Maintenance Engineer

£50,000

Commutable from Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Gravesend, Strood

Night shift: Monday–Thursday

Life Assurance, Pension Scheme, Gym Access, Growing Company

A great opportunity for a Multi‑Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a manufacturing environment. Working under the Engineering Manager, you’ll support the safe, reliable and compliant operation of production, packing and auxiliary equipment.

This role combines both mechanical and electrical responsibilities, covering reactive and preventative maintenance while ensuring engineering standards are upheld.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on production, packing and site equipment
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults, completing repairs and adjustments to engineering standards
• Support equipment changeovers, set‑ups and commissioning activities to ensure efficient production start‑ups
• Maintain accurate engineering records, work orders and spare‑parts usage within the CMMS
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and Technical teams to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Experience as a multi‑skilled engineer within a regulated manufacturing environment (nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food, FMCG or similar)
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills, with familiarity in Root Cause Analysis
• Understanding of GMP, Food Safety principles, safe working practices and engineering compliance
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and engineering documentation
• Competent using CMMS systems, with strong communication skills and a proactive, reliable approach

Benefits:

• £50,000 salary
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Gym Access
• Growing Company

How to apply:

Suitable candidates for the Engineering Stores Person role should apply immediately using the ‘Apply Now’ button by calling Oliver Broderick on 01275 371981 or by sending your CV directly to oliver@hunterselection.co.uk .

We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.

Hunter Selection is an employment consultancy and currently has permanent vacancies for Engineering and Manufacturing professionals throughout the UK. If you are looking for work in this area we may be able to assist you. Contact us directly on 01275 371981 and discuss your requirements with one of our dedicated consultants.