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About the Position
Engineer
Purfleet, United Kingdom
About Us
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 largest 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.
About You
- Experience: 5+ years of engineering experience, with strong technical competency and a drive for career progression.
- Background: Ideally from an FMCG background, you're confident working in fast-paced, high-performance environments.
- Skills:
- Computer literate
- Eager to learn new skills
- Creative, solution-focused mindset
- Safety: Health and safety is a top priority, and you're comfortable and trained to work safely at height.
- Qualifications: 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
We believe in supporting our people with meaningful, flexible benefits that prioritise well-being and work-life balance. Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:
- 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).
Equal Opportunities
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.
Relocation Assistance
Financial assistance is available for eligible UK candidates relocating 35 miles or more for this role.
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Ecommerce,Logistics,Automation,Technology,Supply Chain
About the Company Ocado Group is a global technology business specializing in ecommerce, fulfillment, and logistics within the online grocery and distribution industries. With over 25 years of experience in the grocery sector, the company leverages cutting-edge proprietary technology and operational expertise to address complex challenges in global retail and logistics. Ocado Group aims to redefine the future of retail by empowering partners and customers to succeed in their markets. Products, Services & Tech Stack Core Solutions Online Grocery Fulfillment: Ocado Group offers tailored fulfillment solutions for online grocery retailers, including manual pick in dark stores, store-based automation, and automated Customer Fulfillment Centres (CFCs). Technologies & Frameworks Supply Chain Optimization: The company processes over 70 million forecasts per day and simulates 270 years of operations in 12 months. Last Mile Optimization: Ocado Group performs over 100 million optimization calculations per second. Webshop Predictions: The company predicts over 10 billion products per day. Project Scope & Target Clients Client Base Target Verticals: Ocado Group partners with innovative grocery retailers globally. Engineering Scale Scope and Complexity: The company's projects involve integrated, end-to-end intelligence and advanced automation technologies to streamline supply chains and support client ambitions.
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