Automation Maintenance Engineer: Lead Improvement

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

Job summary

A leading delivery service provider in Preston is seeking a skilled Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal operation of advanced automation systems. The role involves maintaining automation assets, driving continuous improvement projects, and requires qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering and experience with automation equipment. Offering a competitive salary over £54,000 per annum and full-time hours, this position supports a dynamic team environment and shares a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Night shift allowance

22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Weekend shift supplements

Qualifications

• Qualified in electrical and mechanical engineering with ONC or NVQ Level 3.
• Experienced in maintaining automation equipment with PLC knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Proactive team player who can work independently.
• Full UK driving licence for occasional site travel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automation assets through preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement projects from concept to execution.
• Collaborate with managers completing reports and logging faults.
• Diagnose and resolve automation breakdowns swiftly.
• Monitor performance and enhance output.

Skills

Electrical and mechanical engineering

Maintenance of automation equipment

PLC knowledge

Health & Safety legislation

Team player

Education

ONC Electrical Engineering / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A leading delivery service provider in Preston is seeking a skilled Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure optimal operation of advanced automation systems. The role involves maintaining automation assets, driving continuous improvement projects, and requires qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering and experience with automation equipment. Offering a competitive salary over £54,000 per annum and full-time hours, this position supports a dynamic team environment and shares a commitment to safety and efficiency.