Maintenance Technician - Logistics Automation

Roboticsconnected; Ellistown; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician in the UK to maintain, repair and support automated equipment on customer sites, ensuring KPI targets and safety standards are met. You will perform scheduled servicing per manuals and diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, electronic, PLC and PC systems.

The role requires an engineering apprenticeship, NVQ/ONC, and preferably IOSH safety training, with experience in conveyor systems and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering; essential technical foundation.
• IOSH working safely (desirable) and an engineering apprenticeship support practical safety and hands-on work.
• FEM and BS standards knowledge in automated warehouse environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and support equipment on the Customer's site.
• Meet Dematic and customer KPI expectations.
• Undertake AMHE equipment servicing per manuals.
• Undertake scheduled repairs per manufacturer recommendations.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, PLC and PC faults and repair.
• Prioritise system faults to minimise downtime.
• Ensure health & safety compliance at all times.
• Record all work accurately and maintain documentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and on-site efficiency.
• Maintain product flow and ensure on-site spares are adequate.
• Represent the company professionally and maintain customer relations.
• Adhere to Dematic quality processes.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical engineering

Control systems understanding

PLC knowledge

Problem solving

Conveyor systems experience

PC literacy

Working at height

Education

NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

IOSH working safely (desirable)

Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

PC literacy

Job description

Dematic is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician in the UK to maintain, repair and support automated equipment on customer sites, ensuring KPI targets and safety standards are met. You will perform scheduled servicing per manuals and diagnose faults across mechanical, electrical, electronic, PLC and PC systems.

The role requires an engineering apprenticeship, NVQ/ONC, and preferably IOSH safety training, with experience in conveyor systems and continuous improvement mindset.