Automation Maintenance Engineer

Polypipe Building Services; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineered drainage solutions is looking for an Automation Maintenance Engineer in Maidstone. The role involves providing specialist support for automation systems, coordinating projects, and enhancing system knowledge within the team. Candidates should have an HNC or equivalent experience in engineering and a solid understanding of automation technologies.

Benefits

25 days holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%

Free flu vouchers

Free on-site parking

Complimentary health initiatives

Qualifications

• Understanding of machine/automation safety requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Good math and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for automation fault finding and improvement.
• Coordinate planned maintenance of automation.
• Liaise with the Engineering Manager to plan workload.

Skills

Knowledge of hydraulics

Knowledge of pneumatics

Electrical circuits

Electronics

Mechanics

Computer skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

HNC in electrical, mechanical or computer engineering

Job description

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Maidstone, Kent

Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years. Role Overview: This role is to provide Engineering and specialist support to repair, maintain and improve Automation, mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment in all production areas. Supporting our Automation project engineer in scoping, specifying, and delivering Automation projects and to develop automation knowledge within the existing maintenance engineering team to ensure 24-hour automation production support. Key Responsibilities: * Provide technical support for all aspects of automation fault finding and improvement. * Ensure all automation projects are embedded with the local maintenance engineering teams for seamless handover. * Collaborate with the Engineering team in relation to PLC, HMI and control system upgrades. * Coordinate planned maintenance of automation with engineering and external resources. * Identify and coordinate automation training opportunities for self and engineering maintenance team. * Liaise with the Engineering Manager, Automation Project Engineer and Engineering Team Leader to plan workload. * Support the Automation project engineer in research & development into site wide automation possibilities. * Participate in Automation project teams to achieve the agreed project outcomes. * Support the Automation project engineer in design, specification and introduction of scalable automation and control systems. * Support the Automation project engineer in automation developments within Polypipe group, external automation suppliers and wider manufacturing & warehouse operations. * Liaise with automation teams within Polypipe group to share knowledge. * Update / improve existing automation. * Maintain a high level of housekeeping within all automation areas. * Drive company values and promote an environment of continuous improvement. Skills & Requirements: * An understanding of machine / automation safety requirements (potentially IOSH or similar training, understanding of PUWER). * Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical circuits, electronics, mechanics and computers and preferably qualified to a minimum HNC level in electrical, mechanical or computer engineering * Knowledge of PLC logic and programming (potential for training). * Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex systems tests. * Ability to identify skills gaps and proactively develop own and wider teams automation knowledge. * Good organisational and prioritisation skills. * Excellent communication skills. * knowledge of IFS Maintenance system & Good Maths and analytical skills. * Computer literate - knowledge of Excel and Word essential. Working Hours & Benefits: * Monday - Thursday, 8:00am-4:00pm & Fridays 8:00am-2:00pm * 25 days holiday entitlement * Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme * Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8% & Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership) * Free flu vouchers & Free on-site parking * Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services * Staff discount on all Genuit Group products

Job InfoJob Title:Automation Maintenance EngineerCompany:CV-LibraryLocation:Maidstone, KentSalary:CompetitivePosted:Closes:Jul 7th 2025Sector:EngineeringContract:PermanentHours:Full Time

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Repair and Maintenance

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