Engineer

Ocado Group; Purfleet-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery technology provider in Purfleet-on-Thames is offering an exciting Engineer position. You'll be working on advanced technology and machinery, acting as the key contact for technical issues and ensuring smooth operations through maintenance and improvements. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in engineering, be safety-conscious, and possess a relevant qualification. The role comes with generous benefits including extensive leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

264 hours annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

22 weeks paid maternity leave

Pension with employer matching

Cycle to Work Scheme

Exclusive discounts at Ocado.com

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience required.
• Experience in FMCG environments is preferred.
• Must be computer literate and open to learning new skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal contact for critical technical issues.
• Keep operations running smoothly with proactive improvements.
• Work with advanced machinery such as conveyors, lifts, and cranes.

Skills

Engineering experience

Technical competency

Problem-solving

Health and safety consciousness

Education

Level 3 qualification or relevant engineering degree

Job description

Overview

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced Engineer to be part of Ocado history, joining us at our operational Customer Fulfilment Centre in Purfleet. 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.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience, with strong technical competency and a drive for career progression.
• Ideally from an FMCG background, confident working in fast‑paced, high‑performance environments.
• 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 comfortable and trained to work safely at height.
• Hold at least a Level 3 qualification or a relevant engineering degree, ready to apply it in an innovative and inspiring setting.

About Ocado Technology

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.

Benefits

• 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.