Maintenance Technician

Our client is a leading global supplier of Ingredients Manufacturing Solutions for the Food and Beverage industries. Based in Kent, they are seeking 2 experienced Maintenance Technicians on a 4 on/4 off – 6am-6pm shift pattern. The Key Responsibilities will be:

• Perform routine checks on planned maintenance items
• Prioritise and make repairs to any site breakdowns
• Support the Engineering Manager with the delivery of the PPM system and general maintenance tasks.
• Support Production wherever and whenever required
• Weekly site inspection reporting
• Keep records up to date
• Handle and report back to Engineering Manager on reactive T-Card Jobs
• Deputize for Engineering Manager for absence cover report to Production Manager in this event.
• Chaperone contractors and visitors when on site
• Active involvement in continuous improvements as needed and guided by Engineering Manager with actions/comments
• Carry out installations on facility to all current legislation and regulations
• Make amendments to Production Equipment as directed
• Ensure good housekeeping at all times
• Keep an eye on stock levels of spare holdings, make Engineering Manager aware of any spares required
• Make sure Food & Hygiene standards are upheld at all times.
• Ensure smooth hand overs across shifts and communicate effectively with other Maintenance Technician.

The successful candidate must have the following:

• Multi-Skilled Maintenance
• Electrical and Mechanical Installation experience
• Good understanding of Health & Safety practices. IOSH or higher preferred.
• Good basic hydraulic knowledge
• Good basic Pneumatic knowledge
• Good knowledge of Food Safety expectations
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure.
• Team Player

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a sought after company with good benefits.