Automation Maintenance Technician - Pool

Royalmailgroup; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pool Automation Maintenance Engineer to ensure the performance of automation assets through effective maintenance. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a 24/7 shift pattern, providing essential support to engineering teams. Candidates should be experienced in electrical and mechanical engineering, with a strong focus on health and safety. Join a company undergoing significant technological transformation, where your contributions will shape the future of delivery services in the e-commerce era.

Qualifications

• Experienced multi-skilled engineer qualified in electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and experience with automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
• Identify root causes of automation breakdowns and prioritize corrective actions.
• Lead Continuous Improvement projects for machinery in the Hub/Mail Centre.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Preventative Maintenance

Predictive Maintenance

Corrective Maintenance

Health & Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Education

ONC Electrical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

We are now recruiting for Pool Automation Maintenance Engineers at our Chelmsford Mail Centre, Winsford Way, CHELMSFORD. CM2 5AA site.

Contract: Permanent

Salary/Hours: To be confirmed at the offer stage

The role covers a 24/7 shift pattern.

The successful candidate will be required to follow the Chelmsford Mail Centre shift rotation system, with some voluntary flexibility to meet our 24/7 operational needs, including voluntary overtime and occasional shift pattern flexibility.

This role is a Pool position, requiring adaptability and flexibility to step in for other Technicians during their leave or sick leave. When not covering, you will follow the shift rota.

The role will cover early, late, and night shifts.

The Role

Responsible for ensuring the availability and performance of automation assets through effective maintenance procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Performing maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance
2. Conducting continuous improvement activities
3. Providing support to the Engineering Manager, Maintenance Team Leader, and Engineering Team Coaches, including completing shift reports, fault logging, and data entry
4. Identifying root causes of automation breakdowns and prioritizing corrective actions
5. Monitoring equipment performance and collaborating with operational stakeholders to improve automation outputs
6. Leading Continuous Improvement projects from conception to implementation for machinery in the Hub/Mail Centre
7. Working independently and as part of a team to achieve goals

About you

You should be an experienced multi-skilled engineer qualified in electrical and mechanical engineering (minimum ONC Electrical Engineering / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent). You should understand Health & Safety legislation, have experience maintaining automation equipment, and possess a flexible approach with strong communication skills.

A full UK driving licence is required, as travel to other sites may be necessary.

What happens next?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, which includes practical and verbal assessments. You will need to provide proof of your qualifications at this interview.

About Us

Royal Mail has a history spanning five centuries, connecting companies, customers, and communities across the UK with a universal postal service to over 29 million addresses. As the market evolves, we aim to be recognized as the best delivery company in the UK and Europe by becoming more commercial, flexible, and efficient. We are undergoing significant technological transformation, investing in new parcel processing technology, and offering a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting change, shaping the future of delivery services in the e-commerce era.

We value diversity and actively support inclusion. We are committed to providing adjustments during the application process if needed.

For more information about Royal Mail Group and our values, please visit: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/