Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) in Braintree, Essex

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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.



The Role:



You'll be part of a close-knit engineering team maintaining both equipment and facilities within a busy logistics environment. Daily duties will include:



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



️ What You'll Need:



Time-served apprenticeship and recognised electrical qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, etc.)



Experience working in automated or distribution/warehouse environments



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



What's on Offer:



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

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