Multiskilled Engineer - Wakefield

ASRS (Automated Storage Retrieval System) Technician (Multiskilled) - Wakefield Permanent – Full time Shift Pattern: Continental Shift Pattern: 7 pm– 7am (3 Days on / 3 days off / 3 nights on / 3 nights off). (+ 23 Holidays)

Starting Salary: £55, 182 Structured Career Development + Annual performance related pay bonus and pay reviews + Share scheme + Competitive pension contributions + Laundered uniform and all safety equipment provided + Range of flexible benefits and Corporate discounts + Free parking + Overtime available + Free hot and cold drinks and subsidised canteen + Excellent parental benefits + Flexible working. What you become part of:

Wakefield Distribution Centre is a 24/7 operation, our Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) warehouse holds 28,000 pallets, alongside a racked and block-stacked conventional warehouse of 12,000 pallets. The combined typical annual throughput is over three million pallets. Every 24 hours we expect to receive around 5,000 pallets from the on-site manufacturing operation, as well as handling around 360 vehicle movements at peak.

What to expect: As a Multi Skill engineer based in the CCEP largest GB warehouse, you will be responsible for the efficient operation of the automated storage retrieval systems, including: maintenance, repairs, and attending to breakdowns. You will work as one of four shift-based teams of three engineers, that collective provide 24/7 operational cover, overseen by the Distribution Reliability Manager.

Your core responsibilities within the ASRS: Safety:

  • Operate within the Company Health and Safety management system
  • Collaboration with team of site and centrally base H&S representatives.
  • Responsible for critical inspections and defect reporting.
  • Ensure the safe maintenance and repair of both ASRS and individual equipment.
  • Uphold a safe system of work, adhering to SOP’s e.g lockout tagout procedures.
  • As part of the role, you will be trained as a member of the site emergency team, this includes engaging in rescue work at height and duties of a first aider.
Operation:
  • You will be expected to oversee the execution of an advanced maintenance plan while ensuring that direct and indirect KBIs are met.
  • Perform both preventative and corrective maintenance on both electrical and mechanical systems (20/80 elec/mech) to guarantee that the warehouse's various components continue to function as intended.
  • You will complete a site based electrical competency assessment and area familiarization before commencing work.
  • Make efficient use of our Central Maintenance Management System
  • Collaborate with a network of local and external engineering teams.
  • Promote operational excellence by sharing best practices
  • Innovate and enhance current systems and procedures.
  • Providing technical assistance for product/equipment adjustments.
Skills & Prerequisites: Apprentice Served in Mechatronics (Will also consider Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship with quantifiable Mechanical Experience Or Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship with quantifiable electrical experience and willing to undertake the Electrical qualification).
  • Note: We will not consider a Level 3 electrotechnical Buildings & Structures apprenticeship on it’s own
OR Level 3 NVQ or above in Mechanical and/or Engineering, alongside an additional academic qualification (CITY&Guilds 3 or above / BTEC / HNC / HND / Degree).
  • You will be expected to undertake both a Mechanical and Electrical skills assessment during interview to confirm skill base.
  • Proven knowledge and experience working within both Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
  • Ability to work at height – up to 100ft (vertical climb in restricted spaces)
  • Experience in 3 phase electrical systems and mechanical drive systems.
  • Previous record of Process Compliance and Fault-Finding experience on both Mechanical and Electrical equipment.
  • Understanding of the in/output of programable logic controllers (PLC)
  • Awareness of PUWER / LOLER / LOTO
The closing date for applications is 06/05/26. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure you are considered for this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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