Maintenance Engineer - Automation

TN United Kingdom; North Shields; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a forward-thinking company, seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to ensure the optimal performance of cutting-edge equipment. In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise to maintain and repair automated systems, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Your proactive approach will enhance operational efficiency while building strong relationships across departments. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this role offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Join a team dedicated to serving customers and communities better every day.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

25 Days Holiday Entitlement

Access to Virtual GP Services

Mental Wellbeing Support

26 Weeks Maternity Leave

6 Weeks Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with highly automated equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance to a high standard and ensure issues are logged.
• Supervise site performance and manage spare parts effectively.

Skills

Engineering/Maintenance Experience

Electrical/Mechanical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis Skills

Stakeholder Management

Root Cause Analysis

Tools

CMMS

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Maintenance Engineer - Automation, Lakeside

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Client:

Tesco

Location:

Lakeside, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

An exciting new role within our Property Function! We are seeking a skilled and motivated Automation Technician to join our team. In this role, you will prioritize maintaining and repairing brand-new equipment, applying your technical expertise to ensure outstanding performance and continuous improvement principles. A passion for customer service is essential, as you will understand the impact of your decisions and the efficiency of your maintenance work, operating within your training and experience to ensure a safe environment for all.

You will maintain and repair cutting-edge equipment in our Urban Fulfilment Centre (UFC), utilizing your experience and technical knowledge. You will ensure that equipment operates in its optimum state through regular inspections, completing maintenance tasks according to good engineering practice, and striving to improve the equipment where possible.

At Tesco, we understand that life looks different for everyone. We welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. Whether you're starting your career, seeking more flexibility, or going through life-changing moments, please discuss with the Hiring Manager how they can support you.

You will be responsible for:

1. Completing maintenance to a high standard, ensuring issues are repaired immediately or logged for future attention.
2. Operating safely at all times, dynamically risk-assessing all jobs to ensure safety.
3. Building effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across departments.
4. Supervising site performance to ensure operational efficiency, understanding metrics like availability and performance.
5. Being proactive with time management to provide value to customers and support continuous improvement.
6. Documenting major breakdowns/outages using root cause analysis methods.
7. Supporting maintenance budget adherence through a no-waste approach and testing replaced equipment for future use.
8. Maintaining accurate records in the CMMS and completing shift reports to a high standard.
9. Managing spare parts and labor costs effectively.

You will need:

• Hands-on experience in engineering/maintenance with highly automated equipment.
• Electrical/mechanical cross-skilling.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Data analysis and presentation skills for timely decision-making.
• Influencing skills and high standards of work.

What's in it for you:

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 25 days plus a personal day and bank holidays.
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service) at full pay, plus 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
• Access to virtual GP services, Employee Assistance Programme, and mental wellbeing support.

About us:

Our vision at Tesco is to become every customer's favorite way to shop. Our purpose is 'Serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day'. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves. We are moving towards a blended working week, combining office and remote work. Please discuss with us how this can work for you.

Note: Successful applicants will need to provide bank details on their start date. We are an accredited Disability Confident Leader and committed to accessible recruitment. For support details, visit tesco-careers.com/accessibility.