Maintenance Technician

Tesco UK; Spennymoor, Tees Valley, Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retailer is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Spennymoor. In this hands-on role, you will ensure safe and functional store environments. Candidates should have experience in maintenance and be digitally confident. The position offers ongoing training and opportunities for career advancement within a respected brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, engineering, or a construction environment.
• Digitally confident using a tablet to view daily work schedules.
• Completed all relevant technical training upskilling modules.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate repairs with external contractors.
• Work collaboratively to maintain store operations.
• Ensure safety and functionality of all Tesco sites.
• Follow planned work schedules for efficiency.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Strong problem-solving skills

Communication & collaboration

Health & Safety awareness

Education

ONC or equivalent

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Overview

As a Maintenance Technician at Tesco across Newton Aycliffe, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our stores remain a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for customers and colleagues alike. You’ll be part of a skilled team responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across a range of systems and equipment, helping to keep our operations running smoothly.

Your work will directly impact the shopping experience of thousands of customers every day. You’ll use your technical expertise to identify and resolve issues efficiently, always prioritising safety, compliance, and quality.

This is a hands-on role that requires a proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high standards. In return, you’ll be supported with ongoing training, opportunities to grow your career, and the chance to be part of one of the UK’s most recognised and respected retail brands.

The Hiring Manager for this vacancy is Mark Biddle.

Responsibilities

• Confidently Interact with External Contractors: Coordinating repairs seamlessly.
• Work Collaboratively with the Team: Be a great colleague who understands the importance of quality service.
• Sustain High Energy Levels: Juggling tasks while maintaining efficiency.
• Assist the Management Team: Keeping our stores operating smoothly by maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Minimize Customer Disruption: Coordinating repairs with minimal impact on our valued customers.
• Ensure all Tesco sites are a safe and functioning environment for customers and colleagues.
• Follow the planned work schedule to achieve first time fix, improving efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work closely with team members, sharing best practice and knowledge.
• General day-to-day store and property maintenance.
• Use mobile devices to drive the best approach in work completion and updates.
• Represent the Tesco brand by demonstrating our core values, maintaining a positive attitude and taking pride in wearing the Tesco uniform.
• Attend local and national meetings, providing valuable input and feedback.
• Support a diverse and inclusive culture.

Requirements

• Experience in maintenance, engineering, or a construction environment.
• Digitally confident using a tablet to view daily work schedules and manage emails.
• ONC or equivalent; Full driving license; Health & Safety awareness; Communication & collaboration; Office 365 knowledge; Completed all relevant technical training upskilling modules.

We are an inclusive employer and support flexible working. If you need support with your application, please see information for applicants.