Automation Engineer in Basildon, East Of England

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.

Voceer presents this job opportunity for Pioneer Selection, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by Pioneer Selection, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.