Maintenance Engineer Assistant

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Maintenance Engineer Assistant

Kettering
Starting Salary: £43,000
Panama Shift Pattern

We are currently recruiting for a Junior Engineer to join a leading manufacturing business in Kettering. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their engineering career within a fast-paced production environment.

The Role

  • Support maintenance and engineering activities across the site.
  • Assist with equipment repairs, servicing, and refurbishment.
  • Support planned maintenance, breakdown response, and changeovers.
  • Carry out machine inspections, adjustments, and basic maintenance tasks.
  • Work closely with engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
  • Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping.

About You

  • Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, or a workshop environment.
  • Mechanical aptitude with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to learn and develop technically.
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

  • Starting salary of Ciara £43, 000
  • Panama shift pattern
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Long-term career progression
  • Excellent benefits package

For more information or to apply, contact:

Xaviour Davids
Recruitment Consultant | Proactive Global
[email protected]


Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£43,000.00 - £46,000.00
Per annum
GBP43000 - GBP46000 per annum
Added 24/09/2026
Reference: rollkett_1790239371

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