Job Description
Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.About UsOur teams are putting the world’s retailers online using the cloud, robotics, AI, and IoT. We provide services to partner clients globally via our innovative advanced robotics technology, known as the Ocado Smart Platform ("OSP"), this drives our highly automated, multi-million pound Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs). In our CFCs - together with the proprietary software applications - we operate a world-class online grocery business that automates the single pick of products, ready for your online delivery.About the Role As an Engineering Technician, you will play an integral part in delivering pre-planned and reactive maintenance within our state-of-the-art automated fulfilment centre in Purfleet. Working at height and using a variety of access equipment, you will diagnose equipment breakdowns and resolve issues in a timely manner, completing repairs where possible. You will handle the Computerised Maintenance Management System system, maintaining accurate data records to meet Engineering KPIs. You will support the Engineering team in analysing engineering failures and finding solutions to improve Mechanical Handling Equipment performance. You will work a shift pattern to support our 24/7 operation, consisting of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends. About youIf you are looking for your next step in your Engineering career, this role is for you!You will ideally have a formal Engineering qualification, along with hands-on experience. Ideally, you have a good technical understanding of automation hardware and software, along with good working knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, and conveyor systems.Organised and meticulous, you are a natural problem solver with great analytical skills. You can communicate effectively, and you are able to share knowledge and best practice with your peers. You are comfortable working safely at height, and you are happy to work to a 24 hour shift pattern.What do I get in return?Our employee benefits are designed for you, we care about people and we’ve ensured we have a wealth of benefits that focus on your well-being. We regularly review our benefits to ensure we are supporting our employees appropriately. 22 weeks paid primary carer leave (once relevant service requirements complete) Wellbeing support through dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme 264 hours annual leave, rising after 5 years service (plus optional holiday purchase)Pension scheme (various options available including employer contribution matching up to 7%)Generous Private Medical Insurance (within the first month of joining!)Income Protection (can be up to 50% of salary for 3 years) and Life Assurance (3 x annual salary) Train Ticket loan (interest-free)Cycle to Work SchemeOpportunity to participate in Sharesave and Buy as You Earn share schemes15% discount on Ocado.com and free delivery for all employees (within the first month of joining! #LI-ONSITE #LI-OT #LI-MG1