Job Title: Maintenance Support
Department: Maintenance Team
Location: Kent
Hours of Work: As per contract
Hourly Rate: £12.90 (Overtime available at a higher rate)
Reporting to: Maintenance Supervisor / Head of Maintenance

Role Overview:
The Maintenance Support role is crucial to the seamless operation of all machinery and equipment across the facility. As the backbone of our maintenance team, you'll play a key role in maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime. You'll be responsible for keeping machines running at peak performance, ensuring smooth operations across all areas. This is an opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and essential.

Key Responsibilities:

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Maintain machinery efficiently and in a hygienic manner.

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Follow scheduled preventative maintenance and perform necessary repairs.

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Manage tooling changes effectively across the facility.

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Carry out routine servicing and cleaning of machines and tools.

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Report any maintenance issues to the appropriate supervisor or engineering team.

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Complete and submit the end-of-day maintenance log.

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Accurately log and document parts taken from stock.

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Keep the workshop organized and clean.

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Additional tasks may arise as the business evolves.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

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Timely Breakdown & Downtime Reports to identify and resolve issues swiftly

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Proactive feedback from Managers and Team Leaders on maintenance efficiency and machine performance

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Clear before-and-after documentation (photos) to track repair and maintenance quality

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Comprehensive and accurate Maintenance Logs to ensure all work is fully recorded

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Detailed Parts Log to ensure proper inventory management and traceability

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Consistent performance during Internal & External Audits to ensure compliance with maintenance standards

Personal Qualities:

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Self-motivated and results-driven, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.

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Thrives under pressure, with a proven ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality.

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Highly adaptable, with the flexibility to take on new tasks and adjust to shifting priorities.

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Collaborative team player, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to supporting colleagues.

Required Skills & Experience:

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Strong communication skills

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Basic proficiency in English

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Solid understanding of Maths

Desirable:

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Previous experience in a similar maintenance role, ideally within a production or manufacturing environment

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and become part of a dynamic, growing team committed to operational excellence and machine reliability