Automation Engineering Assistant

GXO Logistics; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain solutions provider is seeking two proactive Automation Engineering Assistants for their operations in Northampton. The role involves maintaining advanced automation technology systems, focusing on preventative and corrective maintenance tasks, while ensuring minimal disruption. Candidates should possess a strong background in warehouse automation, excellent communication skills, and relevant electrical or mechanical qualifications. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £42,000 and an attractive benefits package.

Benefits

21 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Company sponsored pension scheme

Private medical & dental insurance

24/7 online GP service

Life assurance

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• Previous proven experience with warehouse automation technologies.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks and root cause analysis on automation breakdowns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency.
• Complete technical audits and detailed reports.
• Engage with stakeholders and build strong working relationships.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and site policies.

Skills

Experience with warehouse automation (AGVs, conveyors, sorters)

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Proactive, detail-focused approach

Education

Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications (Level 1 or 2)

Job description

Are you ready to keep automation moving? Do you have a passion for solving technical challenges in fast‑paced environments? Are you ready to support cutting‑edge automation technology for a global fashion brand?

Here at GXO, we’re looking for x2 proactive, hands‑on Automation Engineering Assistants to join our Zara contract based in Crick. You’ll join our resident engineering team and play a key role in keeping our advanced automation systems running smoothly. You’ll be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance on state‑of‑the‑art technology, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and delivering on KPIs.

These are full‑time, permanent positions. You’ll be working on the Panama Shift 2-2-3 over 14‑days', you will be covering the hours of 07:00 till 19:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £42,000 per annum, and 21 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Performing maintenance tasks and root cause analysis on automation breakdowns
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency
• Completing technical audits and detailed reports
• Engaging with stakeholders and building strong working relationships
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards and site policies

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Previous proven experience with warehouse automation (AGVs, conveyors, sorters)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure
• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications (Level 1 or 2, or working towards)
• A proactive, detail‑focused approach with a flexible mindset

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting‑edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.