Multi Skilled Engineer
22 days ago
Chatham
Multi Skilled Engineer - Kent Salary: Up to £43,500 per annum 06:00am to 18:00pm 3 on 4 off About the IndustryThis role sits within a fast-paced manufacturing and print production environment, where high-volume output, precision machinery, and strict quality standards are essential. Engineers in this sector work with a blend of traditional mechanical systems and modern automated or digital production equipment to ensure smooth, efficient and continuous operation. The RoleA Multi-Skilled Engineer is required to support both planned and reactive maintenance across a busy production facility. You will work as part of a small on-shift engineering team responsible for keeping equipment running safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime. This position is ideal for someone who has worked in print, packaging, industrial manufacturing or a factory setting, where reliability and rapid fault resolution are crucial. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned preventative maintenance to optimise equipment performance., • Respond quickly to breakdowns, diagnose faults, and implement effective repairs., • Maintain and support a range of production machinery, which may include:, • Print presses, • Binding or finishing equipment, • Automated conveyors, • Packaging or handling systems, • Assist in installing, testing, and commissioning new equipment or upgrades., • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance uptime and efficiency., • Experience in print, manufacturing, or factory-based engineering., • Multi-skilled background with strong mechanical and electrical competencies., • Ability to fault-find on complex systems, including automated machinery., • Comfortable working in a high-volume, time-critical production environment., • Strong communication skills and capable of working independently on shift., • Competitive salary and shift allowance., • Stable, long-term role in a well-established industrial environment., • Opportunities for training, upskilling, and technical development.