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Join Origin, an innovative B Corp certified coffee roaster, as a Field and Workshop Technician and fuel your passion for coffee and machinery
Overview
Salary
£27500
Location
Leyton, London
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary: Embark on an exciting journey with Origin, a pioneering UK coffee roaster with twenty years of heritage. With a deep commitment to sustainability and quality, Origin stands out with its B Corp certification and a triple-bottom-line approach. Celebrating the art of coffee from farm to cup, Origin is on a growth trajectory, aiming to share its passion for speciality coffee and superior hospitality with an ever-expanding audience.
Role Summary:Perform maintenance on customer coffee machines both on-site in London - Leyton, and in the workshop.Handle goods receipt, complete necessary paperwork, and prepare machines for dispatch.Conduct preventative maintenance, replace parts, and ensure clean functionality of machine components.Manage workflow, prioritize tasks, and provide support in maintaining customer machines.Benefit from developmental opportunities, with training provided by experienced staff.Use a provided hybrid van for work purposes, with support from a skilled team.
Role Requirements:Mechanical experience is advantageous but not mandatory, as comprehensive training is provided.Barista or espresso machine knowledge is a plus, with additional training available if needed.Capability to work both independently and collaboratively, upholding company values.Understanding of goods-in and goods-out processes is ideal.Keen attention to detail and adherence to company systems and processes.Strong time management and organisational skills across both digital and hands-on tasks.Flexibility for early morning or late evening work, as required.Excellent verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor.A full UK Driving License is necessary.
Benefits:
- Annual salary of £27,500.
- Continuous upskilling opportunities, with access to in-house and external training.
- Use of a hybrid van for work purposes, supported by an experienced team.
About Origin We’ve come a long way since 2004—and we’re just getting started. As one of the longest-standing coffee roasters on UK shores, now twenty years old, the love of coffee fuels everything we do. We’re on an ambitious growth journey, striving to deliver our unique take on speciality coffee and hospitality to more people than ever before. Origin is bound by one central ethos - the sourcing of incredible coffee through a sustainable, triple-bottom-line approach. Our coffee celebrates the work and commitment of the entire supply chain - from the country and landscape to the farmers, pickers, and producers. Proudly B Corp certified, we’re always striving for better ways to do business and make sure to share our journey with our customers every step of the way.
The role As the Field and Workshop Technician, you'll be based in London - Leyton, with primary responsibilities for maintaining customer coffee machines both on-site and in the workshop. Duties include receipting goods, completing paperwork, dismantling machines for repair, troubleshooting, performing preventative maintenance, replacing parts, and preparing machines for dispatch and installation. You'll also clean parts to ensure proper functionality. This role involves managing a constant workflow, prioritising tasks, and supporting the field team in maintaining customer machines. It's a developmental position, with 1-2 days in the workshop and the rest in the field. You may also reinstall equipment you've serviced. Training includes time with our Workshop Coordinator and Senior Technician, followed by independent work. We offer regular upskilling sessions, both in-house and external. A hybrid van is provided for work use, with ongoing support from our experienced team.
Job requirements Mechanical experience is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided. Barista training is beneficial, as familiarity with espresso machines is valuable, but training will be provided if needed. Demonstrable experience working independently and as part of a team aligned with core values and business objectives. Ideally, understanding of the goods-in and goods-out process. Acute attention to detail with the ability to identify anomalies and mistakes. Ability to follow company systems and processes. Strong time management skills. Efficiency, effectiveness, and organisation in both digital and practical tasks. Flexibility and reliability, with the ability to handle early mornings or late evenings as needed. Ability to work independently, building rapport and relationships with key suppliers and colleagues. Excellent verbal communication skills, with a friendly, professional, and accommodating manner. Full UK Driving License.
Benefits Yearly salary £27,500. Regular upskilling sessions, both in-house and external. A hybrid van is provided for work use, with ongoing support from our experienced team.
