Maintenance Engineer

The Role Maintenance Engineer
Fresh People are currently recruiting for a Maintenance Engineer on behalf of a leading fresh produce business based in Dartford, Kent. This is a full-time, on-site position working Monday to Friday, 1pm 10pm, as part of the Engineering team responsible for maintaining, servicing, and supporting machinery and equipment across a state-of-the-art facility. The role involves both reactive and proactive maintenance, supporting site operations by minimising downtime and ensuring safety and compliance at all times.
The Person
We are looking for a multi-skilled engineer with experience in FMCG or chilled environments, preferably with both electrical and mechanical competencies. Candidates must be apprenticeship trained (ONC/HNC), able to work independently with minimal supervision, and have a proactive, hands-on approach to engineering tasks. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as a solid understanding of health and safety standards. Experience with CMMS systems and packing machinery is highly desirable.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Carry out reactive and planned maintenance across all site machinery and equipment
Minimise downtime by responding promptly to breakdowns and implementing effective fixes
Complete daily checks and PPM tasks using CMMS software
Support the i...