Were Hiring: Lubrication Technician – Kent – Heavy Industry
Are you passionate about keeping critical machinery running at peak performance? Were looking for a Lubrication Technician to join a global heavy industrial manufacturers engineering team and play a vital role in ensuring plant reliability and continuous improvement.
About the Role
As a Lubrication Technician, youll take ownership of all lubrication activities across site-ensuring the right oil and grease is applied at the right time, every time. Working closely with the Reliability Engineering team, youll help prevent equipment failure and maximise operational uptime.
This is a hands-on role requiring initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team.
Key Responsibilities
Apply lubricants (oil & grease) to plant equipment at defined intervals
Maintain clean lubrication systems (tanks, pumps, pipework)
Monitor and report oil usage, losses, and stock levels
Identify and resolve lubrication-related issues and leaks
Use SAP and reporting tools to track maintenance and defects
Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, and housekeeping standards
Support condition-based monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives
What Were Looking For
Engineering experience (desirable, not essential)
Understanding of preventative maintenance principles
Understanding around different types of lubrication
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Good communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to safety and high standards
What Youll Bring
A proactive mindset with a focus on reliability
Ownership of tasks and pride in high-quality work
Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
Flexibility to support shutdowns and occasional overtime
Why Join?
Be part of a reliability-driven engineering team
Opportunity to develop specialist lubrication expertise
Play a key role in improving plant performance and uptime
Supportive environment focused on continuous improvement
What's on offer:
Attractive Salary
Yearly rises
Annual H&S Bonus
Paid Training/Qualifications
Bupa Healthcare
Free onsite gym
Subsidised Canteen
Health & Wellbeing events
What Next?
Apply below to share your CV or call our offices to discuss the first step in making that dream move.
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