Maintenance Engineer in Leeds

Maintenance Engineer in Leeds

Leeds Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Perform maintenance on cutting-edge automated systems and ensure top-notch customer service.
  • Company: Join SSI SCHAEFER, a global leader in innovative warehouse solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, health cash plan, and birthday off.
  • Other info: Dynamic team environment with great career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Work with advanced technology and make a real impact in automation.
  • Qualifications: Engineering qualifications and experience with automated systems preferred.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

SSI SCHAEFER is a leading global provider of intralogistics solutions.

As a family-owned company, we value the knowledge, passion, and talent of our employees.

With around 8,800 people across 80 locations and 7 production sites, we deliver innovative, efficient, and sustainable warehouse automation solutions to customers worldwide.

About the Role

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our team.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering planned preventative and reactive maintenance, ensuring the reliable operation of automated material handling systems while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining excellent customer service.

What you will do

  • Corrective maintenance task and troubleshooting on 1st level, responsible for reactive, proactive and preventative maintenance on automation equipment including roller and belt conveyors, Navette shuttles and lifts, Pick to Light Systems, sortation, Logimat storage systems and spiral conveyors.
  • Conduct service and maintenance work, breakdowns and urgent repairs to support site.
  • Ensure that Company procedures and standards are followed and maintained.
  • Maintain good service and support to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Follow-up and resolve issues which are highlighted through the support organisation.
  • Work closely with the customer and internal engineering teams to maintain high service levels.
  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures and company policies.

What we’re looking for

  • C&G/ONC/HNC/BTEC or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or PLC Engineering.
  • A recognised apprenticeship in an appropriate engineering discipline is desirable.
  • Recognised cross training from Mechanical to Electrical Engineering of vice versa.
  • PLC knowledge and experience is advantageous.
  • Health and Safety Qualifications desirable.
  • Experience of automated materials handling equipment is desirable.
  • Ability to work at height.
  • Good team working skills.

What do we offer

  • Competitive salary inclusive of shift allowance.
  • Discretionary performance-related bonus linked to the annual appraisal process.
  • Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
  • A fully paid day off on your birthday.
  • Health cash plan providing cashback towards everyday healthcare costs, plus employee benefits.
  • The opportunity to work with advanced warehouse automation technologies.
  • A supportive and collaborative international working environment.
  • Career development opportunities within a global organization.
  • A safe working environment with a strong focus on Health & Safety.

Working Pattern

  • Rotating shift pattern covering mornings (06:00–14:00), afternoons (14:00–22:00), and nights (22:00–06:00).
  • Night Shift pattern starts at 22:00 on Sunday and ends 06:00 on Friday.
  • Mornings and afternoon shift patterns are Monday to Friday.
  • Flexibility is required on a Friday shift to cover the last hour of Operation up to 23:00 which is covered by one afternoon engineer working a 15:00 – 23:00 shift on Friday.

At SSI SCHAEFER, our values are T rust, Professionalism, Respect, Collegiality, Result Orientation, Reliability, and

  • Modesty
  • all united by

Passion .

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Maintenance Engineer in Leeds employer: SSI SCHÄFER

At SSI SCHAEFER, we pride ourselves on being a family-owned company that values the expertise and dedication of our employees. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will benefit from a competitive salary, extensive training opportunities, and a supportive international work environment that fosters career growth. Join us to work with cutting-edge warehouse automation technologies while enjoying a strong focus on health and safety and a culture built on trust and respect.

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Contact Details:

SSI SCHÄFER Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Maintenance Engineer in Leeds

Preventative Maintenance
Reactive Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Automated Material Handling Systems
Roller and Belt Conveyors
Navette Shuttles
Pick to Light Systems