Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Description

Maintenance Engineer - Automated Distribution

Location: Crick, East of Rugby

Rate: 45.00 per hour (Umbrella)

Contract: Initial 3-month contract (Potential for permanent opportunities)

Shift Pattern: Panama Shift - Days & Nights (2 on / 2 off, 3 on / 3 off)

Vacancies: 4

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for three experienced Maintenance Engineers to join a major automated distribution operation based in Crick, near Rugby.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within one of the UK's largest employers, supporting a state-of-the-art automated distribution facility equipped with advanced technology, including AGVs, robotics, conveyor systems and automated sortation machinery.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the operation, carrying out both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdown maintenance across a wide range of automated equipment.

The position offers excellent hands-on exposure to cutting-edge automation technology and would suit engineers looking to develop their skills and experience within a fast-paced, highly automated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across automated machinery and equipment.

Respond to breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.

Maintain and troubleshoot AGVs, robotics, conveyors and automated sortation systems.

Minimise equipment downtime and ensure maximum operational efficiency.

Identify recurring faults and implement solutions to improve equipment reliability.

Work proactively to ensure all machinery operates safely and effectively.

Complete maintenance records and report any ongoing technical issues.

Work closely with the wider engineering and operations teams.

Skills & Experience

Previous experience working as a Maintenance Engineer within a manufacturing, logistics or automated distribution environment.

Strong mechanical and/or electrical maintenance background.

Experience with conveyors, automation or material handling equipment.

Knowledge of fault finding, diagnostics and breakdown maintenance.

Experience with robotics and AGVs would be advantageous.

Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team.

Flexible approach to working a rotating days and nights shift pattern.

What's on Offer?

45.00 per hour (Umbrella).

Initial 3-month contract with potential permanent opportunities.

Panama shift pattern offering a structured working rota.

Opportunity to work for a major UK employer.

Exposure to advanced automation, robotics and AGV technology.

Excellent opportunity to develop technical skills and gain experience within a highly automated operation.

Potential for longer-term career progression.

If you're an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a modern, highly automated distribution environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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