Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Description

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Location: DartfordSalary: GBP40,000 - GBP50,000 (DOE)Hours: 8am - 5pm (Day Shifts)Type: Full-time Permanent

? Company Overview: A long-established, family-run business operating over 600 hectares across multiple farm sites in the South East of England. The company cultivates around 100 different crops annually and serves a diverse customer base including major supermarket chains, wholesalers, premium restaurants, airlines, schools, and the general public.

In addition to growing its own produce, the company also sources from other UK and international growers to offer customers a comprehensive and year-round product range. The organisation is known for its innovation, sustainability practices, and commitment to quality in both production and distribution.

Job Description: This is a multi-skilled engineering role with a 50/50 split between mechanical and electrical responsibilities. The role is hands-on and critical to the smooth running of processing and packaging operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on food processing and packaging machinery

Respond rapidly and effectively to machinery breakdowns

Diagnose and repair faults in:

Electrical systems (motors, control circuits, motion control, encoders, PLCs, sensors)

Mechanical systems (fabrication, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, machining, thermodynamics)

Instrumentation and automation

Oversee external contractors when required, including cost approval and logging

Support production teams with machinery changeovers and setup

Manufacture and repair component parts for in-house machinery

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on asset and process optimisation

Take part in decision-making for new machinery purchases and upgrades

? Candidate Profile: Essential Qualifications / Experience:

Completed engineering apprenticeship (e.g. C&G / EAL NVQ Level 3 or 4, or equivalent diploma)

Sound understanding of both mechanical and electrical engineering principles

Familiarity with the IET Wiring Regulations (C&G Level 3) - must be achieved within 12 months if not already held

Desirable Attributes:

Proactive, self-sufficient, and able to work independently

Comfortable in a fast-paced production environment

Hands-on experience in the food, FMCG, or manufacturing sector preferred

Ad ID: 5417132781