Engineering Maintenance Technician

Proactive Global; Crick; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics technology provider in Crick is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician to ensure critical automation systems operate smoothly, supporting e-commerce delivery. The role requires electrical and mechanical engineering qualifications, hands-on experience with automation, and a strong understanding of Health & Safety. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, improving automation outputs, and rotating shifts. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Very competitive salary package

Professional development and growth opportunities

Chance to shape the future of distribution centre operations

Qualifications

• Electrical and mechanical engineering qualifications (minimum ONC Electrical Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Hands‑on experience maintaining complex automation equipment.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Adaptability and confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance.
• Identify the root cause of automation breakdowns and prioritise corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance and improve automation outputs.
• Work rotating 8-week shift pattern across days and nights.

Skills

Electrical engineering qualifications

Maintaining complex automation equipment

Understanding of Health & Safety legislation

Communication of technical concepts

Adaptability

Education

ONC Electrical Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Automation systems

Job description

Engineering Maintenance Technician

12 Hr Shifts - Days + Nights

Northampton

£55,000

About the Role

You’ll have a unique opportunity to be a part of this exciting programme, creating a delivery service provider for the future and able to meet customer demand in the emerging "e-commerce" society. A significant opportunity for anyone wishing to further their careers through dedicated commitment.

Your Impact

As a Automation Maintenance Technician, you’ll be the backbone of our operations, ensuring critical automation systems run at peak performance 24/7. This isn’t just maintenance – it’s being the technical expert who keeps the nation’s deliveries flowing seamlessly.

What You’ll Do

• Perform maintenance tasks, including preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance
• Perform continuous improvement work
• Provide effective and efficient support to the Engineering Manager, Maintenance Team Leader and Engineering Team Coaches, including completion of end of shift reports, fault logging and data entry
• Identify the root cause of automation breakdowns and prioritise corrective actions to meet operational processing requirements
• Monitor equipment performance and improve automation outputs in collaboration with operational stakeholders
• Identify and work on Continuous Improvement projects – from conception to implementation ownership – for machinery in the Hub/ Mail Centre
• Work on own initiative and as part of a team to achieve common goals
• Work rotating 8‑week shift pattern across days and nights – (Panama 2's and 3's)
• Oversee automated systems including ASRS and AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robotics) technology and 3D printing systems
• Implement best‑in‑class maintenance strategies to maximise operational efficiency
• Perform preventative maintenance operations while minimising equipment downtime

What You’ll Bring

Essential Experience

• Electrical and mechanical engineering qualifications (minimum ONC Electrical Engineering/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Hands‑on experience maintaining complex automation equipment
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
• Full UK driving licence
• Adaptability and confidence to work both independently and as part of a team

Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of automation systems
• Experience in automated maintenance

What We Offer

• Very competitive salary package and benefits
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Chance to shape the future of distribution centre operations

Join us in driving innovation and excellence in automated distribution technology. Help shape the future of logistics while leading a talented team in a dynamic, technology‑driven environment.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.