Maintenance Engineer - Days - Manufacturing

Find Apprenticeships; Ashford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company near Ashford, Kent, is looking for a Maintenance Engineer for a permanent role focused on planned maintenance and breakdowns in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Ideal candidates will have mechanical or electrical qualifications and hands-on experience. This role offers a competitive salary, Monday to Friday working hours, and excellent career progression. Join a supportive team culture where staff are valued and trained to grow.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in FMCG/high-speed packaging.
• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical skills maintaining production machinery.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance on production machinery.
• Attend breakdowns in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Use initiative to identify and solve engineering problems.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical fault finding

Preventive maintenance

Problem-solving

Education

Recognised Mechanical or Electrical qualification

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer - Days (Ashford, Kent)
Salary: 45,000 + Benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6am-2pm (37.5 hours per week)
Sector: FMCG / High-Speed Packaging Manufacturing

We're seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join a leading international manufacturer based near Ashford, Kent. This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent day role with excellent pay, great benefits, and genuine opportunities for career progression.

The successful Maintenance Engineer will join a supportive and friendly team where staff are treated well and given every chance to grow. This company is known for promoting from within and offering additional training and development to enhance your skills.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned preventive maintenance on production machinery
• Attending breakdowns in a fast-paced FMCG environment
• Mechanical and/or electrical fault finding and repair
• Using initiative to identify and solve engineering problems
• Ensuring work is completed safely and in line with site procedures

Qualifications & Experience

• Recognised Mechanical or Electrical qualification (Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, NVQ, or equivalent)
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in FMCG / high-speed packaging
• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical skills maintaining production machinery
• Ability to work independently on nights and as part of a small, close-knit team

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of 46,000 for a 37.5-hour week
• Monday to Friday days - no weekends and no night
• Excellent career progression and skill development opportunities
• Supportive, friendly team culture with long-term stability

Commutable from Ashford, Maidstone, Folkestone, Charing, Canterbury, Winchelsea, Kingsnorth, Sittingbourne, Dover, Rochester, Chatham, Aylesford, Snodland, Strood, Sevenoaks and other parts of Kent.

How to Apply

How to apply for the Maintenance Engineer role.

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