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Maintenance Engineer in Elton

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Elton

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GBP 59,000

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Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking an Automated Warehouse Engineer for a key role in a fast-paced logistics operation. You will be responsible for maintaining the efficiency and operation of automated systems while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will be qualified to HNC/HND level in Electrical Engineering and have experience in high-pressure logistics environments. This position offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

  • Experience post-apprenticeship in a similar engineering environment.
  • Previous experience in high-pressure logistics or warehouse environments.
  • Comfortable working at heights (up to 35m).

Responsibilities

  • Ensure smooth operation of the automated warehouse system.
  • Carry out all planned preventative maintenance safely.
  • Diagnose and repair faults quickly to minimise downtime.

Skills

Time-served in a recognised Apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi-skilled Engineering
Strong knowledge of three-phase motors
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting ability
PC literate with excellent communication skills
Welding and fabrication skills

Education

Qualification to HNC/HND level in Electrical or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
Job description

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Automated Warehouse Engineer

Days/Nights/Weekends

£58,437.84

Ellesmere Port

gap technical are seeking an Automated Warehouse Engineer to join our client. This role offers the chance to be a key part of a fast-paced, high-tech logistics operation. As an Automated Warehouse Engineer, you will ensure the continuous running and efficiency of cranes, conveyors, elevators, shuttle cars, and the Logistics Rail Head, supporting a state‑of‑the‑art warehousing environment.

Performance Objectives
  • Ensure smooth operation of the automated warehouse system.
  • Carry out all planned preventative maintenance safely and within set deadlines.
  • Diagnose and repair faults quickly to minimise downtime.
  • Maintain all warehouse plant and machinery, ensuring operational readiness.
  • Conduct weekly testing of sprinkler systems and pumps.
  • Drive continuous improvement of warehouse systems and processes.
  • Coordinate and oversee contractors on site, ensuring compliance with site rules and regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with Production, Despatch, and Filling teams to optimise performance.
  • Uphold health and safety standards, including safe equipment use, PPE compliance, accident/incident reporting, and housekeeping.
Person Specification
  • Time-served in a recognised Apprenticeship in Electrical or Multi-skilled Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical).
  • Qualified to HNC/HND level in Electrical or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience post-apprenticeship in a similar engineering environment.
  • Strong knowledge of three-phase motors, inverter drives, hoists, drive gearboxes, and PLC Siemens 7.
  • Welding and fabrication skills (advantageous for mechanical bias).
  • Previous experience in high-pressure logistics or warehouse environments, ideally in food, drinks, or packaging.
  • Experience with automated cranes and automated conveyor systems highly advantageous.
  • Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting ability.
  • Comfortable working at heights (up to 35m).
  • PC literate with excellent communication skills.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team, with proven leadership capability.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.
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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. Gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.

Closing date 30/11/2025.

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