Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Sittingbourne, Kent

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (Dependant on Experience)

Shift: Monday to Friday Days

We are recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join a leading industrial manufacturing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased engineering leader or someone aspiring to be an engineering lead who enjoys problem solving, planning maintenance activities, and leading teams within a fast-paced heavy industrial environment. The role is approximately 75% leadership, planning, and problem solving, with 25% hands‑on mechanical support when required.

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of particular machines, leading a team of Mechanical Shift Fitters and ensuring machinery reliability and performance targets are achieved. You will also play a key role in maintenance planning, contractor management, shutdown coordination, and continuous improvement activities across the plant.

• Mechanical Maintenance/Engineering Background
• Mechanical Engineering Qualification
• Worked in a Heavy/Industrial Manufacturing Environment
• Planned and reactive maintenance experience
• Continuous Improvement background

• Apprentice Trained Engineer
• Leadership Experience but would consider an Aspirational Engineer

• Competitive Salary Package
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme