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Maintenance Shift Leader - Automated Distribution Centre

About the Role

Lead and innovate at the forefront of warehouse automation technology. As the Maintenance Shift Leader, you'll spearhead the technical operations of the state-of-the-art automated distribution centre, leading a team of skilled engineers across multiple sites driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a safe and effective manner.

The Maintenance Shift Leader will implement the Site Maintenance Managers

instruction with regard to all aspects of the role and ensure that Maintenance team members are fully aware of Health and Safety matters and Risk Assessments that are associated with the job role.

Your Impact

• Drive the success of a cutting-edge automated distribution facility
• Lead and develop a dynamic team of multi-skilled engineering technicians
• Shape the future of warehouse automation technology
• Partner with senior stakeholders to drive innovation and efficiency

What You'll Do

• Support Site Maintenance Manager by providing leadership and day to day supervision of a Maintenance Team, prioritising workload and managing appropriate resources.

• Develop and execute long-term engineering strategies alongside the wider automation management team

• Prioritise repairs, breakdowns and planned preventative maintenance and co-ordinate the maintenance teams' daily/weekly activities while actively planning their workload, taking into consideration operational elements
• Escalate any fault or breakdown that you cannot deal with to the Site Maintenance Manager or Engineering Manager to ensure that operational targets are adjusted or managed as appropriate
• Ensure "maintenance only" areas within the warehouse and other plant and equipment remain clean and to ensure the maintenance stores and workshop areas are kept clean and tidy
• Agree with the Site Maintenance Manager spares stockholding and order maintenance spares and equipment as required
• Maintain all materials handling equipment and ensure an efficient operation of the Building Management System
• Ensure a flexible and common sense approach to Health and Safety notifying Team Managers and/or other staff members of any type of hazard which can be dealt with by the post holder; ensure the safety of others working within the areas of the warehouse
• Ensure full understanding of the objectives contained in the Next Safety Document
• Assist in the completion and review of risk assessments for the department
• Deal with any enquiries relating to possible failures in equipment and relaying these to the necessary department
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures in place ensuring standards are maintained at all times
• Mentor any new starters to the department
• Be prepared to be on-call if necessary, additional payment will be made for this

• Manage sophisticated software systems, server architecture, and networks, assist with implementation of the CMMS system

• Oversee complex automated systems including AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robotics) technology
• Implement best-in-class maintenance strategies to maximise operational efficiency
• Lead preventative maintenance operations while minimising equipment downtime
• Ensure critical spares availability and maintain effective parts management

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong partnerships with depot teams, property teams, and senior technology stakeholders
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships to ensure exceptional service delivery
• Collaborate with peers to identify investment opportunities and implement improvements
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance facility performance

What You'll Bring

Essential Experience

• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• Proven track record in managing automated distribution or manufacturing facilities
• Experience with AMR and advanced automation systems
• Strong background in leading large, multi-skilled engineering teams
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning and implementation

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of automation software systems and network architecture
• Expertise in maintenance planning and optimisation
• Proficiency with EAM systems and Office 365
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Leadership Qualities

• Outstanding team leadership and development skills
• Excellent stakeholder management abilities
• Strong commercial acumen and budget management experience
• Proven track record in driving operational excellence

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead at the cutting edge of warehouse automation technology.
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Regular office hours with flexibility when needed.
• Chance to shape the future of distribution centre operations.
• Competitive compensation package with % bonus, colleague deals
• Join us in driving innovation and excellence in automated distribution technology. Help shape the future of logistics while leading a talented team in a dynamic, technology-driven environment.

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact [email protected]

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