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Posted 15 August, 2026

Maintenance Engineer

ATA Recruitment
Samlesbury, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Role: Maintenance EngineerShift: Panama Days and NightsLocation: PrestonSalary: £52,500 – Healthcare, Pension and TrainingThe CompanyATA are proud to be working with an Industry leading client in the warehousing industry. They design, install, manufacture and install all of the automation on their customer sites. Following this they have a resident Maintenance team that will look after all of their machinery and technology. The resident site are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to help them adapt to the rapid growth of the site in recent years!The site is currently functioning at 2 million units per week across the range of their 15,000 products. From the site there is a variance of purposes – whether it is direct delivery to customers or replenishment of stores. This is a really exciting opportunity if you are looking to work with the latest automation and up-to date technology this is a great opportunity for youThe RoleAs a Maintenance Engineer your responsibilities will includeWorking alongside a shift team (2 per shift) as well as working independently when neededReacting to breakdowns and getting the site running efficiently as soon as possible,Following and working alongside the CMMS system to keep the site running smoothly. The tablet-based system allows you to complete PPM, check stores, and carry out all maintenance tasks. Working alongside all the latest automation and machinery including conveyors, automated pickers, vision camera systems, stacking and de stacking machinesMechanically you will be expected to identify and replace worn out parts, working on component such as Bearings, Pulleys as well an pneumatic systemsElectrically you will be expected to work on various sensors, proximities, reading electrical drawings, Fault finding confidently and swapping like for like componentsThe CandidateIn a Maintenance Engineer we are looking for:A recognised engineering qualificationCandidates from Navy, RAF and Army are encouraged to apply for this roleA strong communicator working with the shift team and reporting to the supervisorSomeone who will adapt to and understand the customers needsAn Engineer who can perform under pressure in a fast moving environmentThe BenefitsAs a Maintenance Engineer you will receive:An annual salary of £52,500A private medical package including – healthcare, dental care and an ear specialist if neededA healthy pension contributionLife insurancePotential training for the right individual and progression across the customers sitesATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientationTPBN1_UKTJ