Automation Maintenance Technician for Robotic Fulfillment

Ocado Group; Erith; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Maternity/Paternity leave

Cycle to Work

Sharesave

15% discount on Ocado

Free delivery for employees

Job summary

Ocado Group, a world‑leading automation company for online grocery, is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician to support pre‑planned and reactive maintenance in our Erith automated fulfilment centre. You will perform maintenance on production equipment, diagnose breakdowns, document work, and assist with root‑cause analysis of failures.

Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA and conveyors is beneficial. This days‑based role requires good communication, organisation, and the ability to work safely at

Qualifications

• A formal engineering qualification would be advantageous.
• Basic technical understanding of automation hardware and software is beneficial.
• Demonstrable analytical skills with sound problem solving ability.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, along with organisation and prioritisation.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, SCADA, conveyors would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on production equipment in an accurate, timely and safe manner.
• Diagnose equipment breakdowns, resolving issues and action repairs where possible.
• Update engineering records, including all work carried out, and support root cause analysis of failures, including spares and consumables.
• Ensure the Computerised Maintenance Management System is updated with accurate data to meet KPIs.
• Collaborate with the Engineering team to analyse failures and improve MHE performance.

Skills

PLCs knowledge

SCADA knowledge

Conveyors experience

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Engineering-related qualification

Job description

Ocado Group, a world‑leading automation company for online grocery, is seeking an Engineering Maintenance Technician to support pre‑planned and reactive maintenance in our Erith automated fulfilment centre. You will perform maintenance on production equipment, diagnose breakdowns, document work, and assist with root‑cause analysis of failures.

Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA and conveyors is beneficial. This days‑based role requires good communication, organisation, and the ability to work safely at