Electrical Maintenance Engineer – PLC & Automation (Day)

CV Technical; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international logistics company in Wales seeks a Maintenance Engineer to support high-automation warehousing. Responsibilities include planned maintenance and PLC fault finding on automated systems. Required qualifications are a time-served apprenticeship and electrical qualifications. The role offers competitive pay, 20 days holiday, and ongoing training in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive market-based salary

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and workplace insurance

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive, team-based culture with progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an automated or distribution/warehouse environment highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• IT literacy and familiarity with digital maintenance systems.
• Good level of written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of refrigeration systems and basic food hygiene is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and responsive repairs on automated systems.
• Fault finding and basic repair of electrical and mechanical components.
• Monitoring and management of CMMS systems.
• Supervising and coordinating with on-site contractors.
• Ensuring health & safety standards are met.

Skills

PLC fault finding

Conveyors, belts, and drive systems

Pneumatics and hydraulics

Sensors and metal detectors

Motors, gearboxes, and bearings

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Formal electrical qualification (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds)

Job description

A leading international logistics company in Wales seeks a Maintenance Engineer to support high-automation warehousing. Responsibilities include planned maintenance and PLC fault finding on automated systems. Required qualifications are a time-served apprenticeship and electrical qualifications. The role offers competitive pay, 20 days holiday, and ongoing training in a supportive team environment.