Compliance Engineer Manager

JDEMEA; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading omni-channel retailer is seeking a Compliance Engineer Manager to ensure compliance issues are resolved with engineering and automation equipment. The role involves defining maintenance strategies, managing preventive maintenance, and enhancing technical knowledge of equipment. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 3 years of experience in compliance engineering. The position is based permanently at the Kingsway facility in Rochdale.

Benefits

Staff discounts on JD Group brands

Personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a compliance engineer.
• Proficiency in report writing, analysis, and compliance procedures.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define maintenance and upgrade strategies for automated equipment.
• Manage preventive maintenance according to manufacturer instructions.
• Monitor engineering job orders and define KPIs.

Skills

Report writing

Compliance procedures

Technical knowledge of automation equipment

Safety standards understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

Established in 1981 with a single store in the Northwest of England, the JD Group is a leading omni-channel retailer of Sports Fashion, Outdoors, and Gyms, with colleagues working in stores across several retail fascias in many markets worldwide.

JD Sports Fashion Plc was listed on the London Stock Exchange in 1996, has been a FTSE100 publicly quoted company since 2019, and continues to grow both in the UK and internationally.

We aim to be the leading global omnichannel retailer in the sports and outdoor industry. To contribute to this goal, you should be committed to our strategic objectives of being a people-led, innovative, and customer-focused organization that delivers operational excellence and explores new growth areas.

Compliance Engineer Manager

Role

Reporting to the Head of Engineering and Automation, the Compliance Engineer Manager is responsible for resolving all compliance issues related to engineering and automation equipment. This includes creating and executing compliance programs, documentation, and recommending process improvements.

Kingsway facility is a highly automated, 1,000,000+ sq ft site with equipment from various suppliers, including miniload, shuttle, GTP, Rotapick, sorter, and conveyors. It operates 24/7, handling millions of units monthly.

Responsibilities

• Define maintenance, renewal, and upgrade strategies for automated equipment to ensure performance, quality, and availability.
• Manage preventive maintenance (PPM) according to manufacturer instructions, ensuring proper execution by the engineering team.
• Enhance technical knowledge of the facility, improving equipment and maintenance plans to ensure compliance and minimal operational impact.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and safety standards such as PUWER, LOLER, COSHH, Machinery Directives, British and DIN Standards, BS7671 18th Edition.
• Monitor engineering job orders, define KPIs, and implement metrics to improve team performance.
• Lead health and safety procedures within the engineering team, promoting safety objectives.
• Establish and track automation and compliance indicators like OEE, ROI, ISO, FEM.
• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers regarding compliance and safety instructions for equipment maintenance and use.

Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or similar field.
• At least 3 years of experience as a compliance engineer.
• Proficiency in report writing, analysis, and compliance procedures.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks.
• Strong technical knowledge of retail intralogistics automation equipment and technology.
• Position based permanently at Kingsway facility.

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We value our colleagues' dedication and offer benefits such as staff discounts on JD Group and other brands, along with personal development opportunities.

Thank you for your time.

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Other details

• Job Family: Head Office Lead
• Pay Type: Salary
• Employment Indicator: Permanent

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