Multi Skilled Craft Engineer

Are you a dedicated and experienced Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer with proven working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems?

We are seeking a highly competent and motivated Multi skilled Maintenance Engineer to join DS Smith on a temp ongoing basis. This role could also become permanent for the right person.

Location: DS Smith, Kemsley Mill, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2TD

Hours: 6am-6pm days, 4 on 4 off

Salary: £58k

The Multi skilled Engineer will work as a member of the engineering craft team working on a diverse range of engineering maintenance and project activities.

Responsibilities:

• To work in support of a preventative maintenance strategy. Undertaking work of a predictive, preventive and repair nature.

• To undertake work as scheduled via our Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and as directed by the Line Manager.

• To repair, replace or manufacture components, and component parts of production machinery ensuring they are fit for purpose.

• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times and team compliance with all company safety procedures and legislation. Report any defects, short comings including any incidents and injuries immediately. Assist with company investigations, risk assessments, SSOW (Safe Systems of Work) and developing procedures as required.

• Develop risk assessments within the risk assessment process against Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)

• Report potential hazards to the environment, and environmental incidents, and assist with company investigations as required. Assist with risk assessments and the development of the EMS

• Ensure you comply with the relevant machinery and site policies and legislation. This includes but is not limited to:

  OHSAS 18000 & ISO 9000 Safety and Quality Standard

  ISO 14000 Environmental Management Systems Standard, and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)

  EPR (Environmental Permitting Regulations)

  Radiation, Abstraction License

  Duty of Care Regulations

Essential requirements:

• Technical Qualifications: A formal qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or Degree) in electrical or mechanical engineering.

• Multi-Skilled Expertise: Strong working knowledge of both electrical and mechanical systems, as well as control panels and PLCs.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong diagnostic abilities to identify faults and utilise lean techniques (e.g., 5 Whys) to prevent recurrence.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing/production environment 

Benefits:

• Advice and editing on your current CV

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role

• Paid holiday

• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts

• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend

• Opportunity for progression into permanent roles 

• Competitive rates of pay