Controls & Automation Maintenance Technician

We are Zenith are partnering with a leading high-volume manufacturer to recruit an Automation Maintenance Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled maintenance professional to join a highly automated production environment, playing a key role in maximising equipment reliability, supporting production performance, and driving continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities * Diagnose and resolve electrical, automation, and control system faults to minimise production downtime. * Deliver both planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance activities across a range of automated manufacturing equipment. * Work with PLCs, HMIs, robotics, * Assist with the commissioning, installation, and integration of new machinery and automation projects. * Monitor equipment performance, identifying trends and implementing improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency. * Take ownership of maintenance activities, ensuring work is completed safely, accurately, and to agreed timescales. * Support root cause investigations and implement robust corrective actions to prevent recurring issues. * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, equipment uptime, quality, and waste reduction. * Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, spare parts records, and technical reports. * Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and wider site teams to achieve operational objectives. Essential Requirements * HNC in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline. * Time-served electrical apprenticeship. * Strong experience working with robotics. * Strong PLC and HMI experience, particularly Siemens TIA, programming capability. * Vision Technology Exposure. * Strong background in data usage, monitoring, and control. * Certified training in HMI and PLC systems. * Able to work on own initiative and liaise effectively with functions and departments at all levels of the company. * Computer Literate in Word, Outlook, Excel * Open, honest, and effective communicator. * Committed to continuous improvement with a strong safety mindset. * Organised and methodical, with a results-driven approach. * Flexible, with sound decision-making and problem-solving skills. * Personable and approachable. * Positive, can-do attitude This role would suit candidates from an automated manufacturing, automotive, FMCG, packaging, or high-volume production background with strong automation, robots and controls experience. If you are an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician with Controls/Automation experience and would like to be considered for this role, please click apply now