Shift Support Engineer

Logistex; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work

Employee-Owned Trust membership

Additional leave

Career development

Job summary

Logistex is seeking a Shift Support Engineer to maintain automated material handling equipment and support day-to-day operations on site in the UK. You will troubleshoot, reset errors, support maintenance activities, and contribute to continuous improvement while working in a fast-paced production environment.

The role requires mechanical and electrical maintenance experience, understanding of automation and control systems, and an engineering qualification.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and electrical maintenance experience required.
• Understanding of automation and control systems.
• Engineering qualification such as NVQ, BTEC or City & Guilds.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work a shift pattern and standby cover.

Responsibilities

• Reset equipment errors caused by product, equipment, or operator issues.
• Support maintenance activities on automated equipment and systems.
• Follow escalation procedures and provide technical support when required.
• Support project and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain site tools and equipment and report any loss or damage.
• Carry out cleaning and hygiene tasks as required.
• Provide clear communication to site teams, management, and support functions.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Automation understanding

Education

Engineering qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Shift Support Engineer with a strong maintenance background?

Do you enjoy troubleshooting automated equipment, supporting operational performance, and working within a fast-paced production environment?

As a Shift Support Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining system reliability and supporting the day-to-day operation of automated material handling equipment.

Why join us as a Shift Support Engineer?

• Competitive salary
• Shift pattern providing work-life balance
• Career development opportunities
• Employee-Owned Trust membership
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Option to purchase additional leave

What will you be doing as a Shift Support Engineer?

• Reset equipment errors caused by product, equipment, or operator issues.
• Support maintenance activities on automated equipment and systems.
• Follow escalation procedures and provide technical support when required.
• Support project and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain site tools and equipment and report any loss or damage.
• Carry out cleaning and hygiene tasks as required.
• Provide clear communication to site teams, management, and support functions.

What are we looking for?

• Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance experience.
• Understanding of automation and control systems.
• Engineering qualification such as NVQ, BTEC or City & Guilds.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work a shift pattern and participate in standby cover.