Maintenance Engineer

AMH Material Handling; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Lymedale is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their skilled team. Offering a competitive salary up to £47,000 inclusive of shift allowance, the role involves maintaining automated systems in a fast-paced logistics environment. The ideal candidate will possess relevant engineering qualifications and strong problem-solving skills. There are ample opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive and innovative work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary including shift allowance

Career growth opportunities

Training on latest automation technologies

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive, people-focused culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance engineering (electrical, mechanical, or multi-skilled).
• Practical understanding of conveyors, motors, pneumatics.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns.
• Support site uptime and performance against KPIs.
• Maintain clear communication with engineering and operations teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Relevant qualification in engineering (e.g. NVQ level 3)

Tools

CMMS systems

PLC-controlled systems

Job description

Maintenance Engineer We're hiring a Maintenance Engineer to join AMH Material Handling's growing team in Lymedale, near Stoke-on-Trent.

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Offering a competitive salary up to £47,000 including shift allowance, optional overtime, and the chance to work on one of the UK's most advanced automated facilities.

About AMH Material Handling

At AMH Material Handling, we design, install and maintain intelligent automation and material handling systems for some of the UK's biggest names in retail and logistics. We’re known for our innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence, delivering large-scale automated solutions that keep our clients’ operations moving efficiently and safely. With our continued investment in people, technology, and systems, we’re building a workplace where engineers are empowered to learn, progress, and shape the future of automation.

The Role

As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll play a key role in keeping our customer’s automated systems operating at peak performance.

You’ll be part of a small, skilled team, providing both planned and reactive maintenance across conveyors, AMRs, and automated handling systems within a fast-paced logistics environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and responding quickly to breakdowns
• Supporting site uptime and performance against KPIs
• Working safely to H&S standards, ensuring compliance with AMH and client policies
• Using the CMMS system to record, plan and complete maintenance tasks
• Supporting continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability
• Maintaining clear communication with the engineering and operations teams
• Ensuring all documentation and reports are accurate and up to date

Location : Lymedale, near Stoke-on-Trent

Salary : Up to £47,000 (inclusive of shift allowance)

Hours : 12‑hour shifts, days and nights incl weekends

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for an adaptable, reliable engineer who enjoys problem‑solving, continuous learning, and teamwork.

Essential

• Relevant qualification in engineering e.g. NVQ level 3, apprenticeship etc.
• Previous experience in maintenance engineering (electrical, mechanical, or multi‑skilled)
• Practical understanding of conveyors, motors, pneumatics, and PLC‑controlled systems
• Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and team‑working ability
• Flexible to work shifts (including days / nights)
• Committed to working safely and maintaining high standards

Why You’ll Love Working with AMH

• Up to £47,000 including shift allowance, with overtime opportunities
• Career growth – structured opportunities to progress within AMH's expanding network of sites
• Training and development on the latest automation technologies
• Comprehensive benefits – pension, sick pay, death in service, company uniform, laptop and phone provided
• Supportive, people‑focused culture where collaboration is valued
• Be part of the future of automation, working with world‑class technology and a respected UK leader in the sector

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