Maintenance Engineer

Vickerstock; Ashford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Ashford is looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join its team. The role involves ensuring production machinery operates efficiently, with responsibilities covering maintenance, fault diagnosis, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 qualification and relevant maintenance experience. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, along with clear opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in engineering.
• Experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance required.
• Background in food manufacturing or FMCG is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on machinery.
• Conduct planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults and provide lasting engineering solutions.
• Support equipment installations and upgrades.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

Electrical maintenance experience

Strong diagnostic skills

Problem-solving skills

Team-oriented

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £45,000-£55,000 (depending on shift)
Schedule: Various shift options
Location: Kent
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Sector: Food Manufacturing

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join its engineering team in Kent. With modern production facilities and a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established business.

Role Overview

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will ensure the site's production machinery operates safely, efficiently, and with maximum uptime. Working within a fast‑paced food environment, you’ll carry out planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to continuous improvement across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical and mechanical maintenance on production and packaging machinery
• Deliver both planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs
• Diagnose faults and provide effective, lasting engineering solutions
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and improvement projects
• Work closely with production teams to minimise downtime and enhance performance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in line with site and audit requirements
• Ensure all work complies with health & safety and food safety standards

Your Profile

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent engineering qualification
• Mechanical or electrical maintenance experience
• Background in food manufacturing or FMCG highly beneficial
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills in a production environment
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced setting

What You Can Expect

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A supportive, sustainability‑driven international company
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and development
• Autonomy to influence and shape business initiatives