Automation Engineer

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The primary focus of the engineering role is to assist the Engineering and Facilities Manager in driving efficiency through the effective maintenance of all automated processes across the site.

The speed of response is important and having the ability to quickly and safely deduce the cause of any fault and return equipment to operational capability to minimise any disruption to core activities is crucial.

Salary££54,749
Hours4 on 4 off working 12 hour shifts from 6am - 6pm
Contract TypePermanent
LocationMeridian Way, Amesbury, Salisbury
Closing Date2025-02-28

About the Role

Job Overview

The primary focus of the engineering role is to assist the Engineering and Facilities Manager in driving efficiency through the effective maintenance of all automated processes across the site.

The speed of response is important and having the ability to quickly and safely deduce the cause of any fault and return equipment to operational capability to minimise any disruption to core activities is crucial.

Package Description

  • ££54,749 per annum
  • 4 on 4 off shift pattern, working 12 hour shifts, 6am - 6pm
  • 5.6 weeks paid holiday per year including bank and public holiday allowance rising to 6.6 weeks upon 5 years' service
  • Contributable Company pension scheme

Employee benefits 

  • MyHB employee benefits platform with access to:

  • Retail and leisure discounts plus hundreds more 
  • Free Financial Advice 
  • Bank your savings into an ISA
  • 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line 
  • Low cost voluntary insured health plans

Minimum Criteria to Apply

  • Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering
  • Experience of working with automated handling systems
  • Experience of working at heights
  • Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good level of computer literacy
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
  • Experience of Computer Maintenance Management Systems