Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Location: Aylesford, KentType: Full-time, PermanentShift Pattern: Rotating / site-based

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician to join a busy manufacturing/production environment. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and improving both production and facility equipment in line with current legislation, health & safety standards, and site maintenance systems. You'll play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, minimising downtime, and supporting production operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and routine equipment checks
• Diagnose faults and respond promptly to site breakdowns
• Perform reactive and proactive maintenance to minimise downtime
• Support production teams as required to meet operational demands
• Complete weekly site inspections and maintain accurate maintenance records
• Carry out equipment installations and modifications in line with current regulations
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and food safety standards at all times
• Liaise with contractors and chaperone visitors when required
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across work areas and workshops
• Monitor spare parts stock levels and report requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Ensure clear communication and effective handovers between shifts
• Undertake any additional reasonable duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Relevant engineering qualification (minimum NVQ Level 2 or 3 / Engineering NC)
• Electrical or mechanical bias (multi-skilled preferred)
• Electrical competency (e.g. 18th Edition desirable)
• Experience working in a manufacturing, food, or production environment
• Confident using hand and power tools
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable (but not essential)

• PLC and drive experience
• Plumbing or HVAC knowledge
• Ducting, pipework, or ventilation experience
• Metalwork and TIG welding (stainless steel) experience

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Secure, long-term opportunity
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work with modern equipment and systems
• Ongoing training and development