Bot Workshop Trainee Technician

London, DA8 1SP, United Kingdom
Today
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Entry
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Posted
15 Jul 2026 (Today)

Benefits

264 hours annual leave (rising with tenure) Private Medical Insurance from first month Income Protection and Life Assurance Pension with employer matching up to 7% Sharesave and BAYE share schemes Interest-free loans for train tickets Cycle to Work Scheme Free shuttle buses from Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City stations 15% discount on Ocado.com with free delivery

About Us

We are Ocado Group, and we're bringing world-class automation to online grocery. Our Ocado Smart Platform (OSP) combines cutting-edge robotics, AI, and IoT within our advanced CFCs (Customer Fulfilment Centres). We've mastered the single pick, transforming online delivery for our global partners. Join us and be part of a team pushing the boundaries of retail technology.

About the Role

We are currently looking for a Bot Workshop Trainee Technician to join our team at Ocado’s CFC in Erith.

The Bot Workshop team are responsible for the diagnosis and repair of Ocado robot sub-assemblies and Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), as well carrying out Root Cause Analysis to help deliver continuous improvement to Ocado’s robot infrastructure.

This role will be focussed on the testing and repair of the Robot sub-assemblies and PCBs on a daily basis, and ensuring quality, fully operational spares are available for use to support the operation.

What you will be doing

  • Test and repair mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies, including printed circuit boards, ensuring accuracy, safety, and adherence to procedures.
  • Collaborate with the Engineering Stores team to maintain a steady supply of sub-assemblies.
  • Update work records, task details, and parts usage.
  • Participate in training for internal processes, testing, and repairs.
  • Work with internal departments to improve processes and enhance equipment reliability and performance.
  • Analyze data to enhance equipment performance and provide reports as needed.

About you

  • A technical ability and understanding relating to automation hardware and equipment with experience in dismantling, diagnosing, repair and quality testing of your own and others’ work is desirable but not essential
  • Demonstrable analytical skills with sound problem solving ability
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to impart knowledge effectively to others
  • Good organisation skills, able to prioritise

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 (rising after 5 years), 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 and free shuttle buses to/from Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City stations.
  • 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.

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