Automation Developer

AAH Pharmaceuticals Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AAH Pharmaceuticals Ltd is seeking an Automation Developer to enhance and maintain automated systems across their network. The role involves developing maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance, and managing engineering spares. Join a leading medical supplier that prioritizes innovation and career growth.

Benefits

25 days plus Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay

Pension Scheme

Long Service Awards

Death in Service

Discounted Shopping Platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent career progression

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Time-served Engineering apprenticeship required.
• Experience in automated systems and CAPEX projects.
• Proven track record in dynamic, regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automated systems and equipment.
• Facilitate planned preventative maintenance schedules.
• Manage priorities and compliance audits across sites.

Skills

Maintenance techniques

Automated systems maintenance

Project management

Education

HND qualification in engineering

IOSH certification

Job description

About The Role

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, Projects & Facilities, this role will ensure efficient & effective automation systems management, leading to reliability and national improvements in AAH sites' automated systems & equipment. As a member of the Group Engineering team, the Automation Developer will contribute to and lead national maintenance and improvement initiatives across the AAH branch network, supporting the Business Engineering Strategy.

Accountabilities:

1. Maintenance of Automated systems
2. Facilitate the design of an effective planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule for Automated systems and equipment
3. Facilitate regular reviews of the PPM schedules with each site team
4. Assist with proposals to design and adopt fit-for-purpose maintenance schedules and resource plans
5. Ensure compliance with the schedule via regular audits of the sites
6. Escalate non-compliances to the Head of Engineering, Projects & Facilities
7. Ensure automation is running in conformance with best practice guidelines
8. Manage a Central Engineering spares store for critical spares acquired through automation upgrades
9. Advise on site engineering stores stock to ensure critical spares are available to all sites
10. Manage priorities proactively

Why AAH?

AAH is the leading medical supplier in the UK, impacting millions of people across communities. We distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals, and GPs. We are committed to transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our goods. Our success depends on the passion and hard work of our people.

• 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Death in Service
• Discounted Shopping Platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent career progression with ongoing support
• Onsite parking with excellent working conditions and transport links

About You

• Time-served Engineering apprenticeship
• HND qualification in an engineering discipline
• Experience with modern maintenance techniques (e.g., TPM, RCM)
• Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer and in supervisory roles in Warehousing or FMCG
• Automated systems maintenance and repair experience
• IOSH certification
• Experience managing CAPEX projects in operational environments
• Proven experience in dynamic, regulated, multi-site environments such as distribution or manufacturing

About Us

At AAH, you’ll be part of a team playing a vital role in one of the UK’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution networks. We operate with purpose and integrity, guided by our ICARE values, and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are actively working to reduce our environmental impact and support a sustainable future. We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition, please inform our recruitment team.