Operations Maintenance Technician - Senior

Skip to main contentEnglishSign InOperations Maintenance Technician - Senior page is loadedOperations Maintenance Technician - SeniorApplylocationsFXE-EU/GBR/QQKH/QQKH/Dartfordtime typeFull timeposted onPosted 30+ Days Agotime left to applyEnd Date: July 31, 2026 (7 days left to apply)job requisition idRC772938Company:GBJ FedEx Express UK Transportation LimitedAddress:Unit 1 Northern Gateway Distribution CentreScheduled Weekly Hours:40Worker Type:RegularPosting Start Date15-Jun-2026Posting Close Date:30-Jul-2026Job Family:FXE-EU: Operations Maintenance Technician (ID)Position Summary:We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.Our station in Dartford requires a qualified and motivated individual to join the operations maintenance team within the station as a Skilled Technician.  The role ensures that all plant and equipment on site is repaired and serviced to recognised standards and as identified within the preventative maintenance schedule ensuring the minimum downtime of sortation equipment.Hours: 40 per weekShifts: Monday to Friday, consisting of rolling 3 week pattern of days (06:00 – 14:30), afternoons (14:00 – 22:30) and nights (22:00 – 06:30)Salary: Base pay £24.94 p/hour, Twilight & Nights premia payable for hours between 7pm - 10pm & 10pm - 6am. Overtime paid after 40 hours worked per week. 30 minutes unpaid lunch break per day.The role of an Operations Maintenance Technician is challenging and requires an individual with excellent organising and communication skills as the role involves:•    Organise team maintenance and required equipment to ensure that operation and maintenance of machinery is completed safely, in the shortest possible time within the time scale demanded by operational necessities•    Monitor staff attendance and take relevant remedial action where necessary•    Monitor the performance of the maintenance team through continual supervision and completion of all documentation as required•    Monitor workflow, be aware of potential problems and take immediate corrective action through delegation, own action or by referral upwards•    Effective liaison with Depot and Operations Managers, Section Leaders and Control Room to resolve difficulties and enquiries•    Ensure smooth transition of traffic across the machine paying attention to Health and Safety•    Timely and accurate completion, on a nightly basis, of all required information recording sheets•    Ensure that all operational and maintenance procedures, as detailed in the Group Operations Manual, available from the Depot Managers Office, are adhered to in order to maintain customer service levels to the required standard•    Ensure that all equipment is returned to its designated area after use.  Ensure the equipment is maintained in a safe and efficient working order and that an adequate system for reporting defective equipment is in useThe ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organised, hold a City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical engineering qualification and have the following skills:•    Knowledge of 16th or 17th Edition electrical regulations•    Proven electrical/mechanical maintenance background •    Ability to read electrical schematic drawings•    Understanding of PLC controlled equipment•    Flexible approach to shift patterns•    Understanding of health and safety legislation •    Full driving licenceIn return for your hard work and commitment you will get a competitive salary, with the opportunity for real career progression and excellent training and development.Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. It’s the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted.At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happens because we do it together.  FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’.FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people...