Reliability Maintenance Engineering Technician , AMZL
Job ID: 10414659 | Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10
Key Job Responsibilities
- Proactive and preventative maintenance tasks on a wide range of site equipment.
- Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse.
- Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness.
- Uphold all health and safety policies and practices.
- Support the development and progression of on‑site apprentices.
- Work on continuous improvement projects and roll out best practices across a range of EU sites.
Day in the Life
Our RME Technicians are based on-site, so they can respond quickly to any machinery issues. They carry out a range of planned preventative maintenance to our sites’ equipment to make sure it’s working safely. They also respond promptly to breakdowns, investigating, finding, and implementing solutions as quickly as possible, and make suggestions for long‑term improvements.
Working alongside senior colleagues, they undertake day‑to‑day maintenance tasks such as painting and plumbing and liaise with contractors if they need external expertise. They work a range of shifts to support the sites around the clock.
About the Team
Our Reliability Maintenance Engineering team keeps equipment performing at its best. They are technically minded, excellent team players, and guided by experienced leaders. The team maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs equipment across Amazon’s global network of fulfilment centres, ensuring maximum efficiency and safety. Opportunities for progression exist within the RME team and more widely across Amazon.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- NVQ Level 3, SVQ Level 3, IVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3, EAL Level 3 specialised in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics, or a 4‑year UK certified apprenticeship.
- Experience in engineering and relevant mechanical or electrical maintenance.
- Work flexible schedules including weekends, nights, and holidays.
- Advanced proficiency in the local language verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Mechanical or Electrical.
- Experience with material handling equipment (MHE) safety standards, OEM, and safety standards.
- Experience with robotic operation and maintenance.
- Experience in condition‑based monitoring.
- Experience working with print‑and‑apply machines.
- Experience in fault‑finding and maintaining conveyor or automation systems.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
