Maintenance Shift Lead – Industrial Automation

KION Group; Stanford-le-Hope; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Development

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Pay Transparency

Global Opportunities

Job summary

Dematic is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of maintenance technicians in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment at our UK site. You will ensure maintenance plans are executed on time, maintain CMMS records, and oversee procurement of tools and spares while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires strong knowledge of automatic systems, PLCs, and preventive maintenance schedules, with a track record in team leadership and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of automatic systems and control concepts.
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical/electronic manuals and drawings.
• Knowledge of PLC equipment and safety standards.
• Experience in managing maintenance teams and site safety.
• Familiarity with CMMS and maintenance reporting.
• Understanding of pre-preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Health & Safety legislation at all times.
• Manage H&S systems and processes; ensure adherence.
• Plan, execute and monitor the maintenance plan.
• Carry out AMHE equipment servicing per manuals and schedules.
• Ensure CMMS records are accurate and reports generated.
• Lead and manage a team of maintenance technicians & shift patterns.
• Monitor site inventory and control costs of maintenance.
• Perform scheduled repairs per manufacturer recommendations.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical/electrical/electronic/PLC systems with support.
• Represent the company professionally and maintain customer relations.
• Oversee recruitment, training and development of Dematic staff.
• Capacity and capability planning short/medium/long term.
• Annual appraisal of direct reports.

Skills

Health & Safety compliance

Automatic systems understanding

PLC equipment knowledge

PC literacy

PPM schedules & maintenance planning

Team leadership

Conveyor systems experience

Quality & safety standards

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

Dematic is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team of maintenance technicians in a fast-paced, safety‑driven environment at our UK site. You will ensure maintenance plans are executed on time, maintain CMMS records, and oversee procurement of tools and spares while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires strong knowledge of automatic systems, PLCs, and preventive maintenance schedules, with a track record in team leadership and safety compliance.