Bolt Technical are hiring for our client – a leading manufacturer and installer, based in Tonbridge, Kent.

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)

Location: East Peckham, Tonbridge

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Shifts: Monday to Friday – 6:00 am–2:00 pm and 2:00 pm–10:00 pm (rotating weekly)

Salary: £32,432 base + £1,200 shift allowance

Working across a busy production environment, you’ll be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance to ensure equipment runs reliably and safely. This is a great opportunity for a skilled engineer looking for a long-term, stable position with a strong sense of teamwork and ownership.

What We’re Looking For:

* Recognised qualifications in Engineering Degree, HNC or HND.

* Broad-based engineering skills including:

* Welding (MIG/MMA)

* Machining and fabrication

* Sheet metal work

* General fault finding and breakdown repairs

* Some experience of maintaining machinery with : Hydraulics, pneumatics, Pumps, fans, and mechanical drive systems

* Own transport is required due to limited public transport access to the site

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on production equipment (PPM’s_

* Minimise downtime by quickly responding to equipment faults and breakdowns

* Support and deliver continuous improvement projects across the site

* Implement equipment modifications and assist in machinery installations and refurbishments

* Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures

* Maintain documentation of maintenance and repair tasks

* Collaborate with the wider engineering team to enhance overall plant performance

This is a hands-on role ideal for a mechanically-biased engineer who enjoys problem-solving, variety, and working in a supportive, collaborative environment

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