Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer 6Month minimum contract £30.15 per hour 4 on 4 off (O/T Available) Kent gap technical are representing a market-leading business seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to provide…

Pay rate £30.15/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 9 September 2026

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Maintenance Engineer

6Month minimum contract

£30.15 per hour
4 on 4 off (O/T Available)
Kent

gap technical are representing a market-leading business seeking an experienced Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to provide interim maintenance support at their Kent site.

Performance Objectives

Reactive breakdown support to minimise disruption
Execution of planned and preventative maintenance activities
Electrical & Mechanical fault diagnosis using drawings, diagnostics, and equipment history
Identification and rectification of recurring equipment faults, including implementation of permanent corrective actions
Support for continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and uptime
Collaboration with production and engineering teams to ensure safe and efficient plant operation
Assistance with machinery modifications, upgrades, and repair works as required
All services delivered in compliance with site health, safety, and food hygiene standardsProfile

Time-served engineer or demonstrable equivalent industry experience
Multi Skilled Capabilities with proven capability in FMCG manufacturing environments
Experience working with:
3-phase electrical systems
Motors, drives, inverters, and safety circuits
I/O PLC fault-finding (Siemens / Allen Bradley or similar)
Automated food production and packaging equipment
Able to work with minimal direction, managing workload and priorities independently
Strong communication skills when liaising with site stakeholdersApply

To be considered, please submit your CV via the Apply Now option on the website.

For further information on this engagement or to discuss other contract opportunities, please get in touch.

This contract opportunity is advertised by gap technical, operating as an employment business. Selection is based solely on suitability to provide the services described.

Closing Date: 30/09/2026

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