Overview
As the site automation lead at Kegworth, you will set hardware and software automation standards and provide technical leadership. You’ll support capital projects and drive CI to boost reliability, performance and energy efficiency across the site. You’ll collaborate with engineering teams to minimise downtime and maintain robust automation systems, while coaching others to build in-house capability. This role offers the chance to shape automation capability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and contribute to site performance.
Pay / Benefits
- Annual bonus
- 28 days leave plus bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Income protection
- 24/7 virtual GP access
- Eye-care vouchers and discounted glasses
Responsibilities
- Act as site automation lead, delivering expertise on PLC, HMI and networked control systems
- Maintain and develop automation standards and software backup strategies to reduce operational risk
- Support capital projects, equipment installations and automation upgrades ensuring compliance with Refresco standards
- Identify and implement automation improvements to enhance plant reliability, performance and energy efficiency
- Assess automation obsolescence risks and craft upgrade strategies for long-term site performance
- Develop engineering capability through coaching, training and knowledge sharing to reduce external reliance
Key requirements
- Proactive automation professional with strong electrical engineering background
- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to influence and support engineering teams through coaching and knowledge sharing
- Strong technical leadership and problem-solving skills
- Coachability
- Communication
- Collaborative mindset
- PLC
- HMI
- Networked control systems
Controls System Engineer in Kegworth employer: Refresco Group
Refresco is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Kegworth where employees can thrive as part of a dedicated Supply Chain team. With a strong focus on employee well-being, the company provides generous benefits such as an annual bonus, early finishes on Fridays, and access to a comprehensive support service. Refresco fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence while enjoying a rewarding career.
