About this position We are looking for a Automation Technician to join a business based in Laindon, Essex in a purpose-built design, engineering and headquarters building with 55 employees at this site. The majority of their business is the design and assembly of filling and packaging lines for aerosols with a high proportion for the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. The basic equipment is made by the principal company in Switzerland. The company incorporates this and other machines into the lines, linking them with their own conveyors, enclosures, electrical control systems and ancillary equipment. All panel building, wiring and PLC programming is done on site and other departments specialise in machine assembly, commissioning and documentation. Experience is always valued, although for this role, a firm grounding in control systems and PLC based control, would make an ideal candidate. We are looking to appoint a Project Managers to work in their Technical Office. The role is very dynamic and calls on technical, commercial, project and management skills as well as an amicable manner to work with a variety of specialists. Job responsibilities: Managing all aspects and types of projects through the business, from large production lines to small table-top units. Meet overall project objectives for quality, delivery and cost - Manage and resolve key project risks and issues. Maintain a clear understanding of the current scope of work throughout the project and ..... full job details .....