Kidlington Full-time Perm 40 hours per week THE POWER OF NOW Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company. An opportunity has arisen for a Cell Prep Technician to join the Battery Build department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment. About The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join our fast paced Cell Prep team in Kidlington. Working in a close knit team you will be responsible for handling cells received from our suppliers, characterising, serialising and taping them ready tor application to either prototype or motorsport activity. This role offers excellent growth opportunity for the right individual and can lead into cell specialisms, prototype work or into the World of motorsport. You'll receive dedicated training on specialist tooling, computer systems, as well as safe cell handling; all we ask of you is a strong work ethic, honest, safe, and proactive attitude, with a keen eye for detail and sound knowledge of computer systems. What You Will Do Inspect, test and prepare a variety of cells in accordance with documented procedures. Liaise with the Team Leader / Lead Technician to deliver products to the agreed schedule. Log and report faults and issues found during build, and feed back to the quality management department. Maintain accurate and traceable records into a computer-based system. Ensure strict adherence to quality standards. Use computerised systems to maintain cell prep data integrity for audit purposes. Comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental guidance and regulations. Drive continual improvement of process, work and test instructions. Problem solving - report and resolve issues within the work area. Maintain the working area to acceptable cleanliness standards, adhering to 5S (Sort, Set in order, shine, standardise and sustain). Support other Fortescue Zero programmes as required by the business. About You Excellent communication skills. Organised, precise and pragmatic approach to working. Good working knowledge of proprietary PC software e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Electrical & Mechanical technical knowledge & ability. Able to use initiative and respond quickly to problems. Flexible working approach. Ability to maintain high standards of staff and department presentation, as appropriate for a facility visited by potential customers and other VIP’s. Experience of working in a mechanical or electrical engineering environment would be beneficial, but not essential. What is in it for you? Fortescue Zero bonus scheme Aviva Pension Group Life Assurance Group Income Protection Electric Car Scheme Health Cash Plan Employee Assistance Programme Private Medical Insurance 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year Childcare Benefits Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships Not near-zero Not net-zero. We are Fortescue Zero. Additional Information You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.