Operations Maintenance Technician Senior

TN United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Operations Maintenance Technician in Stansted. This role is essential for ensuring the efficient operation of machinery, with responsibilities including supervising maintenance teams, adhering to health and safety standards, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will possess a City and Guilds qualification in Electrical/Mechanical engineering and have proven maintenance experience. This position offers a competitive salary, career progression opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion within the workplace. Be part of a team that values innovation and exceptional service.

Benefits

Career Progression Opportunities

Excellent Training and Development

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and organized individual with a relevant engineering qualification.
• Proven experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Organize and supervise maintenance team for efficient operations.
• Monitor staff attendance and performance, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate with management to resolve operational issues.

Skills

Electrical Regulations Knowledge

Electrical/Mechanical Maintenance Experience

Ability to Read Electrical Schematic Drawings

Understanding of PLC-Controlled Equipment

Health and Safety Legislation Understanding

Flexibility with Shift Patterns

Education

City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Qualification

Job description

Operations Maintenance Technician Senior, Stansted

Client: FedEx

Location: Stansted

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 439381da0966

Job Views: 3

Posted: 10.05.2025

Expiry Date: 24.06.2025

Job Description:

We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Our hub in Stansted requires a qualified and motivated individual to join the operations maintenance team as a Skilled Technician.

The role involves ensuring all plant and equipment on site is repaired and serviced to recognized standards, following the preventative maintenance schedule to minimize downtime of sortation equipment.

The Operations Maintenance Technician role is challenging and requires excellent organization and communication skills. Responsibilities include:

1. Organize team maintenance and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation and maintenance of machinery within operational timeframes.
2. Monitor staff attendance and take remedial action when necessary.
3. Supervise maintenance team performance and complete required documentation.
4. Monitor workflow, identify potential problems, and take immediate corrective actions.
5. Coordinate with Depot and Operations Managers, Section Leaders, and Control Room to resolve issues.
6. Ensure smooth traffic transition across machinery, paying attention to Health and Safety.
7. Accurately complete all information recording sheets nightly.
8. Adhere to operational and maintenance procedures in the Group Operations Manual to maintain customer service standards.
9. Return all equipment to designated areas after use, maintain equipment in safe working order, and report defective equipment.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organized, hold a City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical engineering qualification, and possess:

• Knowledge of 16th or 17th Edition electrical regulations
• Proven electrical/mechanical maintenance experience
• Ability to read electrical schematic drawings
• Understanding of PLC-controlled equipment
• Flexibility with shift patterns
• Understanding of health and safety legislation
• Full driving license

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, opportunities for career progression, and excellent training and development.

FedEx values diversity and inclusion, celebrating cultures, inspiring dreams, and creating a welcoming community. We are a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer in the UK.

FedEx is built on a philosophy that prioritizes people. We are committed to an inclusive workforce that offers growth opportunities for all.

About Our Company

FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies, recognized among the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune magazine. We deliver daily across over 220 countries, supported by our outstanding team of employees dedicated to providing exceptional service.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit (P-S-P) philosophy guides all our decisions. We care for our people, who in turn deliver excellent service, earning profits that we reinvest in our business and team. This culture fosters innovation and high-quality service, making us unique in the global marketplace.

Our Culture

Our culture is central to our success. It is reflected in our behaviors, actions, and activities worldwide. While systems, infrastructure, and processes can be replicated, our culture is what truly differentiates us and supports our growth and competitiveness.