Trainee Automation Technician

Are you curious about how things work and enjoy problem solving, technology and hands on engineering?  

We're offering a rare opportunity to join the MEICA Automation team as a Trainee Automation Technician, where you'll learn how to design, build and support real-world control systems used across our operational sites.

No automation experience is required. What matters most is enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in engineering and technology. 

What you'll do 

You'll receive structured training and hands-on mentoring from experienced Engineers, giving you exposure to real automation and control systems while building your technical confidence and capability from day one, including: 

• PLC programming and understanding control logic 
• HMI development and SCADA system configuration 
• working with telemetry systems used across operational sites 
• testing, commissioning and fault-finding on live equipment 
• fibre networks and industrial communication technologies 
• Site-based automation works as part of real project delivery. 

What you'll need 

You'll bring the mindset and enthusiasm needed to grow in the role, along with the foundations that will help you succeed, including: 

• a STEM background or some engineering experience (useful but not essential) 
• a genuine interest in how things work and developing technical skills 
• a logical, problem-solving approach 
• good communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude 
• reliability, organisation and a willingness to learn from others 
• basic IT familiarity and an understanding of safe working practices 
• a desire to build a long-term career in automation and the confidence to ask questions. 

What you'll receive 

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%. 
• Career progression and professional development opportunities. 
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service. 
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year. 
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions). 
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs. 
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary. 
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions). 
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers. 
• One paid volunteering day each year. 
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements. 
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform. 
• Support from trained mental health first aiders. 
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.  

Who we are  

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include: 

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West 
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community 
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors 
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space 
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses. 

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. 

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. 

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.