Job Description Role: Mechanical Reliability Engineer 18-Month Fixed-Term Contractn nHours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30n nLocation: Outskirts of Maidstonen nContract Type: Full-time, 18-Month Fixed-Term Contractn n£5,000 completion bonusn nKHR is partnering with a leading international manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Mechanical Reliability Engineer to join their Reliability team on an 18-month fixed-term contract. As the Mechanical Reliability Engineer, this is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineering professional to play a pivotal role in improving asset reliability, developing maintenance strategies, mechanical maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across a complex manufacturing environment.n nThe Mechanical Reliability Engineer will work closely with both Engineering and Operations teams, enhancing equipment performance through preventative/predictive maintenance, leading root cause investigations, and implementing reliability improvements that maximise plant availability, efficiency, and safety.n nKey Mechanical Reliability Engineer Responsibilities:n n- Develop, review, and optimise preventative and predictive maintenance programmes to improve equipment reliability.n n- Lead root cause investigations into recurring equipment failures, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and tracked to completion.n n- Step in for the plant Mechanical Engineer when neededn n- Coordinate condition monitoring activities, including vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermal imaging, and lubrication programmes.n n- Work collaboratively with maintenance planning teams to ensure maintenance schedules, spare parts, and Bills of Materials are accurate and effective.n n- Carry out equipment criticality assessments and use findings to develop appropriate maintenance strategies.n n- Identify and deliver engineering improvement projects that enhance reliability, safety, and operational performance.n n- Analyse equipment performance data using SAP PM and other maintenance systems to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.n n- Maintain engineering standards, technical documentation, and maintenance procedures in line with company and ISO requirements.n n- Support Management of Change (MoC) activities, engineering risk assessments, and safe systems of work.n n- Provide technical support during planned shutdowns and assist with resolving complex equipment issues.n n- Participate in the engineering on-call rota to support critical plant requirements.n nWhat We’re Looking Forn n- HNC in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.n n- Proven experience in a Mechanical Engineer or Reliability Engineer or similar engineering role within a manufacturing or process environment.n n- Strong knowledge of preventative and predictive maintenance techniques.n n- Experience leading Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), FMEA, or other structured problem-solving methodologies.n n- Familiarity with condition monitoring techniques, including vibration analysis, lubrication management, oil analysis, or thermal imaging.n n- Experience using SAP PM or another Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).n n- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.n n- Good understanding of engineering standards, risk assessments, and health and safety legislation.n nOn top of a competitive base salary, you will receive a £5,000 completion bonus, an enhanced company pension, holiday allowance, and other benefits, including full access to onsite facilities (gym and canteen).n n JBRP1_UKTJ
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