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Maintenance engineer

Canterbury
Permanent
Reed
Maintenance engineer
€40,000 a year
Posted: 2 February
Offer description

Role Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join a busy on-site Maintenance team. You will play a key role in ensuring equipment, facilities, and internal customers are fully supported. This includes:

* Performing Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) across plant and facility equipment
* Responding to reactive maintenance requests and equipment failures
* Supporting continuous improvement across manufacturing operations
* Assisting with projects such as new equipment installations, site upgrades, and sustainability initiatives

You will also contribute to implementing departmental improvements that increase efficiency, flexibilityand overall performance.


Rotating Shift Pattern - Days!


Maintenance & Breakdown Response

* Diagnose faults and determine root causes of equipment or component breakdowns
* Repair, replace, and test parts to ensure equipment operation
* Complete PPM tasks, including condition-based monitoring, and identify required remedial works
* Provide prompt responses to unplanned breakdowns and emergencies


Technical & Operational Duties

* Use the CMMS system to prioritise tasks and support team discussions
* Maintain tools and equipment to required standards
* Work with PLCs, hydraulic, pneumatic and other specialist manufacturing systems
* Install electrical and/or mechanical plant equipment such as control panels and fixed wiring
* Support facilities maintenance across buildings, roadways, water systems, and communication systems
* Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and operating documentation
* Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting requirements


Additional Duties

* Support procurement processes such as sourcing components and raising purchase orders
* Identify process gaps and propose solutions
* Support business needs requiring overtime
* Carry out any reasonable additional duties as required


Essential Qualifications

* GCSE Maths & English Grade 5 (or equivalent)
* NVQ Level 3 in an Engineering discipline (or equivalent)


Essential Experience

* Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar maintenance engineering role


Essential Technical Skills

* Strong understanding of engineering principles across electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumaticor water systems
* Ability to interpret wiring, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams
* Broad technical fault-finding abilities


Skills & Competencies

* Patient and diligent problem-solver
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Computer literate with ability to log work, communicate with suppliers, and raise purchase orders


Desirable Qualifications

* Completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship
* IOSH Working Safely or equivalent
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* Software or automation training


Desirable Technical Knowledge

* Familiarity with CNC machinery, automation, injection moulding, or plating processes


Health & Safety Responsibilities

* Demonstrate a proactive approach to site safety and environmental considerations
* Ensure safe working practices are followed by employees, contractors, and visitors
* Properly use all provided safety equipment and follow site procedures

If you would like more information simply get in touch with an updated profile and we will be in touch!

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