Hands-On Automation Maintenance Engineer Assistant

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Crick; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Dental insurance

Online GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking an Automation Maintenance Engineering Assistant to support maintenance of automated warehouse equipment at Crick. This permanent, full-time role is ideal for hands-on engineers building a long-term career in automation and engineering.

You will participate in preventative and corrective maintenance, fault finding, and data recording while embracing safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the site. Training and development are encouraged.

Qualifications

• A qualification in electrical or mechanical engineering City & Guilds/NVQ L1 and working towards L2.
• Interest in automation technology, engineering systems, and technical problem solving.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support preventative and corrective maintenance activities across automated warehouse equipment.
• Assist with fault finding, root cause analysis, and timely resolution of automation breakdowns.
• Complete maintenance records, technical audits, and performance reporting accurately.
• Promote high standards of safety, housekeeping, and engineering compliance.
• Contribute ideas and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Automation interest

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Proactive attitude

Education

Electrical/Mechanical eng qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ L1)

Working towards L2

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking an Automation Maintenance Engineering Assistant to support maintenance of automated warehouse equipment at Crick. This permanent, full-time role is ideal for hands-on engineers building a long-term career in automation and engineering.

You will participate in preventative and corrective maintenance, fault finding, and data recording while embracing safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the site. Training and development are encouraged.