Automation Maintenance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in automation is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Engineer. The role involves maintaining critical automation systems, ensuring high performance. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and hands-on experience with automated equipment. This position offers excellent salary and growth opportunities while working in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Very competitive salary plus shift allowance

Professional development and growth opportunities

Chance to shape the future of distribution centre operations

Qualifications

• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications (minimum Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience maintaining complex automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated machinery.
• Oversee complex automated systems including ASRS and AMR technology.
• Implement best-in-class maintenance strategies to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications

Hands-on experience maintaining complex automation equipment

Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly

Adaptability and confidence to work independently and in a team

Education

Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Job Description

Engineering Maintenance Engineer - Automated Distribution Centre

About the Role

You'll have a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting programme, creating a delivery service provider for the future to meet customer demand in the emerging "e-commerce" society. This role offers a significant opportunity for anyone wishing to further their career in Automation Engineering.

Your Impact

As an Automation Maintenance Engineer, you'll be the backbone of our operations, ensuring critical automation systems run at peak performance 24/7. This isn't just maintenance — it's about being the technical expert who keeps the nation's deliveries flowing seamlessly.

Drive the success of a cutting-edge automated distribution facility

Shape the future of warehouse automation technology

Ensure the day-to-day running of parcel sortation equipment

What You'll Do

1. The Engineering Challenge
2. Perform maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated machinery
3. Perform continuous improvement activities on automated equipment
4. Provide support to the Engineering Manager, Maintenance Team Leader, and Engineering Team Coaches; complete end of shift reports, fault logging, and data entry
5. Identify root causes of automation breakdowns and prioritize corrective actions to meet operational requirements
6. Monitor equipment performance and collaborate with operational stakeholders to improve automation outputs
7. Identify and work on Continuous Improvement projects, from conception to implementation, for machinery in the distribution centre
8. Work independently and as part of a team to achieve goals
9. Work on a rotating shift pattern (early, late, night)

Technical Excellence

1. Oversee complex automated systems including ASRS and AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robotics) technology
2. Implement best-in-class maintenance strategies to maximize efficiency
3. Perform preventative maintenance to minimize downtime

What You'll Bring

• Electrical or mechanical engineering qualifications (minimum Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience maintaining complex automation equipment
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
• Full UK driving license
• Adaptability and confidence to work independently and in a team

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of automation systems
• Experience in automated maintenance

What We Offer

• Very competitive salary plus shift allowance, weekend uplift, and benefits
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Chance to shape the future of distribution centre operations

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in automated distribution technology. Help shape the future of logistics while leading a talented team in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

How to Apply

For more information or an informal discussion about opportunities, please contact us.

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is a leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on automation, manufacturing, and robotics sectors. We offer tailored recruitment services to a niche customer base, ensuring our clients provide the best career opportunities.

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