Automation Developer

About The Role
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, Projects & Facilities, this role will ensure efficient & effective automation systems management, leading to reliability and national improvements in AAH sites' automated systems & equipment. As a member of the Group Engineering team, the Automation Developer will contribute to and lead national maintenance and improvement initiatives across the AAH branch network, supporting the Business Engineering Strategy.

Accountabilities

Maintenance of Automated systems
Facilitate the design of an effective planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedule for Automated systems and equipment
Facilitate regular reviews of the PPM schedules with each site team
Assist with proposals to design and adopt fit-for-purpose maintenance schedules and resource plans
Ensure compliance with the schedule via regular audits of the sites
Escalate non-compliances to the Head of Engineering, Projects & Facilities
Ensure automation is running in conformance with best practice guidelines
Manage a central engineering spares store for critical spares acquired through automation upgrades
Advise on site engineering store stocks to ensure all critical spares are available to all sites
Manage priorities proactively
Why AAH?

AAH is the leading medical supplier in the UK, impacting millions of people across communities. We distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals, and GPs from our network of branches. We are committed to continuous improvement and investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our goods.

25 days plus bank holidays
Company sick pay
Pension scheme
Long service awards
Death in service benefit
Discounted shopping platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Excellent career progression with full ongoing support
Onsite parking with excellent working conditions and transport links
About You
Time-served engineering apprenticeship
HND qualification in an engineering discipline
Experience with modern maintenance techniques (e.g., TPM, RCM)
Previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer with leadership/supervisory roles in warehousing or FMCG
Experience in automated systems maintenance and repair
IOSH certification
Experience managing CAPEX projects in operational environments
Proven experience working in dynamic, regulated, multi-site engineering environments such as distribution or manufacturing
About Us
At AAH, you’ll be part of a team playing a vital role in one of the UK’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare distribution networks. We make a difference daily by delivering lifesaving medicines across communities. Guided by our ICARE values, we foster an inclusive, collaborative culture. We are committed to sustainability, reducing our environmental impact through fleet modernisation, route optimisation, waste minimisation, and energy efficiency. We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Please inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

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