Engineer

Ocado; Bicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery technology firm is seeking an experienced Engineer to join their Customer Fulfilment Centre in Bicester. In this role, you will be responsible for addressing critical technical issues and ensuring smooth operations through proactive maintenance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of engineering experience, preferably from an FMCG background, and is skilled in working in high-performance environments. A strong focus on health and safety is essential, along with at least a Level 3 qualification in engineering or equivalent.

Benefits

264 hours annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

22 weeks paid maternity leave

Pension with employer matching

Cycle to Work Scheme

15% discount at Ocado.com

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience with strong technical competency.
• Experience ideally from an FMCG background.
• Strong focus on health and safety and trained to work safely at height.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal point of contact for technical issues.
• Maintain operation through proactive improvement works.
• Work on various machinery including conveyor networks, lifts, and cranes.

Skills

Engineering experience

Technical competency

Creative problem-solving

Computer literacy

Education

Level 3 qualification or relevant engineering degree

Job description

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

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Engineer to be part of Ocado history, joining us at our operational Customer Fulfilment Centre in Bicester. You will be working on state‑of‑the‑art technology, being the principal point of contact for any critical technical issues, as well as keeping the operation running smoothly through proactive improvement works and maintenance activity. You will be working on a range of incredible machinery, from the impressive conveyor networks to lifts and cranes.

You will work a shift pattern to support our 24/7 operation, consisting of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends.

About you

• You have 5+ years of engineering experience, with strong technical competency and a drive for career progression.
• Ideally from an FMCG background, you’re confident working in fast‑paced, high‑performance environments.
• You’re computer literate, eager to learn new skills, and bring a creative, solution‑focused mindset to problem‑solving.
• Health and safety is a top priority, and you’re comfortable and trained to work safely at height.
• You hold at least a Level 3 qualification or a relevant engineering degree, ready to apply it in an innovative and inspiring setting.

What we offer

• Time to recharge: 264 hours annual leave, 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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