Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician

Beam Projects; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician in Leeds. The role involves supervising a team, ensuring equipment readiness, and implementing process improvements. Candidates should have a full engineering apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3, along with experience in technical leadership and automation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical leadership role.
• Experience with automation or material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise technicians on shift and support their development.
• Track equipment performance and schedule servicing.
• Contribute to system improvements and standardize processes.

Skills

Technical leadership

Electrical discipline

Mechanical discipline

Automation

Proficiency in English

Education

Full Engineering Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3

Degree in a technical or operational discipline

Tools

Computerised maintenance management systems

PLC control systems

SCADA

Job description

Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician

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Job Overview

Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is central to Amazon's commitment to innovation. As a Senior RME Technician, you'll help us stay ahead by adopting the latest technologies, identifying efficient workflows, and maintaining high standards through process improvements and upgrades.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure equipment is used safely and monitor team adherence to processes.
2. Track equipment performance through visual checks, condition monitoring, and preventative maintenance; schedule additional servicing as needed.
3. Supervise technicians on shift, support their development, and act as the first contact for Reliability Maintenance Engineers.
4. Resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime and support operational efficiency.
5. Contribute to system improvements and standardize processes across the EU network.

A Day in the Life

You will lead a team during your shift, ensuring equipment readiness, monitoring processes, and implementing improvements across the EU. Utilize tools like SCADA, coordinate with your line manager for administrative tasks, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The role involves shift work, including weekends and nights, with opportunities for career progression.

About the Team

The RME team maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment in Amazon's fulfillment centers worldwide. Our team is made up of skilled professionals and leaders dedicated to reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies like Amazon Robotics.

Basic Qualifications

• Full Engineering Apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 or higher in a relevant Engineering field.
• Experience in a technical leadership role.
• Experience in electrical and mechanical disciplines.
• Experience with automation or material handling equipment.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working across multiple sites and contractors.
• Knowledge of PLC control systems and compliance standards.
• Experience with computerised maintenance management systems.
• Degree in a technical or operational discipline is preferred.

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Construction