Warehouse Automation Maintenance Engineer

Bleckmann; Crick; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance

Benefits Platform discounts

Health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Social events

Job summary

Bleckmann is seeking a maintenance engineer to ensure the reliability and continuity of automated warehouse systems. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, ASRS, and robotics while coordinating with operations and external contractors.

Role requires technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics and a proactive mindset to improve equipment performance and safety. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Previous maintenance experience in industrial, manufacturing, logistics or operations.
• Exposure to automation systems would be highly advantageous.
• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical systems; PLC diagnostics is a plus.
• Ability to follow maintenance procedures and schedules with high accuracy.
• Strong focus on safety, quality and operational continuity.
• Proactive, solution-oriented problem solving attitude.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills with colleagues, supervisors and contractors.
• Committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive maintenance on automated warehouse equipment, including conveyors, ASRS systems and robotics.
• Perform fault diagnosis and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical components, escalating complex issues where required.
• Support troubleshooting activities to resolve technical incidents and maintain operational continuity.
• Monitor equipment performance and report defects, abnormalities and recurring issues.
• Coordinate and support external contractors during maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, spare parts usage and equipment status.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed in line with site procedures, safety standards and company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, efficiency and maintenance processes.
• Support equipment upgrades, technical projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help minimise downtime and maximise the performance of warehouse automation systems.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Mechatronics

PLC diagnostics

Safety-minded

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics technical qualification

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Bleckmann is seeking a maintenance engineer to ensure the reliability and continuity of automated warehouse systems. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on conveyors, ASRS, and robotics while coordinating with operations and external contractors.

Role requires technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics and a proactive mindset to improve equipment performance and safety. Competitive salary and benefits offered.