Lead Maintenance Engineer - 4-on 4-off Shifts, Automation

Marshalls PLC; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Sittingbourne is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to manage a team of engineers and ensure optimal production processes. The role involves handling complex equipment and requires strong electrical/mechanical qualifications, alongside relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £55,918 and extensive benefits, including a training program and a pension scheme.

Benefits

34 days of annual leave

Training and development opportunities

5% employer-matched pension

Health care cash plan

Employee discount on products

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a medium/large automated manufacturing operation.
• Experience leading an engineering team preferred but not essential.
• Good understanding of environmental and health and safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure the continuous running of the production process.
• Perform planned and reactive engineering activities.
• Eliminate downtime through effective fault finding.

Skills

Electrical and/or mechanical qualifications

Experience in electrical fault finding

Excellent communication skills

Education

Time served apprenticeship

Tools

PLC knowledge

VSD knowledge

Job description

A leading manufacturer in Sittingbourne is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to manage a team of engineers and ensure optimal production processes. The role involves handling complex equipment and requires strong electrical/mechanical qualifications, alongside relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary of £55,918 and extensive benefits, including a training program and a pension scheme.