Shift Maintenance Engineer

Ups; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in the East Midlands is seeking a technician for permanent employment to perform maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing complex systems, ensuring minimal downtime, and following health and safety regulations. Candidates should possess an Electrical/Mechanical Engineering qualification and programming experience. This position features a 4-week rotation schedule and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Programming experience including troubleshooting and basic AC/DC electrical troubleshooting preferred.
• Equipment maintenance experience including mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and welding preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and elementary diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and repair breakdowns in sortation and facility systems.
• Install, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical circuits and control panels.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper use of PPE.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Programming

Microsoft Office

Reading electrical schematics

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering qualification (Level 3)

Job description

Job Description

This position troubleshoots, calibrates, and adjusts plant floor devices as necessary to maintain optimal performance of plant floor equipment. This position attends sort calls and breakdowns and expedites their completion. This position assists in solving the daily problems inherent in keeping the conveyors or physical facility in good working order.

Shift Rotation

The position follows a 4-week rotation schedule (Monday to Friday):

• Week 1 – Night: 09:45 PM to 06:15 AM Monday–Friday
• Week 2 – Late: 01:45 PM – 10:15 PM
• Week 3 – Day: 05:45 AM – 20:15 PM
• Week 4 – Day: Monday: 03:00 AM to 11:00 AM; Tuesday–Friday: 05:45 AM – 02:15 PM

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Diagnose faults and repair breakdowns in sortation system, facility and automation systems.
• Ensure minimal downtime by responding quickly to emergencies.
• Install, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors, and control panels.
• Carry out mechanical maintenance, including bearings, belts, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Troubleshoot and repair motors, sensors, relays, PLCs, and variable frequency drives (VFDs).
• Work on hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in sortation equipment.
• Assist in the installation of new machinery, production lines, or facility equipment.
• Assists in upgrading existing systems to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Follow health and safety regulations. Ensure all work adheres to electrical and mechanical safety guidelines.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Identify recurring issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Use diagnostic tools and technical documentation to analyze system failures.
• Maintain service records & maintenance logs,
• Update work orders and inventory for spare parts and tools.
• Work alongside operations and management teams to ensure smooth operations.
• To complete shift handovers in the absence of the technician to ensure complete & accurate communications.

Qualifications

• Programming experience including troubleshooting, basic understanding of networks, motor control theory, and operation including basic AC and DC electrical troubleshooting – Preferred
• Equipment maintenance experience including mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics and welding – Preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and elementary diagrams
• Electrical/Mechanical Engineering qualification to a minimum standard of level 3.

Employee Type

Permanent

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