Automation Maintenance Technician

Proactive Global; City Of London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Automation Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliability and performance of automated systems at a major mail centre. You will perform maintenance, diagnose faults, and contribute to continuous improvement projects. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Engineering and experience in maintaining mechanical systems. A flexible approach to work and a full UK driving licence are required. This role offers competitive pay and valuable benefits, including training for professional growth.

Benefits

Night shift allowance

22.5 days annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining automated or mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Flexible approach to working hours and occasional site travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated machinery.
• Diagnose faults and identify root causes to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with operations teams to optimise automation outputs.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Automation Maintenance Technician

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (rotating early, late & night shifts)

Salary: £53,195 per annum + night shift allowance + weekend premiums. Total earning potential: Over £60,000 per annum

Location: Farringdon

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our client’s automation team at their state‑of‑the‑art mail centre. You'll help keep their cutting‑edge sorting and parcel processing systems running smoothly through planned preventative maintenance, fault finding, and continuous improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major national organisation investing heavily in automation and innovation.

Job Summary

As a key member of the engineering team, you'll ensure the reliability, efficiency, and performance of our automated systems through a combination of preventative and reactive maintenance enhancing our mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated machinery.
• Diagnose faults and identify root causes to minimise downtime.
• Carry out continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment performance and reliability.
• Support Engineering Managers, Team Leaders, and Coaches through maintenance reports, fault logs, and data entry.
• Collaborate with operations teams to optimise automation outputs and performance.
• Take ownership of Continuous Improvement projects from concept to implementation.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to achieve shared goals.

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 qualification (NVQ/ONC) in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven experience maintaining automated or mechanical systems in an industrial environment.
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible approach to working hours and occasional site travel (full UK driving licence required).

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary.
• Night shift allowance and weekend premiums.
• 22.5 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
• Defined contribution pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth.
• Be part of one of the UK's most significant automation and engineering transformation projects.

How to Apply

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact.

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Technical Recruitment is an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.