Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician – Level 3-5, PermanentOcado Logistics, part of the Ocado Group, is a global technology company specialising in online grocery and e-commerce fulfillment, handling the transport and logistics. Our highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres are incredibly fast‑paced and utilise groundbreaking technology. The Dordon CFC, a £200 million facility, is the world’s largest, most productive, and sophisticated grocery fulfillment centre of its kind. Thousands of orders are dispatched daily from our state‑of‑the-art Customer Fulfilment Centres.About the roleWe are hiring an experienced, hands‑on Engineering Technician to join our Engineering Operations team based at CFC Dordon. This site is one of our oldest CFCs – working with cogs, conveyors, and essential mechanical handling equipment. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring our 24/7 operations remain seamless and efficient.In your role as Engineering Technician you will carry out planned maintenance across the site and diagnose equipment breakdowns and action repairs where possible. You will work closely with other departments finding ways to increase machine reliability on existing and new equipment. You will work shift patterns to support continuous operations, benefiting from a competitive salary and benefits.Key ResponsibilitiesDiagnose and rectify equipment malfunctions: Systematically identify and resolve mechanical, electrical, or software anomalies in materials handling equipment (MHE) to mitigate operational interruptions.Analyse data to ascertain and deploy enhancements for MHE performance: Collect and interpret data from diverse sources to proactively identify inefficiencies and implement improvements, ranging from minor adjustments to significant system overhauls.Compile and monitor data pertaining to MHE and maintenance operations: Accurately document and analyse all maintenance activities to track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as uptime, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for strategic decision‑making and continuous improvement.Key Skills & ExperienceStrong electrical or mechanical background, ideally within an FMCG environment.A Level 3 engineering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3, BTEC National Diploma, or equivalent) in an electrical or mechanical discipline.Requires recent (within 6 months) hands‑on mechanical and electrical engineering experience with traditional industrial machinery (cogs, conveyors, heavy plant equipment).Proficient in fault analysis and problem‑solving, particularly with control systems.Good technical aptitude with automation hardware and software, encompassing both reactive and preventive maintenance.Working knowledge of automated warehouses and their technical components.We are particularly interested in candidates who have gained their experience in demanding, hands‑on environments such as Network Rail, the Armed Forces, heavy manufacturing, or traditional warehouse/logistics operations.What you can expect to receiveAt Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you’ll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award‑winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes a healthy work‑life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.Join Ocado Logistics today and become a part of a culture that wholeheartedly values and supports your well‑being throughout every stage of your career.Important NoteYou must have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull‑time #J-18808-Ljbffr