Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Connect Personnel; Rochester; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer for a manufacturing site in Rochester. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining production equipment, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong electrical background, and excellent problem-solving skills. The position offers competitive salary, rotating shifts, and various employee benefits including holiday days, pension scheme, and development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Fortnightly pay

Learning & development opportunities

Discretionary Christmas bonus

Free onsite parking

Free Wi‑Fi

Free fresh fruit onsite

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi‑Skilled Engineer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong electrical background with good mechanical knowledge.
• Experience using CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all machinery is maintained to operational standards.
• React quickly to faults and breakdowns.
• Communicate clearly with production teams for repairs.
• Maintain stock levels of critical spare parts.

Skills

Problem-solving

PLC fault-finding

Attention to detail

Communication skills (B2 level English)

Education

Electrical apprenticeship (City & Guilds, HNC, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Tools

CMMS systems

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer

📍 Location: Rochester, Kent

💷 Salary: £57,750 per annum

⏰ Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights)

The Role:

We are currently recruiting for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well‑established manufacturing site in Rochester. This is a hands‑on role focused on maintaining production equipment, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained to optimum operational standards
• React quickly to faults and breakdowns using effective fault‑finding techniques
• Minimise breakdowns through planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Communicate clearly with production teams to plan downtime and repairs
• Maintain stock levels of critical spare parts and service components
• Carry out maintenance work safely and in line with health & safety regulations
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery
• Use CMMS to log maintenance activity and diagnostics
• Continuously develop technical knowledge through training and best‑practice benchmarking

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Multi‑Skilled Engineer in a manufacturing environment
• Electrical apprenticeship served (City & Guilds, HNC, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent - 18th Edition preferred)
• Strong electrical background with good mechanical knowledge
• Experience with PLC fault‑finding & diagnostics
• Excellent problem‑solving and diagnostic skills
• Strong attention to detail and proactive mindset
• Experience using CMMS systems
• Good communication skills with a minimum of B2 level English
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritise effectively

Shift Pattern

• 4 on / 4 off rotating shifts
• 07:00-19:00 and 12:00-24:00
• During peak periods, shifts may change to 09:00-21:00

Benefits

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (with potential to earn more based on service)
• Pension scheme
• Fortnightly pay
• Learning & development opportunities
• Discretionary Christmas bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Free Wi‑Fi
• Free fresh fruit onsite