Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Faversham; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Automation business seeks an experienced Maintenance Engineer for its Faversham facility. The successful candidate will ensure high equipment availability, conducting maintenance, diagnosing issues, and improving practices. Attractive salary and a strong emphasis on team collaboration and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Fantastic Benefits & Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in handling and automation environments is desirable.
• Multi Skilled Engineer with an Electrical bias (70/30).

Responsibilities

• Identify and rectify machinery faults for optimal performance.
• Undertake planned maintenance and support production plants.
• Train staff on machinery and operational processes.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Technical Experience

Collaboration

Education

Apprentice trained

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £53,500 Per Annum + Fantastic Benefits & Culture
Location: Faversham
4 on 4 off Days / Nights
Gap Technical is proud to be partnering with a leading Automation business in their search for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their Faversham Facility. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and reputable organisation.

Performance Objectives

As a Multi-Skilled Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer , you will play a vital role in ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime across all production equipment. Drawing on your technical experience and problem-solving abilities, you will:

• Identify and rectify root causes of machinery faults, supporting both day-to-day maintenance and long-term improvements.




• Undertake planned maintenance, breakdown response, and annual overhauls to ensure high equipment availability and reliability.




• Provide training and guidance to new and existing staff on machinery and operational processes.




• Maintain and calibrate critical machine settings to support improved efficiency and product quality.




• Collaborate with production teams to plan and execute proactive maintenance strategies.




• Offer support and cover across teams as needed to meet operational demands.




• Drive initiatives to improve engineering practices, reduce downtime, and optimise plant performance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Handling and Automation environment (this would be highly desirable).




• Multi Skilled Engineer Electrically Bias 70/30




• Apprentice trained




• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV via the Apply Now option. For further information or to discuss other opportunities, feel free to reach out.
Gap Technical is operating as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.