Lead Automation Engineer – 24/7 FMCG Logistics

Ocado Logistics; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Financial Protection

Wellbeing Support

Private Medical Cover

Generous Leave

Family-Friendly

Share Schemes

Lifestyle benefits

Shopping Perks

Job summary

Ocado Logistics in Tamworth is seeking a proactive Engineer to join our fast-paced Engineering Operations team. You will drive performance across a highly automated CFC, leading reactive maintenance and coordinating with Inbound/Outbound teams to optimise availability and reliability of MHE.

The role requires strong automation knowledge, NVQ3 level skills, and a proven ability to mentor others while managing multiple tasks in a dynamic FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of automation hardware and software.
• Electrical and/or mechanical skills to at least NVQ 3 level.
• Experience in FMCG or automated environments is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead reactive maintenance and diagnose equipment breakdowns.
• Supervise external contractors and ensure high workmanship standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve machine reliability across existing and new equipment.
• Develop and mentor the engineering team, sharing knowledge and growing skills.
• Analyse performance and maintenance data to identify improvements and optimise MHE performance.
• Plan, prioritise, and schedule both planned and unplanned work.
• Carry out and lead hands-on engineering maintenance activities across the CFC.

Skills

Automation expertise

Electrical/mechanical skills

Analytical/problem solving

Leadership & communication

Education

HNC Engineering

ONC

Engineering Degree

Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Job description

Ocado Logistics in Tamworth is seeking a proactive Engineer to join our fast-paced Engineering Operations team. You will drive performance across a highly automated CFC, leading reactive maintenance and coordinating with Inbound/Outbound teams to optimise availability and reliability of MHE.

The role requires strong automation knowledge, NVQ3 level skills, and a proven ability to mentor others while managing multiple tasks in a dynamic FMCG environment.