Contract Maintenance Engineer - FMCG / PackagingAshford, Kent Area£35-£37 per hour at 42.5 hours per week (Outside IR35)Monday... Read more
Contract Maintenance Engineer - FMCG / Packaging
Ashford, Kent Area
£35-£37 per hour at 42.5 hours per week (Outside IR35)
Monday to Friday | Rotating Shifts
We're currently recruiting for a Contract Maintenance Engineer to join a well-established and fast-paced FMCG / packaging manufacturer based in the Kent area. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking for a well-paid contract role with strong long-term potential.
About the Role:
This is a hands-on maintenance role where you will play a key part in supporting production within a high-speed packaging environment. You'll be expected to hit the ground running, carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance to keep the site operating efficiently.
The role is ideal for someone who can think on their feet and resolve issues quickly, helping minimise downtime and maintain production output. Maintenance engineers are critical in ensuring machinery runs efficiently and responding to breakdowns promptly to avoid disruption. [careers.aias.org]
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance
Diagnose and fault-find on mechanical and electrical systems
Respond quickly to breakdowns and minimise downtime
Maintain and repair packaging machinery and production line equipment
Work closely with production teams to ensure smooth operation
Support overall performance in a fast-paced FMCG environment
What We're Looking For:
Strong hands-on maintenance experience within manufacturing
Proven fault-finding and problem-solving ability
Experience working on production or packaging machinery
Background in FMCG / food manufacturing highly desirable
Can be electrically biased, mechanically biased, or multi-skilled
A practical, job-ready engineer who can make an immediate impact
What's On Offer:
£35-£38 per hour (Outside IR35)
Initial 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension
Contractors previously extended long-term on site
Monday to Friday rotating shifts (earlies, lates, nights)
Opportunity to join a busy, well-run manufacturing environment
Immediate start potential
Who This Role Suits:
Contractors between roles or immediately available
Engineers open to moving from permanent into contract work
FMCG engineers who can "get stuck in" and deliver from day one
For more information on Maintenance Engineer please apply or call Xaviour 020 3479 8297 or email [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.
Maintenance Engineer KentContract Maintenance Engineer required in Ashford, Kent for a leading international manufacturer. This is an excellent... Read more
Maintenance Engineer Kent
Contract Maintenance Engineer required in Ashford, Kent for a leading international manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer with a strong background maintaining machinery within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
Location: Near Ashford, Kent
Rate: £37 per hour (Outside IR35)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week
Duration: Ongoing Contract
Industry: FMCG / High-Speed Packaging Manufacturing
This Contract Maintenance Engineer position offers the chance to join a well-established business with a friendly and supportive team culture. The site is highly automated and requires an engineer who can confidently maintain production machinery, respond to breakdowns, and carry out planned maintenance activities.
Benefits
£37 per hour Outside IR35Monday to Friday working patternOvertime availableFriendly and supportive engineering teamModern manufacturing environmentOpportunity to further develop technical skillsContract Maintenance Engineer Requirements
Previous experience as a Contract Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing, FMCG, food, beverage, packaging, or production environmentMechanical or Electrical qualification, apprenticeship, or equivalent engineering experienceStrong fault-finding and problem-solving abilitiesExperience maintaining production and packaging machineryAbility to work independently and as part of a teamContract Maintenance Engineer Responsibilities
Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activitiesDiagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faultsAttend and resolve machinery breakdowns in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentEnsure maximum equipment uptime and reliabilitySupport continuous improvement initiativesAdhere to all health and safety proceduresThis Contract Maintenance Engineer role would suit a proactive engineer looking for a long-term contract opportunity with a respected manufacturer near Ashford, Kent.
Commutable from Ashford, Maidstone, Folkstone, Charing, Canterbury, Winchelsea, Kingsnorth, Sittingbourne, Dover, Rochester, Chatham, Aylesford, Snodland, Strood, Sevenoaks and other parts of London, Sussex and Kent.
How to apply for the Maintenance Engineer role.
For more information on Maintenance Engineer please apply or call Simon 07799 866285 or email [email protected]
Why work with Proactive?
Proactive Global is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and advanced technology sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.
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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.
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