Measurement And Control Technician

Field Service Engineer - Paper Industry Specialist

Kent area (primarily Sittingbourne) - with UK-wide travel flexibility.

Role Type:
Salary - Experience Dependent + Car + Bonus + Private Medical.

I'm currently recruiting for one of the worlds best known engineering companies who are seeking a QCS specialist to join their team. Focusing mainly on a key paper manufacturing site in Sittingbourne. You'll become the go-to expert for advanced Quality Control Systems (QCS) — high‑precision measurement and control technology that ensures top‑quality paper production runs smoothly and consistently.

• Deliver full preventative and corrective maintenance, configuration, calibration, modifications, cleaning, and adjustments on specialist QCS equipment — both on‑site and via remote dial‑in.
• Provide high‑level technical and application support, including troubleshooting software issues and advising on maintenance strategies, process optimisation, and operational best practices.
• Fulfil Service Agreement commitments using specialist reporting tools (like Service Pro) to demonstrate performance and value.
• Participate in a 1‑in‑3 on‑call rota (with 24/7 support ethos) — offering out‑of‑hours cover when needed.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with production and engineering teams at customer sites.
• Occasionally travel to other UK sites to support the wider team and deliver the same high standards.

• Minimum Level 3 or HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering, Measurement & Control Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Good networking and relationship‑building abilities.
• Results‑driven mindset.
• Knowledge of the paper manufacturing industry.
• Experience with QCS systems (or similar process control/measurement technology).
• Commercial awareness.

• Competitive salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Competitive contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more).
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Generous employee referral scheme.
• Company car or cash for car allowance.
• Private medical cover for yourself.
• Generous bonus scheme.

For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on (phone number removed) or send a copy of your CV to (url removed).