Automation Operations Supervisor

Apparel Group

United Arab Emirates

On-site

AED 223,000 - 446,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Job summary

Apparel Group in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Automation Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of automated systems in the distribution facility and ensure uptime and KPI targets. You will coordinate with operations and maintenance teams, lead a technical staff, and drive preventive maintenance and upgrades.

The role requires hands-on experience with PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems, plus a strong leadership and communication skill set.

Qualifications

5–7 years of experience in warehouse automation or engineering roles, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or assistant managerial capacity.
Hands-on experience with warehouse automation systems, PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering; certifications in automation systems or lean operations preferred.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of automated systems (conveyors, sorters, AS/RS, and robotics) within the distribution facility.
Ensure system availability and performance meets operational KPIs (uptime, throughput, cycle time, etc.).
Monitor and coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and disruptions.
Supervise the implementation of preventive maintenance schedules for all automation equipment.
Ensure timely resolution of technical issues by coordinating with internal teams and third-party vendors.
Analyze recurring faults and drive corrective actions to avoid future failures.
Lead and mentor automation engineers, supervisors, and technicians to ensure high standards of technical competency and productivity.
Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure timely and accurate completion of maintenance and improvement projects.
Support training and skill development of the technical team on new systems and safety practices.
Assist in planning and execution of new automation initiatives and upgrades in collaboration with the DC Engineering and IT teams.
Contribute to testing, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and software integrations.
Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and consultants for project execution and documentation.
Ensure that all automation systems operate in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Lead root-cause analysis and safety audits related to automated processes and implement corrective measures.
Maintain SOPs and risk assessments for all automated areas.
Prepare regular reports on equipment performance, maintenance KPIs, downtime incidents, and project progress.
Maintain updated documentation of equipment manuals, logs, and system configurations.
Provide insights and recommendations to senior management for system enhancements and cost optimizations