Maintenance Engineer (AMR Champion)
Added 30 Sept · still live
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 5223 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Magna International is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3113 (Engineering technicians) or SOC 2122 (Mechanical engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
Your salary route
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5223 Metal working production and maintenance fitters Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
2122 Mechanical engineers Also possible | £33,400 | £37,400 | £42,100 | £46,800 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
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What We Offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance & Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for the overall maintenance of AMRs (autonomous mobile robots) as well as plant equipment and facilities when necessary, ensuring the smooth running of the plant and limit impact on customer demand.
Role Responsibilities
What We Offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Maintenance Team Leader, Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance & Facilities Manager, this position is responsible for the overall maintenance of AMRs (autonomous mobile robots) as well as plant equipment and facilities when necessary, ensuring the smooth running of the plant and limit impact on customer demand.
Role Responsibilities
- To ensure AMR and equipment availability is in line with departmental targets.
- To engage in root cause analysis of repeat / major breakdowns and provide reports with suggested improvements.
- To engineer out previous issues following a continuous improvement mind-set & methodology.
- To facilitate the PM schedules and make recommendations for improvement.
- To support the internal customers with technical issues Inc. non-breakdown.
- To ensure health, safety and environmental procedures are followed during maintenance activities.
- To maintain and improve the equipment so quality is built in.
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- Time served apprenticeship in mechanical and electrical engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum C & G craft qualification / NVQ level 3 qualification in related discipline or equivalent.
- Willingness to multi- skill.
- Experience in fault finding from electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and/or hydraulic schematics.
- Proficient in Microsoft (especially Word, Excel, Power Point).
- To be able to communicate technical issues to non-technical staff.
- 5S experience.
- Educated to HNC/HND in related discipline.
- Experience within the castings sector
- Health and safety accreditation.
- Experience of tier 1 automotive supply.
- Experience with AMR maintenance.
- Experience with die casting machines, furnaces, hydraulic presses, conveyors, assembly cells, ABB robots, Siemens PLCs, CNCs, etc.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Team player and promotes a team approach to problem solving.
- Confidence to challenge the status quo.
- Target driven.
- Work collaboratively to achieve project/company goals.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Good communicator both written and verbally.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Organised and able to multi-task.
- Proactive in approach with a “can do attitude”.
- Flexibility to travel overseas infrequently.
- Plant conditions necessitate exposure to heat, cold, dust, hot objects, and loud noises within our manufacturing environment. Full Health and Safety training and PPE provided for all conditions.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Cosma International
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Where this offer sits in the market
Metal working production and maintenance fitters (SOC 5223) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~228k in sampleSOC 5223
- Middle half £30,264–46,176
- Median £37,440
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Magna International holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 5223 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.