Maintenance Engineer – Flexible Shifts | £45k-£55k

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

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.