Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer; Electrical Bias

Join a Growing Team in a Leading International Logistics Operation

Bring your technical expertise and collaborative mindset to a hands-on role at the heart of a major international logistics business, operating high-tech cold storage and distribution facilities across the UK and Europe.

As a Maintenance Engineer at our Braintree site, you'll play a vital role in supporting automation systems and general site infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance through a mix of preventative and reactive maintenance.

• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and fast response to breakdowns
• PLC fault finding and working with sensors, metal detectors, conveyors, belts, motors, bearings
• Supporting site automation and mechanical handling systems
• Monitoring and reporting through the site CMMS system
• Liaising with and overseeing external contractors
• Adhering to and enforcing Permit to Work and health & safety protocols
• Contributing to team discussions and decision‑making on efficiency improvements

• Time‑served apprenticeship and recognised electrical qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, etc.)
• Experience working in automated or distribution/warehouse environments preferred
• Competence in:
  • PLC fault finding
  • Conveyors, belts, and drive systems
  • Sensors and metal detectors
  • Hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, gearboxes, and bearings
  • Basic mechanical skills (fitting, fault finding)
  • Comfortable using IT systems and CMMS platforms
  • Good spoken and written English
  • Desirable: knowledge of refrigeration systems, food hygiene, and H&S practices

• Competitive salary with regular overtime available
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension and insurance
• Career development and ongoing training
• A supportive, team‑oriented work culture
• Straight day shifts - no nights or weekends