Mechanical Engineer

Are you a skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for maintaining and optimising high-performance systems? Do you want to play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and reliable operation of our brewery and packaging processes?

We have a niche opportunity for an innovative and logical Mechanical Engineer to join our collaborative engineering team, responsible for maintaining and enhancing mechanical systems to meet production demands. The projects you will work on will directly contribute to the production of high-quality beer by minimising downtime, driving efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, optimise processes, and ensure compliance with safety standards, all while enjoying the challenge of working in a fast-paced brewery environment.

• Competitive wage
• Generous company pension plan
• Free parking available near The Brewery
• 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses
• 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings
• Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham
• Early wage withdrawal scheme
• Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform
• The opportunity to develop & move within our pubs, the Brewery & Support Office
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure the smooth operation of brewing and packaging machinery, reducing downtime, and optimising performance across the plant
• Troubleshoot, identify and repair mechanical faults with timely remedial actions, prevent unplanned equipment breakdowns and maintain production continuity
• Execute modifications and installations of new machinery and equipment in line with engineering management requests
• Adhere and champion to health and safety standards, ensuring all equipment operates within safety guidelines to protect staff, contractors, and equipment from hazards
• Uphold company hygiene standards and regulations, ensuring a safe and clean working environment
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding and relevant knowledge of engineering techniques, tools and procedures, applying to your designated area of responsibility and improving operations
• Accurately maintain departmental records, including but not limited to maintenance logs and equipment data for audit compliance
• Adhere to established departmental operating procedures, ensuring consistency and quality across engineering activities
• Ensure all activities and equipment comply with applicable regulations, such as HMC&E, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards, while supporting ongoing quality improvement initiatives
• Attend team meetings, engineering briefings, and training courses as required
• Carry out any additional tasks as reasonably requested by engineering management

The Ideal Candidate:

• Demonstrable mechanical experience in plant/Production based operations
• Candidate to have completed a recognised Apprenticeship in Mechanical engineering
• Previous experience working on Air systems and pneumatics essential
• Welding qualifications an advantage
• Previous experience working on electrical equipment is advantageous

Shepherd Neame may be Britain’s oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:

• Working Together
• Pride and Passion
• Authenticity
• Sheps Spirit

Who are we?

We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.