Engineering Operations Support Specialist
We’re Kingfisher, A team made up of over 74,000 passionate people who bring Kingfisher – and all our other brands: B&Q, Screwfix, Brico Depot, Castorama and Koctas to life. Guided by our purpose Better Homes. Better Lives. For Everyone. We believe a better world starts with better homes, and we work every day to make that a reality. Join us and help shape the future of home improvement.
The role
As an Engineering Operations Support Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in keeping Engineering teams running efficiently. Supporting Engineering Business Operations, you’ll ensure the accuracy of operational data, documentation, and reporting, while helping to streamline processes through automation and effective coordination. Working closely with leaders and stakeholders, you’ll provide essential operational and administrative support that enables smarter decision‑making and the successful delivery of key business activities.
Please note that this role can be based in either Southampton or Paddington with an expectation of four days per month in the office.
- Drive Data Quality & Insights – Maintain accurate Engineering data, improve data integrity through regular reviews and clean‑up activities, and leverage AI to enhance reporting, accuracy, and decision‑making.
- Deliver Process Automation & Continuous Improvement – Identify opportunities to streamline processes, gather business requirements, and implement AI‑driven and automated solutions that reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.
- Partner with Engineering Stakeholders – Collaborate with Engineering leaders, managers, and business stakeholders to coordinate activities, gather requirements, and deliver practical solutions that support business objectives.
- Support Operational Excellence – Provide day‑to‑day support across key Engineering processes, including OKRs, performance reviews, promotions, onboarding, licensing, vendor management, purchase orders, and system updates.
- Manage Documentation & Governance – Create and maintain high‑quality documentation, playbooks, user guides, and SharePoint content, ensuring information remains accurate, accessible, and aligned with policies and standards.
- Provide Technical & Administrative Support – Assist with troubleshooting operational and technical issues, support tool adoption, and ensure teams can work effectively and efficiently.
- Enhance Employee Engagement & Recognition – Coordinate recognition programmes, administer the Kudos platform, and support the successful delivery of Engineering events, town halls, and key team forums.
- Foster Collaboration & Capability Building – Work closely across Engineering Business Management to share knowledge, promote cross‑training, and reduce operational dependencies through effective knowledge transfer.
- Develop Reporting & Analytical Capabilities – Stay current with emerging technologies, including AI and Microsoft Power Platform, and contribute to enhanced reporting, analytics, and business insights.
- Coordinate Business Operations & Events – Support the planning and execution of Engineering events and provide broader administrative assistance to ensure the smooth running of Engineering Business Operations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Strong technology skills, with the ability to pick up new systems quickly.
- Process improvement
- Microsoft Power Platforms (including power automate)
- Familiarity with data analysis and BI tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with stakeholders at different levels of the organisation.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Experience in administrative support within an engineering or similar technical environment, with an understanding of engineering processes and documentation requirements.
- Candidates should be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Basic SQL skills.
How We Work
We believe in flexibility and balance. Our hybrid model blends home working for focus with time spent connecting and collaborating – whether in our offices or at offsite locations. On average within our Engineering team – 20% of your time involving in‑person collaboration.
What We Offer
An inclusive environment where your potential is limited only by your imagination. We encourage new ideas, support experimentation, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self. Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at Kingfisher here.
We also offer a competitive benefits package and plenty of opportunities to stretch and grow your career.
Diversity & Inclusion
Our customers come from all walks of life – and so do we. We’re committed to ensuring all colleagues, future colleagues, and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, gender, marital or civil partnership status, ethnicity, culture, religion, belief, political opinion, disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
Private Health Care
Opportunity to receive up to family level cover with AXA. Join within three months of starting or at annual renewal in April. (This benefit is subject to Benefit In Kind taxation).
Kingfisher Pension Scheme
Immediate eligibility through auto‑enrolment. Contribute 8% to receive a max 14% from the Company.
25 Days’ Holiday
25 days per annum plus bank holidays as stated in your contract (pro rated for part time colleagues).
Staff Discount
20% discount at B&Q and Screwfix. Eligible after 3 months service.
Kingfisher Share Incentive Plan (SIP)
Share ownership in a tax efficient way. Save between £10 to £150 per month. Join at any time once three months service is reached.
Life Assurance
x4 Salary plus benefit equal to value of your Retirement Account (if an active member of KPS-MP) or x1 Salary if not active member.
Bonus
Competitive bonus scheme that aligns to work level of role.
Kingfisher Share Save
Save with the option to buy Kingfisher plc shares at the end of a 3 or 5 year period. Offered annually. Three months service is required at the annual invitation date, normally in October.
Our Behaviours
At Kingfisher, we are united by our 6 core behaviours
Constantly improving our customer experience
Acting with humanity and care
Be curious
Thriving on learning, thinking beyond the obvious
Be inclusive
Acting inclusively in diverse teams to achieve together
Be agile
Working with trust, pace and agility
Be accountable
Championing the plan to deliver results and growth
Our employees know us best. We wouldn’t be Kingfisher without them. So, we want to share what they think with you.
Development and progression is a high priority at Kingfisher, I’ve always felt well supported.
I’m proud to work for Kingfisher, I’ve had great opportunities that have enabled me to contribute to an exciting forward-thinking company.
Training & Development
There are so many ways you can grow, learn, and develop here at Kingfisher. At whatever pace suits you.
Conversations with senior leaders
Resources and tools to help you grow
Improving without instruments to help you learn is near impossible. That’s why we make sure you have everything at your fingertips to find exactly what you need to keep growing.
Initiatives that measure development
With plans that ask you what you want to achieve and when you want to achieve them by, tracking progress and keeping development at the forefront of conversation is easy.
Find your path
The scale of group functions within Kingfisher is huge. That means you have the chance to build different career paths within multiple areas of the organisation.
Sharing is caring
We aren’t selfish here at Kingfisher. Whatever your level of experience, you’ll work with colleagues who are always welcoming and ready to share their knowledge whenever you need it.
Reach for the stars
So your ambitions are high? Good thing we have opportunities to find experiences in line with more senior roles and responsibilities. Here, you can evolve your career, no matter your level.
Why Kingfisher
We’re an innovative, international retailer on a journey to actively make a difference. Always striving to take that next step. You can be part of the difference. From bottom to top you can progress in a collaborative environment. So, why not Kingfisher?
Ready to get started?
Southampton | London
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