Operations Technician - Shift

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Job Title : : Operations Technician - Shift
Job Reference : : 72257BR
Location : : Pangborne, United Kingdom
Salary : : tbc
Posted on : : Sun Jun 14, 2026
Apply before : : Tue Jul 14, 2026
Job Type : : Permanant/Staff
Experience required : : 3 years - 6 years
Job category: : Engineering/Manufacturing
 
 Job Description

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Operations Technician - Shift
Req ID 72257BR Job category Research & Technology Sub-category Research, Development & Technology Countries (State/Region) United Kingdom - South East Location Pangbourne Apply now
Role synopsis

An integral member of the Operations team working a 24-7 shift pattern to support of the on-going projects within Product Performance that are associated with:

    Product development
    Product performance demonstration
    Providing the engineering information which facilitates the differentiation of our products

Key accountabilities

    The individual will operate, maintain and where experience allows, install unique engine test systems
    In certain cases where work load demands, the individual may be required to assist with the operation and maintenance of additional vehicle, transmission and rig tests
    Supporting engine test programs through engine build, disassembly, problem solving and fault diagnosis
    Work closely with the engineering team to support of a variety of technical projects
    Where experience allows contribute to test results analysis and reporting
    Assist in maintaining the high skill and knowledge level within team through individual training, training of others and sharing of information

Key HSSE Accountabilities

    Comply with BP and Product Performance HSE rules and procedures, at all times making safety the first priority
    Ensure HSSE rules, procedures and compliance tasks are met within areas of responsibility
    Ensure safe working for themselves and those around them

Essential Education

    NVQ Level 3 in an automotive discipline or equivalent plus relevant competence and experience is expected for this role

Essential experience and job requirements

    A specialist in engine testing or an automotive technician, working in a technical role with an emphasis on operations
    Working knowledge of automotive engine and transmission design and function
    NVQ Level 3 in an automotive discipline or equivalent plus relevant competence and experience is expected for this role
    Ability to work autonomously, managing multiple tasks, understanding priorities and ensure timely execution of required tasks

Technical Competencies

    Applied Engineering Skills; 2 Basic
    Knowledge of Testing Systems; 2 Basic
    Measurement, Analysis and Reporting; 2 Basic
    Quality; 2 Basic
    Project Management; 2 Basic

Values and Behaviours
Safety

    Demonstrate personal responsibility for the safety and well-being of everyone around me
    Respect the capabilities of those in safety-critical roles and listen to their advice

Respect

    Build strong relationships based on trust and honest discussion

Excellence

    Pursue systematic management through standardization, clarification and the elimination of defects

Courage

    Aim to create enduring value despite the short term pressures I face

One Team

    Enable others to trust me by delivering on my accountabilities and standing by decisions when they are made

Other Requirements (e.g. Travel, Location)

Product Performance has a wide variety of interactions that span the full product range of fuel and lubricant applications across the automotive, industrial, marine and energy sectors. The Operations Technician role is UK based in support of fuel and lubricant product delivery across the globe, with a strategic planning horizon of up to 5 years.
Desirable criteria & qualifications

    Use of Microsoft Office to an intermediate level

Relocation available

No
Travel required

No
Is this a part time position?

No
About BP

Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

Formulated Products Technology (FPT) comprises over 800 staff world-wide. The Global Lubricants Technology (GLT) entity includes Automotive, Aviation, Industrial and Marine and Energy lubricant technology, as well as Global Product Stewardship (GPS). Global Fuels Technology (GFT) comprises Fuels, Coke, Bitumen and Hydrogen technology.

Pangbourne is the centre of a global network of fuels and lubricants technology centers around the world. Key lubricant product ranges include engine oils, brake fluids and anti-freezes for cars, trucks and motorbikes, as well as fluids and greases for shipping and industrial applications. Other major product development centers for lubricants are in Neuhof (Germany) where all BP's transmission and axle oils are developed, Naperville (US) and Mönchengladbach (Germany), where specialized industrial fluids such as cutting oils and metal forming fluids are formulated. In Wadala (India) the next generation of lubricants for cars, motorcycles and trucks is being developed. The Technology Centre in Shanghai (China) provides technical services for automotive, industrial and marine lubricants. Smaller satellite technology centers provide local technical support to the lubricants businesses and manufacturing operations in the regions.

BP’s Fuels Value Chains (FVCs) supply transportation fuels to markets in North America, Europe, Southern Africa, Australia and New Zealand. In addition to the Pangbourne site, Fuels teams are also based in Naperville (US), Bochum (Germany) and Cape Town (South Africa), where they provide direct support to the regional Fuels Value Chain businesses.
Segment

Downstream
Closing Date

03-Jun-2016
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