Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanically Biased)

Interaction Recruitment; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment PLC is seeking a hands-on Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer ( mechanically biased ) to join a busy warehouse site in Tonbridge. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of warehouse equipment, conveyors and automated systems, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient operation.

The role emphasises mechanical maintenance with electrical knowledge considered a plus; you will work in a team and also independently, with 4-day 12-hour shifts or 5-day

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance or engineering.
• Experience with conveyors and warehouse machinery.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Electrical knowledge is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnose, fault-find and repair mechanical breakdowns.
• Maintain and repair conveyor belts and related equipment.
• Work on automated systems and general warehouse machinery.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Identify potential mechanical issues and perform preventative repairs.
• Support the wider engineering team with daily maintenance activities.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Fault-finding

Conveyor systems

Warehouse machinery

Electrical knowledge

Teamwork/communication

Job description

Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Mechanically Biased)

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: £40,200 – £50,200 per annum (depending on shift pattern and overtime)

Hours: 7:00am – 7:00pm

Shift Pattern: 4 days per week, with the option to work 5 days

Contract: Permanent

Overtime: Paid after 48 hours

Excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased Maintenance Engineer!

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join the engineering team at a busy fresh produce warehouse in Tonbridge.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on engineer with a strong mechanical background who enjoys fault-finding, problem-solving and keeping machinery and equipment running efficiently.

Ideally, you will have previous experience working within a warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environment, with good knowledge of conveyor systems, automated equipment and general warehouse machinery.

The role is predominantly mechanical, so strong mechanical maintenance and repair skills are essential. Electrical knowledge and experience would be an added advantage.

The Role

Working as part of the site engineering team, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a range of warehouse equipment, conveyor systems and machinery, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the site.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance.
• Diagnosing, fault-finding and repairing mechanical breakdowns.
• Maintaining and repairing conveyor belts and associated equipment.
• Working on automated systems and general warehouse machinery.
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and minimising downtime.
• Identifying potential mechanical issues and carrying out preventative repairs.
• Supporting the wider engineering team with day-to-day maintenance activities.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with site procedures.

About You

We are looking for a practical, hands-on engineer who is confident working independently and as part of a team.

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience in a mechanical maintenance or engineering role.
• A strong mechanical engineering background.
• Experience working with conveyor systems and warehouse machinery.
• Previous experience within a warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to carry out effective repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• A flexible approach and the ability to work well within a busy engineering team.

Electrical knowledge or experience would be beneficial, but the main requirement is a strong mechanical skill set.

Shift Patterns & Salary

There is flexibility around working patterns, with the opportunity to agree your working days with the employer.

• 4-day shift pattern: Four 12-hour shifts per week (7am–7pm).
• 5-day shift pattern: An additional working day is available for those who would prefer to work five days.

Salary will be approximately £40,200 – £50,200 per annum, depending on the shift pattern and overtime worked.

Overtime is paid after 48 hours.

Essential Requirement

You must have your own transport, as the site is located in an area with limited public transport links.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Maintenance Engineer with a strong mechanical background and experience working with conveyors, automated equipment or warehouse machinery, we would love to hear from you.

This is a great opportunity to secure a permanent engineering position offering a competitive salary, flexible working days and the opportunity to become part of an established site engineering team.

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