Reliability, Maintenance & Engineering Technician

Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is central to Amazon’s commitment to innovation. As a Senior RME Technician, you’ll help us stay one step ahead, adopting the latest technologies and identifying new and efficient ways of working. In this role, youll pay close attention to our processes to help maintain our high standards, and youll put in place upgrades to take that standard even higher. Keep track of equipment performance through visual checks, condition-based monitoring, and preventative maintenance tasks and schedule additional servicing when required– Supervise technicians on shift to support their development and act as the first point of contact for Reliability Maintenance Engineers– Support in finding ways to continually improve systems and standardise processes across the EU network A day in the life In every shift, youll be leading a team to make sure everyone has the equipment they need and that its running properly. That involves monitoring processes so that regulations and policies are followed and ensuring that preventative maintenance is carried out to increase equipment uptime. With everything you observe on your shifts, youll suggest improvements to make our systems more efficient and productive and then implement those improvements across an EU-wide function. Youll also be monitoring processes with tools like Scada to guarantee their performance, as well as working closely with your line manager to assist with admin tasks. Youll work shift patterns, which may include some weekends and nights. About the team Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering or RME team keep our equipment performing at its best. We work together to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment across our global network of fulfilment centres. From installing automated packaging systems to overseeing the general maintenance of a site to repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazons technical side. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. NVQ Level 3/ SVQ Level 3/ IVQ Level 3/ City & Guilds Level 3/EAL Level 3 all specialized in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics– Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays– Experience in automated conveyors systems and controls, electrical and electronic principles, preventative maintenance procedures, blueprint and schematic reading, industrial electrical, industrial controls, industrial electronics, Programmable Logic Control (PLC) programs, National Electrical Code (NEC), work order management– Experience using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) to plan proactive maintenance and record reactive tasks– A full Engineering indentured Apprenticeship and/or qualified to a minimum of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant Engineering subject– Relevant experience working in both electrical and mechanical disciplines– Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS– Associate’s degree in Mechatronics or a related technical field– Experience with robotic maintenance– Experience leading engineering teams as a mentor or tech lead– Experience working in a multi-contractor and multi-site working environment– Understanding of PLC based controls systems and statutory compliance requirements– Experience using computerised maintenance management systems to plan proactive maintenance and record reactive tasks– Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information….