Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer
đź“Ť Location: Rochester, Kent
đź’· Salary: ÂŁ57,750 per annum
⏰ Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (Days & Nights)
The Role:
We are currently recruiting for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing site in Rochester. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining production equipment, reducing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement across the site.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure all machinery and equipment are maintained to optimum operational standards
• React quickly to faults and breakdowns using effective fault-finding techniques
• Minimise breakdowns through planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• Communicate clearly with production teams to plan downtime and repairs
• Maintain stock levels of critical spare parts and service components
• Carry out maintenance work safely and in line with health & safety regulations
• Assist with installation and commissioning of new machinery
• Use CMMS to log maintenance activity and diagnostics
• Continuously develop technical knowledge through training and best-practice benchmarking
Candidate Requirements
• Proven experience as a Multi-Skilled Engineer in a manufacturing environment
• Electrical apprenticeship served (City & Guilds, HNC, ONC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent – 18th Edition preferred)
• Strong electrical background with good mechanical knowledge
• Experience with PLC fault-finding & diagnostics
• Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills
• Strong attention to detail and proactive mindset
• Experience using CMMS systems
• Good communication skills with a minimum of B2 level English
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritise effectively
Shift Pattern:
• 4 on / 4 off rotating shifts
• 07:00–19:00 and 12:00–24:00
• During peak periods, shifts may change to 09:00–21:00
Benefits:
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (with potential to earn more based on service)
• Pension scheme
• Fortnightly pay
• Learning & development opportunities
• Discretionary Christmas bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free fresh fruit onsite