Maintenance Technician

Overview

As a Maintenance Technician based in Dunfermline, Scotland, you will play a crucial role in maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming store environments for customers and colleagues. You'll be part of a skilled team tasked with executing both planned and reactive maintenance across various systems and equipment to ensure smooth operations. Your technical expertise will be pivotal in promptly diagnosing and resolving issues, prioritizing safety, compliance, and quality.

This position demands hands-on involvement, a proactive attitude, strong problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to high standards. Ongoing training and career growth opportunities are provided as you join a widely recognized retail brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate effectively with external contractors to ensure seamless repair processes.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to maintain exceptional service quality.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently while sustaining high energy levels.
• Support management by maintaining equipment and facilities that keep store operations running smoothly.
• Minimize disruption to customers by coordinating maintenance activities sensitively.
• Ensure all Tesco locations remain safe and operational for customers and staff.
• Adhere to planned maintenance schedules with an emphasis on achieving first-time fixes to boost efficiency.
• Share best practices and knowledge within the maintenance team.
• Carry out daily maintenance tasks for store properties and facilities.
• Utilize mobile technology such as phones and tablets to optimize work completion and provide timely updates.
• Uphold the Tesco brand by exemplifying core values focused on customer service, community support, and environmental care.
• Attend local and national meetings, contributing valuable insights.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified with an ONC or equivalent technical certification.
• Possession of a valid full driving license.
• A strong awareness of health and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in using Office 365 applications.
• Digital confidence, comfortable with using tablets to access daily work plans and handle email communication.
• Completion of all relevant technical training and upskilling modules appropriate to capabilities.

Benefits and Perks

• Participation in an annual bonus scheme offering up to 10% of base salary.
• Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days plus one personal day, in addition to bank holidays.
• Generous parental leave policies: up to 26 weeks maternity/adoption leave at full pay (requiring 12 months of service), followed by statutory pay; plus 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave.
• Access to free 24/7 virtual GP services and Employee Assistance Programs supporting mental health and family wellbeing.

Additional Information

Tesco embraces flexibility, with a typical working week comprising approximately 60% onsite work (office or local sites) and 40% remote. The company is committed to inclusive hiring practices as a Disability Confident Leader, ensuring accessible recruitment processes. Employees will hold contracts with Tesco Stores Limited.