Warehouse Automation Technician (Maintenance & Fault-Finding)

Proactive Global; Blidworth CP; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the maintenance and operation of automated warehouse equipment. You will work with an engineering team to perform reactive fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance to keep systems running smoothly.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, ability to read diagrams, and a willingness to work at height. You will prioritise a varied workload and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Engineering qualification and/or significant previous experience in an automation environment.
• Experience within machinery, maintenance or an electrical engineering environment.
• Good problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Understanding of PPM schedules.
• Willingness to work at height and climb a 30-metre vertical ladder following appropriate training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• Experience in an industrial or materials handling environment (desirable).
• Electrical or mechanical qualifications (desirable).
• Fault-finding and repair experience (desirable).
• Previous customer service experience (desirable).
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements (desirable).
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical and electronic drawings/manuals (desirable).
• Basic understanding of PLC equipment (desirable).
• Good PC skills (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Respond to equipment faults and carry out fault finding, repairs and corrective actions.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and equipment servicing.
• Support engineers and team leaders with technical issues.
• Monitor and resolve faults to minimise downtime and disruption.
• Identify recurring faults and report or suggest potential improvements.
• Carry out technical cleaning and maintenance of automated areas.
• Follow equipment manuals, manufacturer recommendations and company procedures.
• Work in line with Health & Safety and quality requirements.
• Manage and prioritise a varied workload of reactive and preventative maintenance.
• Communicate with customers and colleagues regarding faults and technical issues.

Skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Level 2 Engineering qualification

Electrical engineering qualifications

Tools

PLC knowledge

Reading electrical diagrams

Reading drawings/manuals

Job description

Proactive Global is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the maintenance and operation of automated warehouse equipment. You will work with an engineering team to perform reactive fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance to keep systems running smoothly.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, ability to read diagrams, and a willingness to work at height. You will prioritise a varied workload and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.