At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and improve advanced manufacturing equipment in a highly automated environment.
- Company: Leading electronics manufacturer based in Portsmouth with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £52,840, early Friday finish, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Hands-on role with opportunities for continuous improvement and technical challenges.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and lead the way in automation technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in PLC programming and mentoring junior engineers is essential.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Are you an experienced PLC Programmer? Do you have experience with automated manufacturing systems, robotics and PLC controlled machinery? If so, this Senior PLC Programmer position is perfect for you! This role is working for an electronics manufacturer in Portsmouth. The role is Monday to Friday, with an early Friday finish. The role is paying up to £52,840 depending on experience.
This role is responsible for maintaining, improving and supporting advanced manufacturing equipment within a highly automated production environment. The position involves programming and fault-finding across PLCs, robots, HMIs, vision systems, servos, RFID and other automation technologies, while driving improvements to machine reliability, efficiency and production throughput.
As a technical leader within the team, the successful candidate will provide mentoring, training and guidance to junior engineers, helping to develop capability across the wider automation function. The role requires extensive hands-on experience with industrial automation systems, strong problem-solving abilities and the confidence to take ownership of complex technical challenges while supporting continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing operation.
You will need:
- Previous experience with PLC and software programming
- Proven ability to train and develop others
- Experience within a manufacturing environment
- Experience with Mitsubishi PLCs is advantageous
- Practical experience with Robot, HMI and Vision system programming
Senior PLC Programmer in Portsmouth employer: Kingdom Services Group
At Kingdom People, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering Warehouse Operatives a competitive pay rate and the opportunity for career progression within a leading e-commerce environment. Our supportive work culture is enhanced by a friendly on-site team, free parking, and complimentary refreshments, making Middleton a great location to grow your skills while enjoying a balanced work-life with flexible shift patterns.
