Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician to join their dynamic team in Manchester. In this pivotal role, you will lead a skilled team to ensure optimal equipment performance and compliance with safety standards. Your expertise in technical leadership and engineering will drive process improvements and enhance operational efficiency across the EU network. This position offers opportunities for career advancement in a fast-paced environment, where your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and service delivery. If you are passionate about engineering and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Full Engineering apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering required.
• Experience in technical leadership and electrical/mechanical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure equipment availability and compliance.
• Monitor equipment performance and implement system improvements.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Automation

Process Improvement

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Degree in Technical Discipline

Tools

Scada

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

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Senior Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician, Manchester

Client:

Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is central to Amazon's commitment to innovation. As Amazon evolves and adapts, this team ensures that the tools and technologies we use are up-to-date. As a Senior RME Technician, you'll help us stay ahead by adopting the latest technologies and identifying new, efficient ways of working. Your role involves paying close attention to our processes to maintain high standards and implementing upgrades to enhance them further.

Key job responsibilities

• Demonstrate best practices in equipment safety and monitor teams to ensure proper process adherence
• Track equipment performance through visual checks, condition-based monitoring, and preventative maintenance, scheduling additional servicing as needed
• Supervise technicians on shift, support their development, and act as the first point of contact for Reliability Maintenance Engineers
• Resolve equipment issues to reduce downtime and support rapid processing of packages
• Assist in system improvements and standardize processes across the EU network

A day in the life

Each shift involves leading a team to ensure equipment availability and proper operation, monitoring processes for compliance, and carrying out preventative maintenance to maximize uptime. You'll observe and suggest system improvements, implement them EU-wide, and monitor process performance using tools like Scada. You will also work closely with your line manager on administrative tasks. The role involves shift work, including weekends and nights, with opportunities for progression into more senior roles.

About the team

The RME team maintains equipment performance across Amazon’s fulfillment centers, working on installing automated systems, general maintenance, and repairs. We focus on reducing downtime to ensure timely customer orders. The team is composed of skilled professionals guided by experienced leaders, with opportunities for career advancement within Amazon.

Basic Qualifications

• Full Engineering indentured Apprenticeship and/or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject
• Experience in a technical leadership role
• Experience in electrical and mechanical disciplines
• Experience with automation or material handling equipment
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multi-contractor and multi-site environments
• Understanding of PLC control systems and compliance requirements
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems
• Degree in a technical or operational discipline (preferred)