Shift Maintenance Engineer

UPS is hiring a Shift Maintenance Engineer. Level rates it ; you can apply on UPS.

Level's read on this job

Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
The posting mentions Microsoft Office, Plcs and Vfds among its tools and skills.
Level classes it as a mid-level role.
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Maintain, troubleshoot, and improve automated sortation systems, conveyors, and facility equipment as a Shift Maintenance Engineer.

Microsoft OfficePlcsVfds

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Job Description:

Maintenance Engineer

Join our team and play a vital role in keeping our automated sortation systems, conveyors, and facility equipment running safely and efficiently. You'll be responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving a range of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems in a fast-paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned preventive and reactive maintenance on plant and facility equipment.
Diagnose and repair faults on conveyors, automation systems, motors, sensors, PLCs, VFDs, and control panels.
Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtime and maintain operational performance.
Perform mechanical maintenance, including work on bearings, belts, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
Support the installation and upgrade of machinery and equipment.
Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and spare parts inventory.
Follow all health and safety procedures, including risk assessments and PPE requirements.
Collaborate with operations teams and provide clear shift handovers to ensure smooth site performance.

What We're Looking For

Level 3 Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification (minimum).
Experience in mechanical and electrical maintenance within an industrial or automated environment.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Basic knowledge of PLCs, motor controls, networks, hydraulics, and pneumatics is beneficial.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What You'll Get

Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Holiday pay and life assurance
Retail and attraction discounts, including Apple, cinemas, Alton Towers, and the London Eye
Industry-leading training and development
Career progression through our promotion from within culture
£1,000 referral bonus for successful employee recommendations

Our Commitment

At UPS, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees are recruited, developed, and rewarded based on merit, skills, and experience. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

How we rate this

Shift Maintenance Engineer at UPS rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Shift Maintenance Engineer is an open job at UPS.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in GB - UPS STANSTED (GBSTA).
The job was posted on August 17, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by UPS. Apply on UPS

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Microsoft OfficePlcsVfds

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