Cash Plan.
• MyBenefits flexible benefits scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bonuses.
• Free on-site parking.

To apply for this Maintenance Engineer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in joining our team