Job Description Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team is central to Amazon's commitment to innovation. As Amazon evolves and adapts, this team makes sure that the tools and technologies we use do as well. 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, you’ll pay close attention to our processes to help maintain our high standards, and you’ll 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 In every shift, you’ll be leading a team to make sure everyone has the equipment they need and that it’s 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, you’ll suggest improvements to make our systems more efficient and productive and then implement those improvements across an EU-wide function. You’ll 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. You’ll work shift patterns, which may include some weekends and nights. 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 Amazon’s technical side. We often work during early or late hours to carry out maintenance with minimal disruption, including night shifts. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics, or completed a 4-year IRL/UK certified apprenticeship Relevant experience working in both electrical and mechanical disciplines Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 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.
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