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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:

Troubleshoot and maintain automated machinery, including PLCs, drives, and control systems

Monitor equipment performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Assist with software backups, version control, and documentation for all automation systems

Support the delivery and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades

Liaise with suppliers to resolve technical issues and optimise system reliability

Provide guidance and technical training to junior team members

Ensure health & safety compliance and assist with RAMS documentation

✅ Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Electrical or electronic qualification (Level 3 or above)

Strong experience with PLC fault-finding, modifications or programming (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley, Rockwell)

Knowledge of inverters, drives, motors, and industrial control panels

Willingness to work at height and outdoors in a physically active role

Valid UK driving licence

Ability to pass a medical (candidates must be under 130kg due to equipment safety requirements)

What’s in it for you?

Salary of £62,659

Quarterly bonus worth up to 10% (circa £6,000 annually)

22 days annual leave

Strong employer pension contribution

Access to modern facilities and cutting-edge industrial tech

Real opportunity for long-term progression as part of a growing operation

If you’re looking to take the next step in your automation career within a large, stable organisation that’s heavily invested in its technology and people — this could be the move for you