Engineering Operations Lead - 24/7 Shift

Ocado Logistics; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Tamworth is seeking an Engineering Operations Manager to lead a multi-skilled engineering team within a highly automated environment. This role involves coaching over 50 colleagues while driving continuous improvement and safety standards. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and technical credibility. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a pension plan, private medical cover, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Pension plan with employer contributions

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support programs

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing large teams.
• Proven ability to influence and motivate through leadership.
• Strong technical credibility in mechanical and electrical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-skilled engineering function of around 50 colleagues.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean principles.
• Manage day-to-day technical troubleshooting across automation systems.

Skills

People-oriented leadership

Technical troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Health and safety compliance

Excellent communication

Resilience and adaptability

Education

HNC Engineering or equivalent

Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

Electrical and/or mechanical skills (NVQ 3)

Job description

A leading logistics firm in Tamworth is seeking an Engineering Operations Manager to lead a multi-skilled engineering team within a highly automated environment. This role involves coaching over 50 colleagues while driving continuous improvement and safety standards. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills and technical credibility. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a pension plan, private medical cover, and employee discounts.