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 installation and commissioning of new equipment
Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
Collaborate with the Operations Team and support the training of other staff
Ensure adherence to food safety and health & safety procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across engineering and operations
Assist with relocation or repositioning of machinery and liaise with external engineers
Identify and escalate any safety concerns or remedial actions beyond authority level
Maintain high standards of documentation and reporting

Requirements

Multi-skilled engineer with electrical and mechanical experience
Previous experience in a chilled FMCG environment
Apprenticeship trained ONC/HNC qualified
Experience working with packing machinery and fault diagnostics
Familiarity with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office
Understanding of refrigeration systems (desirable)
Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills
Willingness to work flexible hours as needed

If you are an experienced engineer ready to join a growing fresh produce operation with brand new equipment and a supportive team, contact us today to find out more.