Automation & Maintenance Engineer – 24/7 Parcel Hub

Royal Mail Group; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal and delivery service provider in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal performance of their automation systems. The role involves preventative and corrective maintenance, driving improvements, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as experience with PLCs. This position offers a salary over £53,195 annually, with additional night shift allowances and a focus on safety regulations.

Benefits

Night shift allowance

22.5 days annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified multi-skilled engineer in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Willingness to obtain City and Guilds 2391 & 2392 testing and inspection certification.
• Experience maintaining automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Keep automation assets performing through maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and log faults.
• Diagnose and resolve automation breakdowns.
• Monitor output performance.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Predictive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Health & Safety compliance

Education

ONC Electrical Engineering / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

PLC knowledge

Job description

A leading postal and delivery service provider in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal performance of their automation systems. The role involves preventative and corrective maintenance, driving improvements, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as experience with PLCs. This position offers a salary over £53,195 annually, with additional night shift allowances and a focus on safety regulations.