Distribution Center Maintenance & Automation Technician

Cromwell; Wigston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Annual leave 20 days

Maternity/Paternity pay

Healthcare cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Learning & development

Job summary

Cromwell in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering & Facilities Technician to keep our Distribution Centre running safely, efficiently and reliably. You will maintain and repair automated, mechanical, electrical and building systems, responding to day‑to‑day issues while identifying solutions to improve uptime.

This is a hands‑on role with reactive maintenance and participation in preventative programmes, facilities upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications

• A recognised apprenticeship in an engineering discipline with an electrical qualification.
• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems with the ability to diagnose complex faults.
• Proactive problem solving and the ability to work independently and make decisions.
• Strong safety and quality mindset, ensuring work is compliant and controlled.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control system faults across the Distribution Centre.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance to maximise equipment availability and minimise downtime.
• Support facilities and infrastructure upgrades and repairs across automated, conveyor and building assets.
• Identify recurring faults and develop effective, long-term solutions and continuous improvements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, contractors and apprentices, sharing knowledge and developing others.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Mechanical systems

Problem solving

Safety mindful

Communication & teamwork

Education

HNC/HND in engineering

Job description

Cromwell in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering & Facilities Technician to keep our Distribution Centre running safely, efficiently and reliably. You will maintain and repair automated, mechanical, electrical and building systems, responding to day‑to‑day issues while identifying solutions to improve uptime.

This is a hands‑on role with reactive maintenance and participation in preventative programmes, facilities upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.