Skills

Communication JavaScript PHP HTML CSS MySQL Docker Version Control Problem-solving Architecture git jquery laravel react Agile HTML/CSS Nginx

Job Specifications

PHP Developer

Location: Hybrid – Bury, Greater Manchester (BL9 7JR)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive – Based on experience

Schedule: Monday to Friday, Day shifts (No weekends), Flexible working hours (core hours: 9:30 am – 2:00 pm)

About the Role

Crown Oil is seeking a PHP Developer to join our growing in-house development team. You’ll play a vital role in building and maintaining innovative web applications that support our business operations and customer services. Working with modern tools like Laravel, React, MySQL, and nginx, you’ll contribute to key projects that have real impact.

We offer a hybrid working environment (after an initial settling-in period) and the opportunity to collaborate with a friendly and skilled technical team.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain web applications using PHP, Laravel, and React
Collaborate with teams to define technical requirements and improve architecture
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
Debug and resolve performance and functionality issues
Design and optimise MySQL database schemas
Participate in code reviews and follow best coding practices
Stay updated with emerging web technologies and development trends

Required Experience

2+ years of PHP development experience
2+ years with Laravel
2+ years with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery
1+ year with React
Experience with MySQL database design
Familiarity with nginx configuration and performance optimisation
Proficient with Git version control
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred (Not Essential)

Experience with REST APIs
Familiarity with Docker or containerized environments
Understanding of agile development practices

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Company pension
On-site parking
Casual dress code
Staff canteen – discounted/free food
Employee discount and store discounts
Referral programme
Health and wellbeing programme
Regular team events and socials
Hybrid working (after settling in)

Work Authorisation

Must have the right to work in the United Kingdom

Ready to grow your career and contribute to impactful digital solutions?

Apply today to join the Crown Oil development team.

About the Company

We're on a mission to become the UK's leading supplier of alternative fuels. Established in 1947, Crown Oil specialises in a wide range of oils, lubricants and fuel-related products, including red diesel, HVO fuel, heating oil, lubricants & AdBlue. Thanks to our large network of tankers and fuel depots located across the country, we provide a standard 24-48-hour delivery service, so regardless of where you're located, you'll receive the same efficient service. We're also proud to offer 24/7 emergency deliveries outside o... Know more