Maintenance Engineer – 12 Month FTC
Considering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.Location: Lymedale, Stoke-on-TrentSalary : Up to £52,500 (including shift allowance) + OvertimeShifts: 12-hour days & nights (including weekends) Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Motiontech is hiring a Maintenance Engineer to support one of the UK’s most advanced automated logistics facilities. This is a 12-month fixed term opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team maintaining cutting-edge material handling and automation systems.If you are a multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer with experience in automated environments, conveyors, PLC-controlled systems, or high-speed logistics/FMCG sites, this role offers technical challenge, stability, and exposure to advanced automation technology.
About MotiontechMotiontech designs, installs and maintains intelligent automation and material handling systems for leading UK retail and logistics organisations. Our engineering teams deliver high-availability, high-performance automated solutions that power complex distribution operations.We invest heavily in our people, technology, and systems — creating an environment where engineers can develop technically while contributing to operational excellence.Key Responsibilities:Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across automated material handling systemsRespond quickly and effectively to breakdowns, minimising downtimeConduct fault finding on electrical, mechanical and PLC-controlled equipmentMaintain conveyors, motors, gearboxes, pneumatics and automated handling systemsUse CMMS to record maintenance activity and track performance data
This is a hands-on engineering role in a technically advanced automation environment.
What We’re Looking ForWe are seeking a proactive, adaptable Maintenance Engineer with strong diagnostic capability and experience in automated or fast-paced production/logistics environments.
Essential Skills & Experience:NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical or Multi-Skilled EngineeringProven experience as a Maintenance Engineer in logistics, automation, FMCG, manufacturing or similarStrong fault-finding and diagnostic skillsExperience working with:Conveyors and automated material handling systemsMotors, drives, gearboxes and pneumaticsPLC-controlled equipment (fault finding level)Experience using CMMS systemsFlexible to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights)Strong commitment to safe working practices
Multi-skilled engineers (electrical bias or mechanical bias) are encouraged to apply.
What’s On OfferUp to £52,500 inclusive of shift allowanceOvertime opportunitiesExposure to advanced automation and robotics systemsStructured development and technical trainingThis role is ideal for a Maintenance Engineer seeking experience within a highly automated logistics environment while contributing to operational excellence at scale. xcswzye Click to Apply….