Maintenance Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Kent is seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal operation of production machinery. You will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, support installations, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that values sustainability and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Sustainability-driven work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical or electrical maintenance.
• Background in food manufacturing or FMCG is beneficial.
• Self-motivated and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on production and packaging machinery.
• Deliver planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults and provide effective engineering solutions.
• Support equipment installations and upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and food safety standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Problem-solving skills

Team-oriented

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds or equivalent

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