Process & Maintenance Engineer in Birchington, Kent

Job Title

Process & Maintenance Engineer

Location

Birchington (you will need your own transport due to location and working hours)

Salary

Competitive

Hours

Monday to Friday 3pm – 12am

Role

The Process & Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for maintaining production and plant equipment to ensure that corporate objectives are achieved.

Benefits

• 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Overtime paid at x1.25
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (with Grocery Aid)
• Access to a benefits hub which gives discounts on shopping, lifestyle and leisure
• Medicash cashback scheme
• Online GP access
• In service life assurance equals one year’s salary
• Enhanced parental leave
• Refer a friend programme

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all production equipment is maintained to the agreed standard.
• Execute planned and preventative maintenance programmes on time and within budget.
• Always ensure Health & Safety policies and processes are being adhered to.
• Fault find and fix equipment as required, whilst maintaining a focus on daily demands.
• Continually review production processes and equipment.
• Monitor performance on equipment against set KPI’s.
• Provide input to continuous improvement to make an effective contribution to the overall running of the business.
• Assist the hygiene team with machine dismantle and reassembly, when required.

Experience and Skills Required

• HNC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an electrical biased engineering discipline or completed an engineering apprenticeship.
• Hold a 17th or 18th edition qualification.
• Display knowledge of PLC systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of mechanical and pneumatic systems.
• Have current knowledge of current legislations – HASAWA, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, WAHR and Electricity at Work Act.
• Solid experience in electrical control and drive circuits.
• Be self‑motivated and able to prioritise workloads in a fast‑paced environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of , , gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, or maternity, race, or belief, sex, or . New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.

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