Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years.
Overview: To identify automation opportunities and support the introduction of automation systems and processes from early scoping, specification, design, maintenance and through to implementation and hand over to improve operational productivity and/or to reduce manufacturing cost. Provide technical support for all aspects of on-site automation relating to programming, training, maintenance, and fault finding.
Key Responsibilities:
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Responsible for design, specification and introduction of scalable automation and control systems.
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Create and present feasibility reports & URS (user requirement specification) documentation for identified automation opportunities.
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Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring assigned technical and engineering projects.
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Assess processes, take measurements, and interpret data
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Identifying potential problems with the project, leading the team into developing solutions and ensuring that they are implemented
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When changes are agreed, implement these across the team including validation, training, and controls, and promote continuous improvement
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Ensure change control processes are adhered to and any changes suitably documented
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Create and coordinate project teams to achieve the agreed project outcomes.
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Ensure all automation projects are embedded with the local teams for seamless handover.
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Automation introduction would be achieved with contracted support from Automation Integration companies although the role will include aspects of simulation, proving, programming, and testing.
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In all automation projects the person will be automation project technical lead whilst being responsible for project management activities.
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Provide technical and feasibility support for all aspects of automation fault finding and improvements.
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Identify and coordinate automation training opportunities for self and colleagues.
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Liaise with automation teams within Polypipe group to share knowledge.
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Drive company values and promote an environment of continuous improvement.
Skills & Requirements:
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Knowledge of robots, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical circuits, electronics, mechanics, and computers and preferably qualified to a minimum HNC level in electrical, mechanical or computer engineering
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An ability to communicate with internal stakeholders / project teams and external automation integration companies
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Ability to work with multiple discipline projects
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Project management skills
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Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex systems tests
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Good Math and analytical skills
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Good organisational and prioritisation skills.
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An understanding of machine / automation safety requirements (potentially IOSH or similar training, understanding of PUWER).
Working hours and benefits:
Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm and Fridays 8:00am-2:30pm.
25 days holiday entitlement
Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%
Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership)
Free flu vouchers
Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services
Staff discount on all Genuit Group products
Free on-site parking