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Job Description

Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Sittingbourne

£40,000 - £43,000 Basic + Overtime (5K - 10K) + Pension + Staff Discounts + Benefits Package

Looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer role where you'll work with cutting-edge equipment? You'll lead a skilled team and have the freedom to turn your ideas into action, within a forward-thinking company that values innovation and will give you full autonomy to make a real impact.

Step into a lead role within a well-established and rapidly growing company at the forefront of the sustainability sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being on the tools but also wants the responsibility of guiding, mentoring, and leading a small team of technicians. You'll play a key role in maintaining day-to-day operations smoothly, ensuring high standards of maintenance, and supporting the team's development.

Your Role As Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer: * Planned/reactive maintenance, hands-on, as well as leading a small team * Mechanical fault finding and maintenance (conveyors/hydraulics/pneumatics) * Site based in Sittingbourne - ensure the smooth running of site operations * 4 on 4 off shift, days and nights (12-hour shifts)

You'll Need As Lead Mechanical Maintenance Engineer : * Experience in a hands-on mechanical maintenance role with previous experience in a lead position. * Manufacturing background or similar * Ability to react quickly to problems, reduce downtime, and communicate clearly and accurately. * Mechanical skillset, including MIG welding, an understanding of electrical systems, hydraulics, and PLCs.

For immediate consideration, please call Ryan on 0203 8137931 and click to apply

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