Job Description:

Automation Maintenance Engineer

Location: Chelmsford, Essex
Salary: £53,000 + Shift Allowance + Overtime
Full Time | Permanent
 

A leading automated distribution operation is looking for a skilled Multi-Skilled Automation Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team at a highly automated site in Chelmsford.

This is a great opportunity to work with state-of-the-art automation equipment in a fast-paced environment, supporting critical operations and continuous improvement projects.


The Role

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on automated equipment
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and mechanical faults
• Support continuous improvement and reliability projects
• Work closely with engineering and operational teams to minimise downtime
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and fault reports
• Support site performance through proactive engineering solutions

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / ONC or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience working on automated machinery or production equipment
• PLC fault-finding experience preferred
• Strong understanding of health & safety
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Full UK driving licence

Shift Pattern This role operates across early, late and night shifts on a rotating basis, including occasional weekend cover and overtime.


Package

• Salary circa £53,000+
• Night shift allowance
• Weekend supplements
• Pension scheme
• 22.5 days holiday + bank holidays
• Overtime opportunities

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