Multi-Skilled Engineer

Recruitment Solutions (Folkestone) Limited; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer for a 6-month contract in Folkestone. The role involves maintenance, repair, and optimisation of production machinery in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Candidates should have experience in automated FMCG, a strong background in processing and packaging, and relevant mechanical and electrical qualifications. The position offers a competitive rate and a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Experience in an automated FMCG environment.
• Strong background in processing and packaging machinery.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, repair, and optimisation of production and plant equipment.
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, PLC, and robotic issues.
• Clear communication at shift handovers and reporting updates to supervisors.
• Prioritise engineering tasks based on plant and production needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, PLC and robotic issues.
• Complete routine checks and ensure equipment runs within specification.
• Support continuous improvement and SMED projects.
• Communicate at shift handovers and report updates to supervisors.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Automation

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical & Electrical qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3)

Job description

Ref: CPENG Salary: £Excellent Contract Type: Contract Location: Folkestone

Multi-Skilled Engineer – 6 Month Contract

Mon–Fri | 40 hours per week | FMCG | Immediate Start

We’re looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join our team on a 6-month contract, supporting maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement across our fast-paced FMCG site. If you’re experienced in both mechanical and electrical engineering and enjoy problem‑solving in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and optimisation of production and plant equipment, ensuring machinery operates safely and efficiently. You’ll also contribute to site performance improvements (OEE), support quality standards, and follow GMP and Health & Safety procedures.

Reactive, planned, preventative & predictive maintenance across the site.

Prioritising engineering tasks based on plant and production needs.

Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, PLC, and robotic issues.

Completing routine checks and ensuring equipment runs within specification.

Supporting continuous improvement and SMED projects.

Clear communication at shift handovers and reporting updates to supervisors.

About You

We’re looking for an engineer with:

Experience in an automated FMCG environment.

Strong background in processing and packaging machinery.

Mechanical & Electrical qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3).

A proactive, “can-do” approach and strong problem‑solving skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

6-month contract

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday

Competitive hourly/daily rate (please add if you'd like me to include)

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