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Maintenance Engineer - Automation - West Brom
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Maintenance Engineer - Automation - West Brom
Entry Role: Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical & Electrical) – Property Fulfilment & Engineering Team
About the Role
An exciting new opportunity within our Property Function! We are looking for a multi-skilled engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical and electrical disciplines to join our provincial team. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining and repairing brand-new, state-of-the-art equipment, delivering exceptional performance and showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement.
Given your technical expertise, you will prioritise customer service, ensuring your work is efficient, safe, and aligned with operational needs while developing a culture of collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders across all departments.
Core Responsibilities
You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and reliability of cutting-edge equipment within your nominated Urban Fulfilment Centre (UFC), utilisation your engineering knowledge to ensure peak operational conditions through:
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Regular operational maintenance
- Conduct both formal and informal inspections to assess the state of equipment.
- Perform maintenance tasks in line with industry best practice and engineering principles.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance machine efficiency where possible.
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Repair & Reliability Management
- Complete preventative maintenance and repairs with excellence.
- Immediately address critical failures or schedule corrective work, ensuring accurate maintenance scheduling and logging.
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Safety & Compliance
- Maintain strict adherence to health and safety standards, conducting risk assessments for all tasks.
- Operate across confined or challenging environments while prioritising the well-being of yourself and co-workers.
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Operational Support & Collaboration
- Build strong internal relationships with operational colleagues and stakeholders.
- Support site performance by tracking key metrics such as equipment availability and reliability metrics.
- Proactively engage with colleagues to promote operational efficiency.
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Problem Solving & Analysis
- Adopt root cause analysis methods to document causes of major equipment outages or breakdowns.
- Apply data-driven decision-making to improve processes and equipment performance.
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Administration & Systems Management
- Ensure the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is always updated.
- Complete and maintain administrative duties such as shift reports to a high quality.
- Support strategic maintenance budgeting by accurately tracking spare parts consumption and repair hours.
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Sustainable Engineering Practices
- Maintain cost control by ensuring spares are optimally used and repaired/restored equipment for future use.
- Adapt to a maintenance protocol that balances cost, reliability, and minimal waste.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you should possess:
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Qualification
- A completed full engineering apprenticeship or the equivalent of NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in an engineering discipline such as mechanical or electrical.
- A background in engineering with a proven track record in mechanical maintenance, electrical repair, or a hybrid skillset.
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Experience
- Hands-on operational experience in an engineering or maintenance environment—preferably with highly automated or industrial equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to cross-skill between electrical and mechanical disciplines.
- Experience in troubleshooting technical challenges and utilising root cause analysis techniques.
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Professional & Interpersonal Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills to identify and resolve equipment issues efficiently.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management, demonstrating an ability to explain technical matters clearly.
- Experience in data analysis and operational reporting with an influence-focused mindset.
The Benefits for You
We believe in supporting our colleagues both inside and outside of work. Our Tesco employee benefits package is designed with you in mind:
- Annual Bonus
- Competitive annual bonus scheme of up to 10% of base salary, reflecting our performance-based rewards.
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Leave & Wellbeing
- 25 days paid holiday, plus one personal day (with additional bank holidays).
- Long-term leave entitlement:
- 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave (following 12 months of service at qualifying point) at full pay.
- A further 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity/Adoption Pay following this.
- 6 weeks paid paternity leave for all eligible colleagues.
- Mental health support:
- Access to a free 24/7 virtual GP service.
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available to benefit both you and your family.
- Supported by mental wellbeing initiatives and resources.
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Inspiring Workplace Culture
- We champion a balance that helps you thrive, offering flexible home working arrangements—we encourage conversations about how we can support your personal and professional goals.
- We are proud to be an accredited Disability Confident Leader, ensuring equitable opportunities for all candidates. Support with applications is available.
- If you don’t tick every box, we warmly encourage you to apply anyway.
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Company Reassurance
- "The above information is a shortened summary; for comprehensive details, please consult our our full policy documents."
About Us
Tesco is more than just a supermarket, telecom operator, or business in our communities—it’s an organisation with three core priorities: serving our customers, empowering our colleagues, and supporting global communities.
Assembling a diverse team of like-minded professionals, we encourage a culture where every colleague is valued regardless of their background or unique circumstances. We are committed to flexibility, support, and inclusion. Whether you’re just starting your career, seeking to grow professionally, or navigating life’s bigger challenges, we believe work should support you while you contribute your best.
For further details about our inclusive and fully accessible recruitment process, please click here if you require assistance. We look forward to welcoming engaged, motivated colleagues who share our passion for operational excellence.
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