Automation Maintenance Technician – Material Handling

Dematic; Erith; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation And Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic in Erith is seeking an experienced Resident Maintenance Technician to support automated material handling systems on site. You will maintain, repair, and support Dematic equipment, working within a dedicated team under the Site Engineering Manager.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic and PLC faults, perform scheduled servicing, and ensure safety, quality, and precise documentation of all work. Shift pattern includes days, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• ONC or equivalent in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.
• Preferably a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• A working understanding of Mechanical, Electrical & Electronic technical manuals & drawings.
• Willingness to work shifts including days, nights and weekends.
• Basic understanding of control systems and techniques.
• Basic understanding of PLC equipment.
• Experience working at height.
• Previous experience with various conveyor systems.
• IT literacy.
• Understanding of pre-preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.
• FEM and BS standards governing the automated warehouse industry would be desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out automated material handling and equipment servicing in accordance with the quality standards and time schedules as set out in the equipment manuals.
• To undertake scheduled repairs in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and industry standard practices.
• Diagnosis of Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic / PLC / PC faults and subsequent repairs.
• To comply with Health & Safety legislation at all times.
• To ensure the quality of output at all times.
• To accurately record all work undertaken.
• Involvement in continuous improvement and sales opportunities.
• To ensure on-site spares are kept to optimum levels.
• To represent the company in a professional manner at all times and maintain customer relations.
• To adhere to the Quality processes and procedures as set out by the company.

Skills

Electrical faults

Mechanical faults

PLC faults

IT literacy

Shift work

Education

ONC in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Engineering apprenticeship

Tools

PLC software

Electrical drawings

Mechanical drawings

Job description

Dematic in Erith is seeking an experienced Resident Maintenance Technician to support automated material handling systems on site. You will maintain, repair, and support Dematic equipment, working within a dedicated team under the Site Engineering Manager.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic and PLC faults, perform scheduled servicing, and ensure safety, quality, and precise documentation of all work. Shift pattern includes days, nights, and weekends.