Contract Maintenance Engineer

Day Shifts Industry: FMCG / Food Manufacturing We are seeking an experienced Multiskilled Engineer to join a dynamic team in Ashford, Kent, on a rolling contract basis, with a minimum commitment until December 2025. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £40-£50 (Inside IR35) and is ideal for professionals with a background in FMCG or food manufacturing. Responsibilities

• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food hygiene regulations.
• Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and maintain high standards.
Qualifications
• Multiskilled Expertise: Proficiency in both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.
• FMCG/Food Manufacturing Background: Experience in fast-moving consumer goods or food production environments is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated production machinery.
• Fault Diagnosis: Strong ability to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent).
• Health & Safety Awareness: Familiarity with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP) and workplace safety regulations.
• Teamwork and Communication: Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
How to apply For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on or send a copy of your CV to


• Multiskilled Expertise: Proficiency in both mechanical and electrical engineering disciplines.
• FMCG/Food Manufacturing Background: Experience in fast-moving consumer goods or food production environments is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of PLC systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and automated production machinery.
• Fault Diagnosis: Strong ability to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
• Relevant engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent).
• Health & Safety Awareness: Familiarity with food safety standards (e.g., HACCP) and workplace safety regulations.
• Teamwork and Communication: Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.