Maintenance Engineer

Dartford Area
Salary: Competitive + Shift Allowance
Shifts: Rotating shift pattern, Full-time, Permanent

Premier Recruitment Group are proudly partnering with a fast-growing and dynamic fresh produce business based in the Dartford area. Due to continued expansion and the installation of brand-new, state-of-the-art production lines, we are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join their on-site engineering team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a multi-skilled engineer looking to work with brand-new equipment in a chilled FMCG environment. Full training will be provided at the commissioning stage, making it ideal for someone who is keen to develop their career within a supportive and progressive company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out both reactive and planned maintenance on machinery and production equipment.
• Respond swiftly to breakdowns and minimise downtime.
• Complete PPM tasks and maintain accurate records via the CMMS system.
• Support machinery installation, movement, and commissioning projects.
• Work closely with operations and production teams to ensure smooth running of the site.
• Promote and adhere to health & safety and food safety standards.
• Support and contribute to the training and development of team members.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Multi-skilled Engineer – Electrical & Mechanical.
• Experience in an FMCG or chilled food production environment is essential.
• Apprenticeship trained with ONC/HNC or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of pneumatics, bearings, electrical control systems, and fault-finding.
• Hands-on, proactive, and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Confident using a CMMS system.
• Understanding of refrigeration systems is desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to work flexibly as part of a shift pattern.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary with shift allowance.
• Opportunity to work with the latest machinery in a brand-new production facility.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• A supportive team environment in a fast-paced and growing business.

If you’re a reliable and enthusiastic engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of something exciting, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Kirsty Cutts on 07737 865 614 or email
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INDT

HGV Class 1 Driver
Rochester
£16.80/hour for the first 40 hours

£21.00/hour for overtime

Premier Recruitment Group is proud to partner with a leading production company seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join their transport team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring goods are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all UK transport regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety standards, site rules, and transport legislation, including drivers’ hours and vehicle defect reporting.
• Ensure the security of goods during transit, including occasional long-distance journeys with overnight stays.
• Drive in a safe, economical manner in line with UK driving laws.
• Handle various trailer types such as refrigerated units, curtain siders, and low loaders.
• Accurately complete delivery notes, paperwork, and job debriefs.
• Provide outstanding service to customers and colleagues.
• Operate forklifts or pump trucks to load/unload vehicles as required.

What You’ll Need:

• A valid HGV Class 1 licence and current Tacho Card (essential).
• A PSV licence is an advantage or a willingness to complete company-funded training.
• Proven experience driving HGV Class 1 vehicles.
• A good understanding of health and safety and food hygiene standards.
• Physical fitness, with regular manual handling required.
• Flexibility to work a rotating schedule, including weekends.

Hours: Average of 55 hours per week on a rolling pattern:

• Week 1: 5 days on, 1 day off
• Week 2: 5 days on, 2 days off (1 in 12 full weekends off).

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays (with potential to earn more based on service).
• Company pension scheme.
• Fortnightly pay.
• Additional allowance for overnight stays
• Bonus for driving the 30-seater bus

If you’re a reliable, skilled HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a rewarding role in a well-established company, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and take the wheel of your next career move.

Contact Kirsty Cutts for more information

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Erith, Kent. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Group Transport Manager. This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

Responsible for: The day to day running of the Transport Department and the supervision of all Transport staff including Transport Supervisors and transport assistants.

Main duties/qualifications:

• Current holder of CPC in National Road Haulage Operations
• To ensure complete compliance with all Operator’s licence legal obligations and undertakings covering but not restricted to.
• To oversee the planning and co-ordinating of maintenance on all Company vehicles and ensure the Company does receive good service and value for money from the companies that maintain the vehicles, as outlined by the Directors.
• Drivers Hours compliance with WTD and EU Hours.
• Driver PDP, CPC Training to be scheduled in timely order to ensure staff are constantly suitably trained.
• To ensure all safety equipment carried on company vehicles is kept in good working order.
• To oversee and ensure transport personnel are provided with adequate and suitable PPE.
• To oversee the daily routing of vehicles and cover for holidays and sickness
• To liaise with VOSA and the Security Services regarding vehicle security throughout all depots.
• To allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs.
• To allocate and manage vehicles according to changing logistical needs by moving, purchasing or selling as needed within a framework given by the Directors
• To be involved in the buying of product as needed within a framework given by the Directors.
• To attend Management meetings and give updates to other managers and carry out any actions agreed to at the meetings
• To resolve any driver issues brought to your attention.
• To deal with disciplinary issues in conjunction with HR when required.
• Produce monthly vehicle stats for the Directors
• Employing new drivers in conjunction with HR when instructed to do so by the Directors
• Ensure the general aims of the Company are complied with and that all procedures are adhered to
• All Company procedures, records and data remain confidential at all times
• To undertake any other duties which may be considered necessary by the Directors
• To promote the Company’s image in a professional manner at all times
• Maintaining FORS accreditation

If you have, or know someone who has, the right skills, knowledge, and abilities for this position and would like to know more, or be considered for this position, please apply or contact directly Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Rainham, East London, Essex. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Miller Shift Leader. This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

• 39 hours per week
• Day shift

Key areas of responsibility:

• Ensuring that safety procedures, high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping in the Mill are upheld at all times.
• Ensuring the product quality and type meets standard specifications.
• Checking and adjusting the milling machines to ensure these are functioning correctly and efficiently.
• Carrying out regular routine maintenance and cleaning the machinery to meet the company’s guidelines and instructions.
• Undertaking regular quality control tests and taking samples where needed.
• Attending training courses which are identified by the company as necessary.
• Occasionally you may be required to work in other areas.

About You

• Food industry or Milling industry experience is preferred.
• Experience in grain handling, flour milling or food production would be an advantage.
• Self-driven, positive mindset, embracing diversity and equality in a workplace.
• Data driven, analytical and KPI focused, able to impart and share knowledge.
• Keen eye for detail and quality and safety focused.
• A willingness to work shifts is essential and flexibility will be expected to cover production requirements.
• You must also have a mechanical aptitude to be able to maintain the machinery and experience in operating production machinery.
• The jobholder must be able to carry out physical tasks including lifting and manual handling and have no allergy-related conditions.
• You will also occasionally be required to work alone.
• You will enjoy working as part of a small team where reliability on each other is vital, so we will be looking for evidence of an excellent attendance record in previous employment, with a responsible attitude with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Regular record keeping of simple but accurate records will be expected and must have good computer skills.
• Task also involves occasional working at height & confined space but full training will be provided or something of a similar description.
• You must have a good standard of both spoken and written English.

If interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our very prestigious client based in Rainham, East London, Essex. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Miller Technician. This is full time and permanent position and working for very well established company. Very interesting and varied role with a scope for progression.

• Salary: £40536 per annum
• 39 hours per week – Working a rotating day and night shift pattern(rotating every two weeks)

Key areas of responsibility:

• Ensuring that safety procedures, high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping in the Mill are upheld at all times.
• Ensuring the product quality and type meets standard specifications.
• Checking and adjusting the milling machines to ensure these are functioning correctly and efficiently.
• Carrying out regular routine maintenance and cleaning the machinery to meet the company’s guidelines and instructions.
• Undertaking regular quality control tests and taking samples where needed.
• Attending training courses which are identified by the company as necessary.
• Occasionally you may be required to work in other areas.

About You

• Food industry or Milling industry experience is preferred.
• Experience in grain handling, flour milling or food production would be an advantage.
• Self-driven, positive mindset, embracing diversity and equality in a workplace.
• Data driven, analytical and KPI focused, able to impart and share knowledge.
• Keen eye for detail and quality and safety focused.
• A willingness to work shifts is essential and flexibility will be expected to cover production requirements.
• You must also have a mechanical aptitude to be able to maintain the machinery and experience in operating production machinery.
• The jobholder must be able to carry out physical tasks including lifting and manual handling and have no allergy-related conditions.
• You will also occasionally be required to work alone.
• You will enjoy working as part of a small team where reliability on each other is vital, so we will be looking for evidence of an excellent attendance record in previous employment, with a responsible attitude with the ability to work on your own initiative.
• Regular record keeping of simple but accurate records will be expected and must have good computer skills.
• Task also involves occasional working at height & confined space but full training will be provided or something of a similar description.
• You must have a good standard of both spoken and written English.

If interested please apply directly or call Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.