Workshop Technician

Purpose of the Role
As a Workshop Technician for Origin, you will play a key role in maintaining and repairing coffee equipment in our Leyton workshop. You’ll work closely with the Workshop Manager and other team members across our London, Cornwall, and Bristol locations to ensure our machines are fully operational and meet the highest standards before they are dispatched to customers or field engineers.
This role involves servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing coffee machines, managing stock and parts, and maintaining an organised and efficient workshop environment. You’ll also support field technicians remotely when required and contribute to continuous improvements in our processes.
What You’ll Do
Maintenance & Repairs
- Diagnose, repair, and service a range of speciality coffee machines and grinders, including La Marzocco, Mahlkonig E65/E80/EK, Bunn, and Marco.
- Perform planned preventative maintenance and conduct quality control checks.
- Dismantle machines for repairs, replace parts, and reassemble to ensure full functionality.
- Ensure all workshop repairs meet high-quality standards before dispatch.
Stock & Workflow Management
- Assist with stock control, ensuring the right parts and tools are always available.
- Manage the receipt and dispatch of machines and parts in the workshop.
- Maintain an organised and efficient workspace.
Technical Support & Collaboration
- Work closely with the Workshop Manager and Field Technicians to coordinate repairs.
- Provide remote technical support to field technicians when required.
- Contribute to improving workshop processes and efficiency.
About You
You are a technically skilled and detail-oriented individual who enjoys problem-solving and working with your hands. You thrive in a fast-paced, organised environment where efficiency and precision are key. With a strong sense of responsibility and teamwork, you take pride in ensuring every machine that leaves the workshop is in peak condition.
Values & Mindset
At Origin, we believe in:
- You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in every repair.
- You work well in a team and are always willing to support colleagues.
- You approach challenges with a logical and analytical mindset.
- You care about the longevity of our equipment and reducing waste.
- You understand the importance of a well-run workshop.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a technical, mechanical, or electrical repair role preferable but not essential.
- Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to diagnose faults and repair machinery.
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage workloads.
- Ability to follow technical manuals and use diagnostic tools.
- Basic knowledge of stock control and parts management.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
- Practical communication skills to liaise with colleagues and managers.
Why Join Origin?
At Origin, you’ll be part of a supportive and passionate team that values craftsmanship, sustainability, and collaboration. We provide training and development opportunities to help you grow your technical skills, and of course, you’ll have access to some of the best coffee experiences imaginable.
Everyone is Welcome at Origin
We believe that different perspectives make life richer and more inspiring. At Origin, we welcome everyone with open arms, regardless of race, colour, age, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, parental status, or age. Even if your skills or experience don’t perfectly match a specific role, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique experience could be exactly what we’re looking for.
- Department
- Technical
- Locations
- Leyton, London
- Yearly salary
- £28,808
- Employment type
- Full-time
- End Date
- 07 November, 2025
- Contract Type
- Full Time
About Origin Coffee
Origin is one of Europe’s leading speciality coffee roasters and we are proud of it. For over 20 years, we’ve been building direct relationships with the world’s most progressive coffee producers, roasting with precision, and championing better coffee experiences at every stage.
But we are more than just great coffee. We’re a certified B Corp, a creative force, and a values-led business that believes in doing things correctly from sustainability and sourcing to design, people, and partnerships. Our community is built on substance, not slogans, and we collaborate with those who share our commitment to quality, purpose, and the long game.
How we work at Origin
Everyone at Origin is expected to:
- Act with integrity, fairness, and respect in all interactions.
- Collaborate across teams, sharing knowledge and ideas.
- Take ownership and deliver high-quality work.
- Stay curious and open to learning.
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and positive workplace.