Maintenance and Automation Engineer

B&M Retail Limited; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discounts

Job summary

B&M Retail Limited in Ellesmere Port is seeking a hands-on Maintenance and Automation Engineer to support automated warehousing operations in our distribution centre. You will respond to breakdowns, carry out routine maintenance, and work with third-party contractors to keep systems running smoothly.

The role is full-time, on-site, 39 hours per week (Mon-Fri). You will install equipment, maintain records, and contribute to PPMS and Health & Safety compliance, with PLC-based automation experience

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance of automation systems (PLC-based).
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
• Demonstrates a proactive, can-do attitude in a fast-moving warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to breakdowns and issues reported by colleagues.
• Carry out routine and planned maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records on facilities management system.
• Collaborate with third-party contractors on projects and installations.
• Assist with equipment installations, project work and general planned preventative maintenance (PPM).

Skills

Automation PLCs

Health & Safety

Can-do attitude

Job description

Have you got experience working with autonomous, PLC based warehousing equipment? Do you have a \"can do\" attitude, with no job being to small or large? Would you like to join one of the UK's leading retailers?

We are currently searching for a Maintenance and Automation Engineer to join B&M in our Distribution Centre in Ellesmere Port.

The Shift Pattern available is: Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week

This is a hands on role, where you will be supporting our Maintenance Manager with the general maintenance of our distribution centre and the equipment/facilities within, with a focus on the increasing automation technology on site. This site is the latest in the B&M portfolio and acts as a \"imports centre\", feeding the rest of the network as opposed to Stores.

This role is offered on a full time, permanent basis. You will be based on-site, 5 days per week.

What you’ll be doing

• Responding swiftly to any breakdowns and issues raised by colleagues


• Carrying out routine/planned maintenance tasks


• Maintaining accurate records on our facilities management system.


• Collaborating and working alongside third party contractors


• Assisting with equipment installations, project work and general PPM as required.

What you’ll bring:

• A qualification or equivalent industry experience with Automation systems (PLC based)


• A strong understanding of Health and Safety regulations


• A \"can do\" attitude, no job is too small or too large


• Ability to use both power and hand tools as required


• Hands on experience in a warehousing environment is desired, but not essential.

Why B&M?

From humble beginnings in Blackpool, B&M has grown into one of the UK’s leading variety and discount retailers. With over 780 stores, 35,000 colleagues, and more than 4 million customers visiting every week, our growth story is something we’re proud of.

Our Group now includes Heron Foods and B&M France, as we continue to expand across the UK and beyond. None of this would be possible without our “Best in Class” warehousing and logistics teams - the heartbeat of our business, keeping our shelves stocked and our customers happy.

We offer you a range of great benefits including discount in our stores, a colleague portal offering discount for numerous retailers, hospitality & much more! Check out our full benefits here https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits/

B&M are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all colleagues.