via indeed · 3 June 2026 ·3 days ago

Multi Skilled Engineer

AC Goatham & Son
Rochester
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An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and diligent electrically biased Multi\-Skilled Engineer to join our Engineering team. The purpose of this role is to support with and facilitate the planned, preventative and routine maintenance of a range of equipment and machinery on site to ensure the smooth running of our facility.

Responsibilities may include:

  • To ensure all machines and equipment are maintained to the optimum standards through adequate maintenance

  • Using fault finding techniques, react quickly to faults and breakdowns, communicating clearly with affected parties and working efficiently to fix the issue.

  • Minimise the likelihood of breakdowns by keeping equipment in a good state of repair and seeking continuous improvement opportunities by looking for ways to reduce the cost impact to the business as a result of downtime and ensuring a systematic planned maintenance programme is in place

  • Communicate with production teams to advance plan for downtime on machinery for service/modification or repairs that need carrying out

  • Maintaining a stock of critical spare parts as well as ordering parts for service and repair work

  • Ensuring work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with health and safety regulations

  • Assisting with the installation and commissioning of new equipment

  • Maintaining technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and benchmarking best\-practice
Our perfect Multi\-Skilled Engineer would have:
  • Proven experience of working as a Multi\-Skilled Engineer in a similar manufacturing environment

  • An electrical apprenticeship served (City \& Guilds), HNC, ONC, NVQ Level 3, 18th Edition or similar

  • A strong electrical basis with mechanical skills

  • A strong awareness of and full commitment to the adherence of health and safety guidelines

  • A proactive approach with a focus on driving improvement

  • Excellent attention to detail; strong diagnostic and problem\-solving skills

  • Experience of using CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)

  • Effective communication skills; can engage with all levels of the business with a minimum of B2 in English

  • The ability to manage multiple tasks with the ability to reprioritise whilst continuing to manage expectations

  • PLC fault finding \& diagnostics experience
The hours you would work:

A 4 on 4 off rotating shift comprising of 12:00\-24:00 and 07:00\-19:00 ( sometimes) . During quiet periods, shifts may change to 09:00\-21:00

Salary : £57750 /year

What else we can offer you:

  • Loyalty rewarded – earn an extra day of holiday for every 2 years of service

  • Secure your future \- You will be automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme after three months of service (contributions: employee 5%, employer 3%)

  • Eyecare vouchers to help you look after your vision

  • Fortnightly pay for regular, reliable income

  • Extensive learning \& development platform, available in multiple languages to support your growth

  • Company accommodation available where required

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support whenever you need it

  • Private GP service for fast, convenient access to medical advice

  • Free onsite parking

  • Festive fun with our all\-staff December advent calendar and prizes to be won

  • Exclusive BHN discounts on a wide range of brands and services

  • Free Will Writing Opportunities twice a year

  • Education \- Free English Training Opportunities

  • Study Sponsorship opportunities

  • Free Fruit
Pay: £57,750\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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