Onsite Maintenance Team Leader - Automated Systems

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Daventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Daventry is seeking an experienced Team Leader to manage the maintenance team within the Sainsburys Distribution Centre. This role focuses on optimizing performance and productivity while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing multi-skilled teams in automated environments, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to conduct root cause analysis. Competitive benefits include medical cover and a wellbeing membership plan.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Medical cover

Wellbeing membership

Career progression opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in managing multi-skilled maintenance teams.
• Experience within a Material Handling System or automated warehousing.
• Proactive approach to fault finding with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the maintenance team to ensure productivity.
• Optimize performance of equipment and staff for operational safety.
• Ensure contract SLAs are achieved and improved consistently.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Strategic planning

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Workload planning and prioritization

Team management

Electro-mechanical skills

PLC diagnostics

Coaching/training

Lean methodologies

Education

Relevant vocational or technical qualifications

ONC/HNC

Job description

A leading technology firm in Daventry is seeking an experienced Team Leader to manage the maintenance team within the Sainsburys Distribution Centre. This role focuses on optimizing performance and productivity while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing multi-skilled teams in automated environments, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to conduct root cause analysis. Competitive benefits include medical cover and a wellbeing membership plan.