Multiskilled Automation Engineer

Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.

We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.

We are seeking an experienced, multi-skilled Electrical/Mechanical Engineer to join our Site Maintenance Team in Bristol to provide first-class engineering for on-site machinery. As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for repairing and maintaining the site and site sortation system. You will play a crucial role in maintaining the heart of our busy operation, ensuring a 100% safety standard is embedded in everything you do.

Flexibility & Work life balance

We understand the delicate balance act of life. Our shift pattern of 4 on 4 off shift pattern across days and nights working between the hours of 06:00 to 17:40 and 17:30 to 05:10 are designed to accommodate your lifestyle, ensuring work fits seamlessly into your life.

What will you do & what will you need?

As part of your role, you will carry out planned maintenance on the site sorter ensuring work is carried out in accordance with the required schedule and manufacturer guidelines. Ensuring all breakdowns and reactive works are carried out to a high standard and in a timely manner. You will accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults with the machine and across the wider site. Be proactive in your approach, always looking for ways to improve things. Carry out repair and improvement work across the site, plant and equipment. Ensure all work undertaken and equipment downtime are accurately recorded on our CMMS, to accurately communicate technical information and outstanding work to the other shifts and escalate issues to the relevant managers.

What’s in it for you?

Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special.

• £42,600
• 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
• Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
• Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
• Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing support – including our Employee Assistance Programme
• A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive Team: Join a close-knit community where collaboration is key