Job Description
Automation Technician – £62.6K + Quarterly Bonus – Panama Shifts – Essex
Location: Stanford-le-Hope, Essex
Salary: £62,659 + up to 10% bonus (paid quarterly)
?? Shifts: Panama pattern (2D, 2O, 3N, 3O, 2D, 3O – repeat, 6am–6pm)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
A major international business operating within the infrastructure and logistics sector is seeking two Automation Technicians to join their engineering team at a large-scale, highly automated site in Essex.
Working as part of a team responsible for the maintenance and performance of mission-critical automated equipment, this role offers a strong salary package, structured shifts, and excellent long-term development potential.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Troubleshoot and maintain automated machinery, including PLCs, drives, and control systems
2. Monitor equipment performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
3. Assist with software backups, version control, and documentation for all automation systems
4. Support the delivery and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades
5. Liaise with suppliers to resolve technical issues and optimise system reliability
6. Provide guidance and technical training to junior team members
7. Ensure he...