Automation Maintenance Technician | 24/7 Shifts, Growth & Impact

Royal Mail; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal and delivery service is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician based in Exeter. In this full-time role, you will earn over £56,000 annually plus benefits, performing vital maintenance tasks and supporting engineering operations. The ideal candidate will be a multi-skilled engineer with qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering and a flexible approach. Working shifts may include early, late, and night patterns. This role offers an excellent opportunity to improve automation processes and engage in continuous improvement projects.

Benefits

22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined contribution pension scheme

Weekend shift supplements

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining automation equipment.
• Flexible approach to work in a dynamic environment.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Provide support to the Engineering Manager and Senior Technicians.
• Identify root causes of automation breakdowns.
• Collaborate on Continuous Improvement projects.

Skills

Multi-skilled engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Communication of complex issues

Health & Safety legislation

Education

ONC Electrical Engineering / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

A leading postal and delivery service is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician based in Exeter. In this full-time role, you will earn over £56,000 annually plus benefits, performing vital maintenance tasks and supporting engineering operations. The ideal candidate will be a multi-skilled engineer with qualifications in electrical and mechanical engineering and a flexible approach. Working shifts may include early, late, and night patterns. This role offers an excellent opportunity to improve automation processes and engage in continuous improvement projects.