POD Engineer

Build the future of food At New Cold, we’re shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers. Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting‑edge technology, we’re not just keeping up with the times - we’re pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world’s food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented people to join our team. If you want to be a part of a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment, join us!

We are seeking a proactive and technically capable POD Engineer to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the automated conveyor systems that interface with trailers, including powered chains, motors, air systems and associated control components. This role delivers planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive fault response and spare parts management for both fixed automation and trailer‑mounted equipment. It plays a key part in maximising uptime, maintaining compliance with site and OEM standards, and supporting the smooth flow of goods through the automated loading process.

Opportunities available at Scarborough, Leeming Bar and Hull. Please indicate upon application which location you are applying for.

5 over 7 contract with core pattern Monday to Friday – Day shift 08:00-17:00. Occasional weekend working.

Intermittent travel expected across all UK New Cold sites and customer locations to support maintenance and operational requirements. Where travel is required, hotel accommodation will be arranged with your line manager; costs to be covered by the business along with associated travel expenses.

• Maintain and service automated conveyor systems feeding trailers, including motors, gearboxes, chains, rollers, sprockets, bearings and transfer units.
• Support automation interfaces between warehouse systems and trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and pneumatic faults at conveyor–trailer handover points.
• Deliver full PPM servicing of trailers, including powered floor systems, motors and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect air pressure lines, valves, hoses and connectors; conduct condition checks during docked and undocked periods.
• Identify wear trends and recommend component replacements ahead of failure; carry out cleaning of trailers as required.
• Execute structured PPM schedules (daily/weekly inspections, monthly servicing, quarterly checks, annual overhauls) and record all PPM activity in the site CMMS or maintenance logs.
• Provide first‑line reactive breakdown support for automation and trailer systems; troubleshoot faults quickly to minimise downtime; support recovery plans following major failures.
• Manage on‑site spare parts inventory for conveyors and trailer systems; maintain accurate stock levels, monitor usage trends, forecast future demand; raise replenishment requests and support standardisation of parts to reduce SKU complexity and cost.
• Work in line with LOTO and site safety procedures; identify reliability risks and propose improvement actions; support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce breakdown frequency; provide technical feedback to operations and engineering management.

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Experience working with pneumatics, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Competence in PPMs and structured maintenance routines.
• Ability to work with OEM equipment and documentation.
• Experience with inventory tracking for engineering spare parts.
• Understanding of LOTO procedures.
• Comfortable working in sub‑zero freezer conditions of –19°C and below.