Maintenance Engineer

Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their team in Sissinghurst, Kent. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our factory machinery and facilities. You will work alongside the Maintenance Manager to keep machinery and premises in top condition, contributing to the overall efficiency of our production process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fault Diagnosis & Repair: Quickly identify and resolve engineering faults on factory machinery, ensuring minimal disruption to operations
• Maintenance & Cleaning: Maintain and clean factory machinery, ensuring it operates efficiently and safely
• Support to Maintenance Manager: Assist in the repair and upkeep of machinery, buildings, grounds, and other structures as needed
• Premises Maintenance: Ensure that both internal and external areas of the premises are kept to a high standard of cleanliness and maintenance
• Workshop Safety: Keep the maintenance workshop a clean and safe environment, adhering to health and safety regulations
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities and repairs conducted
• Training: Undertake training and development as needed, in agreement with the Maintenance Manager, to stay up-to-date with new systems and technologies

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience & Skills: A solid background in engineering with practical experience in maintaining and repairing machinery. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify faults and implement solutions independently or within a team
• Teamwork & Initiative: Strong ability to collaborate with others while also demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently when required
• Health & Safety Awareness: A commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised work environment
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out to the highest standards

How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and reliable engineer looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for the role.

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