SCADA Operative

Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for technology? Are you confident working in a fast-paced, automated environment? Can you stay calm under pressure and make smart decisions quickly?

Here at GXO, we are currently looking for a Control Room Operation to join us at our ASOS site in Barnsley on a full time, permanent basis. You’ll play a vital role in monitoring and supporting the operational activity of our automated systems, including DEMATIC conveyors, DURKOPP sorters, and CRISSPLANT despatch sorters. You’ll be the first line of defence in diagnosing faults, escalating issues, and ensuring smooth system performance across the site.

This is a full-time, permanent position. You’ll be working Sunday to Thursday, covering the hours of 14:45 till 23:15.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £26,145.60 per annum, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more! 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Monitoring all operational activity of the conveyors, elevators, sorters and CCTV equipment
• Maintain close communication with Engineering, Control Room colleagues, and management
• Attend meeting and collaborate with UAT, CI, and project teams
• Support redeployment of flow controllers and manage their breaks
• Input and retrieve operational data and reports
• Maintain 5S principles and contribute to continuous improvement

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Confident user of computer systems, Microsoft packages and especially excel
• Natural problem-solving skills and a high level of attention to detail
• The ability to multi-task, monitor multiple screens and systems at one time and flag issues
• Some flexibility around shift patterns and working hours may be needed on occasion
• Previous experience within an automation environment is a bonus!

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.