Skilled Automation Engineer

14 hours ago


Coalville, United Kingdom Great Bear Full time

**Company Description**

Great Bear is a leading 3rd party UK logistics business providing nationwide dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions for international blue chip clients.
We operate in excess of 9 million sq. ft. of warehousing and operate a large modern commercial vehicle fleet, coupled with an extensive added value service offering.

Following three years of accelerated growth, we are now seeking a fully skilled Technician to join our team in Bardon on a full-time, permanent basis. As a Skilled Automation Engineer, you should be able to work on a shift pattern covering both days andnights to help the Maintenance team in the efficient running and operation of all the automated and most mechanical equipment on site.

Rotating Shifts: Monday-Friday; 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm

Responsibilities of a Skilled Automation Engineer include, but are not limited to:

- Maintaining the automated storage facilities, building services, along with some aspects of the MHE Fleet
- Completing repairs and maintenance checks on robotics and conveyers
- Investigating breakdowns and initiating repairs on a variety of equipment
- Providing support to other team members to ensure downtime is kept to a minimum
- Ensuring that records of spares are kept up to date and ensuring the Facilities Manager is aware of any non-conformances with off the shelf parts

**Qualifications**
- Engineering skills of all disciplines relating to automation and general machinery
- The ability to use all types of tools and equipment
- Knowledge and experience within welding
- Competency using Warehouse Management systems
- Strong attention to detail with effective communication skills
- The ability and proven experience of working in a fast-paced environment

**Additional Information**

In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service, we offer:

- Competitive salary
- Competitive holidays
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme
- Childcare vouchers
- Staff facilities including vending machines and canteen area
- Access to our benefits platform: discounts on high street retailers, utilities, holidays and cinema tickets
- Health cash plans: Hospital, dental and optical
- Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE

When our staff have passion for what they do they work with more care and attention which is reflected to our clients, Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and begin your career today



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