Maintenance Technician

Position Overview

As a Maintenance Technician based in Milton Keynes and nearby locations, you will be crucial in maintaining a safe, operational, and welcoming environment across Tesco stores. Your expertise will support both planned and reactive maintenance tasks on various systems and equipment, ensuring smooth daily operations and a positive shopping experience for thousands of customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate effectively with external contractors to facilitate repair work without disrupting store operations.
• Collaborate closely with teammates to uphold high-quality service standards.
• Manage multiple duties while sustaining strong energy and efficiency throughout your tasks.
• Support store management by maintaining equipment and facilities to guarantee smooth running premises.
• Minimize customer inconvenience by organizing repairs with limited disruption.
• Maintain all Tesco sites as safe, fully functioning environments for customers and colleagues.
• Adhere to scheduled maintenance plans aiming for first-time fix success to boost efficiency and productivity.
• Share best practices and technical knowledge within the team to improve overall performance.
• Handle general day-to-day maintenance tasks related to store and property upkeep.
• Utilize mobile devices like phones and tablets to optimize work execution and update status in real-time.
• Represent Tesco's brand values by maintaining professionalism, positive attitude, and pride in your uniform.
• Attend meetings at both local and national levels to contribute feedback and engage with wider maintenance initiatives.
• Support and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Candidate Requirements

• Prior experience in maintenance, engineering, or construction roles.
• Qualifications such as ONC or an equivalent certification.
• Valid full driving license.
• Strong awareness of health and safety practices.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Office 365 applications.
• Comfort using digital tools including tablets for managing work schedules and communications.
• Completion of relevant technical training and upskilling modules suited to your abilities.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme offering up to 10% of base salary.
• A starting holiday allowance of 25 days plus one personal day, in addition to bank holidays.
• Comprehensive maternity and adoption leave policies, including 26 weeks full pay after 12 months of service, plus statutory pay options; six weeks fully paid paternity leave.
• Access to a free 24/7 virtual GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme supporting you and your family, and resources for mental wellbeing experts.

About Tesco

Tesco is more than a supermarket; it is a technology leader and provider of award-winning mobile networks. Our workforce shares a commitment to improving lives for customers, colleagues, and communities worldwide. We encourage a balance between office-based collaboration (60% of the week) and remote working, emphasizing flexibility to accommodate personal needs and life circumstances.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, ensuring our recruitment is inclusive and accessible. We welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion completely but are motivated to join our team.