Engineering Maintenance Assistant

Dematic; Ellistown; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dematic is seeking practical, motivated individuals who want more than just a job. Join a flagship operation to develop hands-on technical skills, work with advanced automation, and build a long-term career in engineering.

You'll work alongside experienced Maintenance Technicians to keep automated material handling equipment running safely and efficiently, gaining exposure to mechanical, electrical and software-controlled systems.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction, Maintenance or a related technical discipline
• Experience using hand tools and working with mechanical, electrical or technical equipment
• A practical understanding of mechanical, electrical or software‑controlled systems
• Good IT skills and confidence using technology
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety
• The physical capability to work within a large, active operational environment.
• Has a genuine interest in engineering and automation
• Is eager to learn and develop new technical skills
• Wants to progress and build a long-term engineering career
• Understands that learning complex automated systems takes time and is prepared to embrace the challenge
• Has the confidence to speak up, share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement
• Takes ownership of problems and enjoys finding practical solutions
• Thrives as part of a high-performing team

Responsibilities

• Providing first-line response to faults, blockages and issues across automated material handling equipment
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance activities
• Supporting Maintenance Technicians during breakdowns and repair activities
• Completing planned and reactive work orders within agreed service levels
• Carrying out maintenance tasks under approved Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Resolving operational issues within agreed timescales to maintain service delivery
• Using maintenance systems and tools to support effective fault resolution
• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Maintaining excellent relationships with customer teams on site
• Ensuring all activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures
• Contributing ideas to improve system performance, site efficiency and team effectiveness

Skills

NVQ Level 2 in Eng./Maintenance

Hand tools experience

Mechanical/electrical systems

IT skills

Communication

Health & Safety

Physical fitness

Willingness to learn

Long-term career

Teamwork

Problem solving

Ownership & initiative

Continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, solving problems and learning how technology works? At Dematic, we're looking for ambitious people who want more than just a job. We're seeking practical, motivated individuals who are eager to develop their technical skills, work with advanced automation technology and build a long-term career in engineering.

This opportunity is based at one of Dematic's flagship operations, showcasing some of the most advanced automation technology within our global network. Supporting a large-scale automated facility, you'll gain exposure to industry-leading mechanical, electrical and software-controlled systems while working alongside experienced engineers in a fast-paced environment.

Whether you're coming from an engineering, construction, maintenance or technical background, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to develop your skills, learn from experienced professionals and build a rewarding career within automation engineering.

We offer:

At Dematic, we understand that becoming a skilled automation engineer doesn't happen overnight. During your first few years, you'll learn from experienced engineers while gaining hands‑on exposure to some of the most advanced automation technology in the industry. You'll develop your fault‑finding, maintenance and problem‑solving skills through a combination of structured learning and real‑world experience.

Tasks and Qualifications:

Working alongside experienced Maintenance Technicians, you'll play a key role in keeping our automated systems operating safely and efficiently.

• Providing first-line response to faults, blockages and issues across automated material handling equipment
• Assisting with planned preventative maintenance activities
• Supporting Maintenance Technicians during breakdowns and repair activities
• Completing planned and reactive work orders within agreed service levels
• Carrying out maintenance tasks under approved Safe Systems of Work, Risk Assessments and Method Statements
• Resolving operational issues within agreed timescales to maintain service delivery
• Using maintenance systems and tools to support effective fault resolution
• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Maintaining excellent relationships with customer teams on site
• Ensuring all activities are completed safely and in line with company procedures
• Contributing ideas to improve system performance, site efficiency and team effectiveness

We're looking for people with the right attitude, aptitude and ambition.

• An NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction, Maintenance or a related technical discipline
• Experience using hand tools and working with mechanical, electrical or technical equipment
• A practical understanding of mechanical, electrical or software‑controlled systems
• Good IT skills and confidence using technology
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety
• The physical capability to work within a large, active operational environment.
• Has a genuine interest in engineering and automation
• Is eager to learn and develop new technical skills
• Wants to progress and build a long-term engineering career
• Understands that learning complex automated systems takes time and is prepared to embrace the challenge
• Has the confidence to speak up, share ideas and contribute to continuous improvement
• Takes ownership of problems and enjoys finding practical solutions
• Thrives as part of a high-performing team

This role operates within a 24/7 engineering operation and follows a rotating shift pattern covering days, nights and weekends.

Dematic is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Dematic prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.