Operations Maintenance Technician

Company:

GBJ FedEx Express UK Transportation Limited

Address:

Kingsbury Link Industrial Estate, Trinity Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date

9-Jul-2026

Posting Close Date:

30-Sept-2026

Job 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 stations/Hubs in Kingsbury and Lount require a qualified and motivated individual to join the operations maintenance team within the station as a Skilled Technician. 

Hours: 40 per week.
Shifts: Shifts Sunday night 18:00 to 02:30. Monday 14:00 to 20:30. Tues to Thurs - 11:00 to 19:30.
Salary: £21.68 per hour. Premia paid for Twilight shift allowance of £2.33 per hour (19.00pm and 22.00pm), Night shift allowance of £2.82 (22:00pm to 06:00am). Premium not paid if sick.

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.

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 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 use

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, organised, hold a City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent and have the following skills:
• Knowledge of 17th or 18th 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 licence

In 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 first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all
 
Our Company
FedEx Express is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.
 
Our Philosophy
The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people.
Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.
 
Our Culture
Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.