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Hybrid in Maia·Added yesterday (last checked 4 Nov)
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- Hybrid, Maia

Skills
This job advert was originally written in Portuguese.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Professional technical course in automation and robotics or industrial mechanics (preferred), minimum: completed 12th grade;
Languages
Good command of the English language (spoken and written);
The role
Are you looking for a new challenge at DHL EXPRESS? This job advertisement could be for you!
Technical Maintenance (m/f)
What you'll do
The Engineering & Infrastructures Department is responsible for managing all the company's facilities in Portugal, ensuring they meet DHL's business needs. It negotiates agreements regarding current and future facilities, managing the relationship with DHL Group Construction and Engineering (Sorting Systems) teams, as well as with suppliers and business partners. The Purchasing, Fleet, and Engineering & Maintenance sectors are also integral parts of this department.
The Technical Maintenance role is part of this department and has the mission of ensuring the correct functioning of the building, as well as the automatic shipment sorting and classification equipment and other equipment used in operational processes, through the execution of Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Plans.
Ensures the interface with suppliers and partners who perform assistance and maintenance on faulty equipment, as well as the provision of information regarding their activity in accordance with DHL Service standards and current safety requirements.
How you'll work
Working Hours: 8 hours daily (40 hours weekly) in a rotating shift regime from Sunday (after 20:00) to Saturday (between 06:30 and 11:00), with the weekly daily schedule falling between 06:30 and 03:00.
Main Responsibilities
Perform preventive and reactive maintenance of the automatic shipment sorting and classification system, as well as other operational equipment, in addition to simple corrective maintenance required by the building.
Operation of the automatic sorting and classification equipment via a SCADA-type system during its operation in Import, Export, and night operational cycle processes, and interaction with operational teams during various stops or changes.
Certified training in Working at Heights, including the operation of working at height machinery (preferred)
Training in Forklift Operation to support technical assistance (preferred)
Record breakdowns in the various pieces of building equipment, as well as the automatic sorter and classifier, and maintenance needs that must be forwarded to external suppliers.
Monitor corrective and preventive maintenance processes carried out by external suppliers.
Effectively use the automatic belt to proceed with correct classification and the entry of information into the computer system or the preparation of daily operation reports (when applicable).
Profile
Previous experience in technical maintenance roles for servomechanisms (preferred)
Knowledge of mechanics (pulley transmission, belts, chains, conveyor belts)
Knowledge of Pneumatics (compression, distribution line, maintenance and operation of 5/2 solenoid valves)
Knowledge of electricity (Maintenance of electrical panels, consumption measurement, emergency stops)
Knowledge of electronics/instrumentation (RS 232, RS 486, TCP/IP protocol, photocells)
Proficiency in OFFICE365 and ease of adaptation to new computer systems
Good time management / flexibility and availability;
Focus on achieving objectives;
Organizational skills;
Good interpersonal relationships and active listening;
Driver's license and own vehicle (desirable)
Work location: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport - DHL Cargo Complex - 4470-995 Maia
About DHL
- Industry
- Logistics
- Founded
- 1969
- Employees
- 500,000+
- Headquarters
- Bonn, Germany
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