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Engineering Technician - Fixed Term Contract

Bicester CFC

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About Us

We are Ocado Technology and we empower global grocery retailers with cutting-edge cloud, robotics, AI, and IoT. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) powers highly automated Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs), enabling efficient, single-pick online grocery 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 CFC in Bicester, Oxfordshire. 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 to maintain and repair our fleet of 500 & 600 series robots plus the enabling systems within the BOT eco-system.

This is a Fixed Term Contract opportunity where you will be expected to work a shift pattern to support our 24/7 operation, consisting of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends. 

About you

If you are looking for your next step in your Engineering career, this role is for you! 

It would be advantageous that you have an 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 we offer

We believe in supporting our people with meaningful, flexible benefits that prioritise well-being and work-life balance. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:

  • Time to recharge:
    264 hours annual leave (rising after 5 years), plus the option to buy more.

  • Health & wellbeing:
    Private Medical Insurance from your first month, wellbeing support through specialist apps and EAP, plus Income Protection and Life Assurance.

  • Family-first policies:
    22 weeks paid maternity/primary carer leave and 6 weeks paid paternity leave (after qualifying period).

  • Financial support:
    Pension with employer matching up to 7%, share schemes (Sharesave & BAYE), and interest-free loans for train tickets.

  • Commuter perks:
    Cycle to Work Scheme 

  • Exclusive discounts:
    15% off at Ocado.com with free delivery (starting in your first month).

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.

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