Job Description

Do you thrive in fast-paced, automated environments? Are you passionate about keeping cutting-edge technology performing at its best? Are you ready to make a real impact in a world-class fashion distribution operation?

Here at GXO, we’re looking for an Automation Maintenance Engineer to support our Zara contract based in Crick. You’ll play a critical part in maintaining and optimising complex automation systems within a high-volume logistics environment. You will be responsible for leading engineering best practice on site, delivering preventative and corrective maintenance on automation technology while driving performance, compliance, and continuous improvement across the operation.

This is a full-time, permanent position. You will work on a ‘ 4 on 4 off’ basis, covering the hours of 07:00 till 19:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £51,500 per annum, and 22 days annual leave (including bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Carry out root cause analysis on breakdowns and implement corrective actions
• Minimise operational downtime through effective fault-finding and repairs
• Ensure spare equipment ins maintained and recorded in line with asset management processes
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve automation efficiency
• Develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports
• Identify, report, and mitigate hazards, incidents, and accidents

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Electrical & Mechanical Engineering qualification – minimum ONC in Electrical Engineering/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition Electrical qualification
• Strong proven experience within engineering or automation environments
• Hands-on knowledge of warehouse automation systems, including Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Conveyors, Sortation systems
• Experience working in complex, fast-moving operations

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.