Shift Automation Maintenance Engineer – Conveyors & PLCs

E12 UPS Limited; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Holiday pay and life assurance

Discounts: Apple, cinemas, attractions

Job summary

UPS is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maintain automated sortation systems, conveyors, and facility equipment. You will diagnose faults, perform preventive and reactive maintenance, and support installations in a fast-paced operational environment.

The role requires Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification and hands-on experience with PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Strong fault-finding skills and proficiency with IT tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification (minimum).
• Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within an industrial or automated environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, networks, hydraulics, and pneumatics is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive and reactive maintenance on plant and facility equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on conveyors, automation systems, motors, sensors, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime and maintain operational performance.
• Perform mechanical maintenance, including bearings, belts, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Support the installation and upgrade of machinery and equipment.
• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and spare parts inventory.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with operations teams and provide clear shift handovers to ensure smooth site performance.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Fault finding

PLC knowledge

Reading schematics

Microsoft Office

Education

Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

Electrical schematics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Job description

UPS is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maintain automated sortation systems, conveyors, and facility equipment. You will diagnose faults, perform preventive and reactive maintenance, and support installations in a fast-paced operational environment.

The role requires Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification and hands-on experience with PLCs, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Strong fault-finding skills and proficiency with IT tools are essential.