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Are you a proactive Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer with a strong electrical bias and a passion for automation ?

We have a great opportunity to join the growing engineering team at our clients busy and highly automated distribution centre located on the outskirts on Mansfield.
 
As an Automation Engineer you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of state of the art material handling equipment including, robot automated storage and retrieval systems, a wide range of conveyor systems, shuttles, cross belt and shoe sortation equipment, and end of line boxing and bagging machines.
 
Being part of the dedicated Automation team is a physically demanding position that will also require you to work at height, which you will receive full training on when you join the business.
 
This is a great opportunity for ambitious engineers that are looking for career progression as this is a site that is continuing to invest and expand.
 
Key responsibilities for a Shift Automation Engineer

Planned Routine Maintenance
Respond breakdowns proactively to limit downtime taking ownership of issues.
Strong Attention to detail
CMMS use
Service and repair of equipment on site 
Adhere to Health & Safety Guidelines 
Willing to learn and adapt to role requirements.  Qualifications, Skills and Experience for a Shift Automation Engineer

NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 Multi Skilled Engineer
A solid understanding of PLC’s
Pneumatic and Hydraulic experience
Computer Literate
Ability to read technical drawings.
Work proactively managing time effectively.
Ability to work independently.
Confidently work at height.  Salary and Benefits of a Shift Automation Engineer 

Salary £52,500
Shift 4 on 4 off Days & Nights
6am – 6pm / 6pm – 6am
Career progression  If you feel you have the right skills and experience for this role please click Apply or contact Permanent Vacancies team on (phone number removed)

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