Installation Technician

TXM Recruit; Luton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Job summary

TXM Recruit in the UK is looking for an Installation Technician for a mobile, field-based role supporting projects across the UK and globally. You will install, assemble, wire and commission warehouse automation systems on-site, perform safety tests, and collaborate with engineers and site teams. A strong mechanical/electrical background and excellent communication are essential, with frequent national travel and extended time away from home.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation, installation, or commissioning.
• Mechanical and/or electrical background.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer-facing abilities.
• Willing to travel nationally and work away from home.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and wire warehouse automation systems on-site.
• Commission systems and perform functional and safety testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers and site teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality standards.
• Complete installation reports, QA records and documentation.
• Provide on-site updates and basic operator training to customers.

Skills

Industrial automation

Installation

Commissioning

Fault finding

Customer facing

Health & safety

Education

Mechanical or Electrical background

Tools

MEWPs

Forklift

Job description

Installation Technician – Warehouse Automation

£45-48K DOE | 28 days annual leave | National Travel

We’re partnering with a global warehouse automation business to recruit an Installation Technician for a highly mobile, field-based role supporting projects across the UK and the Globe.

The role

• Install, assemble, and wire warehouse automation systems on-site
• Commission systems and carry out functional and safety testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
• Work closely with engineers, project managers, and site teams
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and quality standards
• Complete installation reports, QA records, and documentation
• Provide on-site updates and basic operator training to customersIND4

Travel requirement

• Frequent travel
• Regular National travel
• Occasional short-notice or urgent site visits
• Flexible working hours during peak installation phases

What we’re looking for

• Experience in industrial automation, installation, or commissioning
• Mechanical and/or electrical background
• Confident fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and customer-facing ability
• Comfortable working at height (MEWPs / forklifts)
• Happy with extensive travel and working away from home