Job Description
Shift Engineer
Location: Northfleet
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (12-hour shifts, 05:00-17:00 and 17:00-05:00)
Benefits: Pension scheme, 21 days holiday
We are recruiting for a Shift Engineer to join a well-established international leader in industrial services and textile maintenance.
This business supports clients across healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing by delivering critical textile and hygiene solutions that keep their operations running smoothly.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer with strong mechanical and electrical experience to join a forward-thinking organisation that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As a Shift Engineer, you will report directly to the Engineering Manager and work as part of a close-knit engineering team responsible for ensuring the smooth running of all equipment and infrastructure on site.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Responding to breakdowns in a timely and safe manner to minimise production downtime.
Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities and ensuring schedules are adhered to.
Working collaboratively with your opposite shift engineer to ensure thorough daily handovers and information sharing.
Supporting equipment upgrades, installations,...