BaSE Shift Maintenance Engineer

United Parcel Service of America, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Maintenance Technician for its London facilities. This permanent position involves performing maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. Ideal candidates will possess qualifications in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering along with strong troubleshooting skills and experience in maintenance practices.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Double pay on Sundays and Holidays

Company pension scheme

Discounts at major retailers

Full training provided

Opportunities for internal promotion

Qualifications

• Programming experience related to troubleshooting.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics maintenance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and repair sortation systems and related facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical schematics interpretation

Mechanical maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Qualification (Level 3)

Job description

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Job Description:

Job Summary

This position maintains maintenance activities at UPS package handling facilities. Provides inspection, troubleshooting, adjusting, and replaces electrical equipment, mechanical components, and pneumatic, hydraulic, and welding equipment. This position performs preventive maintenance inspections of plant equipment such as conveyors, bulk carts, and power industrial equipment. Also performs other tasks as requested.

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Shift Pattern:
4 week rotating shift pattern. Monday to Friday.

Week one: 05:35 to 14:15
Week two: Monday : 02:45 to 11:15 - Remainder of the week 05:45 to 14:15
Week Three: 21:45 to 06:15
Week Four: 13:45 to 22:15

What's in for you:

• A competitive salary
• Double pay on Sunday and Holidays worked
• Company pension scheme, discounts at major retailers (like Apple), cinemas and attractions (such as Alton Towers and The London Eye) plus many more benefits
• Full training to help you perform at your best
• Opportunities to progress - thanks to our 'promotion from within policy'

What you'll do:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and repair breakdowns in sortation system, facility and automation systems.
• Ensure minimal downtime by responding quickly to emergencies.
• Install, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors, and control panels.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance, including bearings, belts, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, sensors, relays, PLCs, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in sortation equipment.
• Assist in the installation of new machinery, production lines, or facility equipment.
• Assists in Upgrading existing systems to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Follow health and safety regulations. Ensure all work adheres to electrical and mechanical safety guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Identify recurring issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Use diagnostic tools and technical documentation to analyze system failures.
• Maintain service records & maintenance logs,
• Update work orders and inventory for spare parts and tools.
• Work alongside operations and management teams to ensure smooth operations.
• To Complete shift handovers in the absence of the Technician to ensure complete & accurate communications.

Your Qualifications:

• Programming experience including troubleshooting, basic understanding of networks, motor control theory, and operation including basic AC and DC electrical troubleshooting - Preferred
• Equipment maintenance experience including mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics and welding-Preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and elementary diagrams
• Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Qualification to a minimum standard of level 3.

Employee Type:

Permanent

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