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 operational Customer Fulfilment Centre in Bicester. 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.
You will work a shift pattern to support our 24/7 operation, consisting of 12 hour shifts across days, nights and weekends.
About you
- You have 5+ years of engineering experience, with strong technical competency and a drive for career progression.
- Ideally from an FMCG background, you're confident working in fast-paced, high-performance environments.
- You’re computer literate, eager to learn new skills, and bring a creative, solution-focused mindset to problem-solving.
- Health and safety is a top priority, and you're comfortable and trained to work safely at height.
- 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).
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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Skills Required
- 5+ years of engineering experience
- Level 3 qualification or relevant engineering degree
Ocado Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ocado Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Ocado Group.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity programs include free share awards after six months of service, with additional access to broad-based plans such as SIP, Sharesave, and ESPP in applicable regions.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often allow hybrid schedules and a limited work‑from‑anywhere allowance, alongside flexible leave options and discount schemes depending on role and location.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies cover birth, adoption, fostering and surrogacy, with returner coaching and additional flexible arrangements after leave where applicable.
Ocado Group Insights
What We Do
When our journey started, we were all about changing the way people shop for groceries. Nearly 20 years later, we’re a FTSE 100, client-focused business that provides services, technology, and automation to grocery e-commerce businesses around the world.
