Maintenance Engineer

CV Technical; Rochester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Rochester is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong bias in electrical or mechanical maintenance. This role involves planned and preventative maintenance, fault finding, and collaboration within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Engineering and experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position offers great career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ideally FMCG.
• A proactive, hands-on mindset is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose issues with chains, belts, bearings, sensors, and relays.
• Collaborate with a motivated team to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience

Fault finding on PLCs

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Strong troubleshooting skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Job description

Overview

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical or Mechanical Bias)

Location: Rochester / Kent

Salary: 45,000 - 53,000 per annum

Shifts: 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights

We're excited to be hiring Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineers for an industry-leading company in the Swanley area. If you've got hands-on maintenance experience in FMCG or Manufacturing, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to grow with a forward-thinking business that values its team and invests in upskilling and career progression. A great move for your CV and your future.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
• Fault finding on PLCs (Siemens/Allen Bradley - desirable)
• Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pumps, and valves
• Diagnosing issues with chains, belts, bearings, sensors, relays, and drives
• Collaborating with a motivated team that has a strong can-do attitude

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
• Previous experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment (ideally FMCG)
• A strong mechanical or electrical bias with a multi-skilled approach
• A proactive, hands-on mindset with solid troubleshooting skills

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a growing company with real career potential.

For a confidential chat, contact James Reep:

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We look forward to hearing from you!