Lead Shift Maintenance Engineer — 4-on 4-off, PLC

Dubizzle Limited; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sittingbourne is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee a team and ensure the continuous operation of production equipment. This role requires a time-served apprenticeship and at least three years of experience in a medium to large automated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will implement planned and reactive maintenance strategies while promoting health and safety standards. Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime available

34 days of holiday

Training and development

5% employer-matched pension

Company uniform

Free onsite parking

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced parental leave

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must have electrical and mechanical qualifications from a recognized apprenticeship.
• Minimum 3 years experience in an automated manufacturing setting.
• Ability to lead a team and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of current health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a maintenance team to ensure production equipment's continuous operation.
• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and develop effective solutions.

Skills

Electrical qualifications

Mechanical qualifications

3+ years in manufacturing

Team leadership

Fault finding

Communication skills

PLC knowledge

Hydraulics and pneumatics experience

Education

Time served apprenticeship

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Sittingbourne is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee a team and ensure the continuous operation of production equipment. This role requires a time-served apprenticeship and at least three years of experience in a medium to large automated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will implement planned and reactive maintenance strategies while promoting health and safety standards. Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and comprehensive benefits are offered.