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Technical Specialist - Automation & Controls

We are seeking an experienced multi-skilled Automation Engineer to act as the technical lead on shift for a highly automated site. You’ll manage technical faults, support operational performance, and ensure equipment availability across PLC, PC and controls-based systems.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the shift point of contact for all technical faults and escalations

Lead fault finding, root cause analysis and corrective/preventative actions

Optimise system availability using data from SCADA/EIS/WMS

Support and guide shift technicians through training and technical leadership

Manage PLC backups, software version control and change management

Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety, quality and legislative standards

Drive continuous improvement and reliability initiatives

Liaise with customers and third-party suppliers to resolve issues efficiently

What We’re Looking For

Strong background in automation, PLCs, electrical/mechanical fault finding

Experience working in critical, high-throughput operational environments

Confident technical decision-maker with good communication skills

Proactive, data-driven and customer-focused mindset

What’s On Offer

Competitive pay and benefits

Career development and training

Opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical automation systems

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