Automation Operations Supervisor

4 weeks ago

Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

Company Overview

Frasers Group is revolutionizing the retail landscape. Originating as a modest sports shop in 1982, we have evolved into a conglomerate of some of the most renowned brands globally. Our Distribution Centre serves as the operational backbone of the Group, employing over 5,000 individuals across various sectors including sports, lifestyle, fashion, and luxury.

We are in search of an Automation Operations Supervisor to join our cutting-edge 2.5 million square foot Distribution Centre. This facility, equivalent to over 30 football pitches, stands as one of the most sophisticated warehouses in the UK. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals who thrive on responsibility and accountability, particularly during a transformative phase within our organization, where embracing Frasers Group values is paramount.

Role Overview

In this position, you will lead and manage the Automation Team, ensuring minimal downtime and maximizing the availability of automated systems during your shift. Your technical expertise and dedication to service excellence will be crucial in supporting operations, as you employ a diverse skill set to enhance performance and reliability. The role entails a balanced focus, with 50% of your time dedicated to team leadership and the remaining 50% to hands-on maintenance tasks.

You will report directly to the Engineering Manager.

  • Overseeing and coordinating the activities of your shift team through effective planning and organization.
  • Providing training, coaching, and mentorship to your shift team.
  • Conducting performance evaluations, including formal reviews.
  • Analyzing data to maintain and enhance operational efficiency in alignment with key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Promoting safe working practices.
  • Performing maintenance and servicing on all automated equipment on-site.
  • Executing both planned and reactive repairs on automated material handling systems, including conveyors and robotics.
  • Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults.
  • Responding promptly to automation issues and breakdowns to ensure minimal disruption.
  • Actively working to enhance automation performance.
  • Completing reports in accordance with requirements using CMMS and Microsoft software.
  • Supporting service tracking and analyzing error rates, contributing to corrective action plans.
  • Adhering to health and safety regulations and overseeing hazardous tasks.
  • Leading shift handover meetings and participating in other site meetings as necessary.
  • Maintaining effective communication with the Automation Manager and Head of Automation.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a leadership role within an automation environment.
  • Relevant engineering qualifications.
  • A mindset focused on continuous improvement, always seeking ways to optimize automation operations.
  • Strong communication skills, capable of building relationships with both technical and non-technical personnel.
  • An inspiring leader who can coach and guide their team towards success, including managing difficult conversations and performance issues.

Additional Insights

Opportunities like this at Frasers Group are for those who are bold and ambitious. The potential for growth is significant, and the experience is unparalleled. To fully leverage this opportunity, you should embody our core principles:

  • Think without limits and inspire your team.
  • Own it and have confidence in your abilities.
  • Be relevant to people, partners, and the planet.

  • Automation Operations Supervisor

    4 weeks ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job OverviewAs the Automation Operations Supervisor, you will lead and manage the Automation Team, ensuring optimal performance and availability of automated systems during your shift. Your role will involve a blend of technical guidance and hands-on maintenance, dedicating equal time to team leadership and direct maintenance tasks.This position reports...

  • Automation Team Leader

    3 weeks ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About Frasers Group Frasers Group is a leading retail company with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands across sports, lifestyle, fashion, and luxury sectors. Our state-of-the-art distribution center in Shirebrook, one of the most advanced warehouses in the UK, serves as the logistical hub for our operations. The Role: Automation Team Leader We are seeking...

  • Shift Automation Manager

    3 months ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom FRASERS GROUP Full time

    You will provide management and leadership to the Automation Team. Directing the team to minimise downtime and ensure uptime and availability of the installed automated equipment on site during their shift. Through technical leadership and a commitment to service quality, you will support the operation by utilising a broad range of skills, taking a proactive...

  • Automation Shift Manager

    1 day ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleFrasers Group is seeking an experienced Automation Shift Manager to join our team at our state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Shirebrook. As a key member of our Automation team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the activities of your shift team, ensuring the efficient operation of automated equipment and minimizing...

  • Automation Shift Manager

    23 hours ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleFrasers Group is seeking an experienced Automation Shift Manager to join our team at our state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Shirebrook. As a key member of our Automation team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the activities of your shift team, ensuring the efficient operation of automated equipment and minimizing...

  • Automation Shift Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Frasers Group is seeking a dedicated and experienced Automation Shift Manager to lead our engineering team at our state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Shirebrook. This newly scoped role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a period of cultural change and elevation within the company, embracing Frasers Group values in everything you do. As the...

  • Flow Operations Specialist

    1 day ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a Flow Operations Specialist, you'll partner with the on-site operations team, ensuring the smooth system and product flow to exceed operational KPIs across designated areas, working closely with warehouse operatives, flow room colleagues, shift and section managers, supervisors, trainee supervisors and the IT, and engineering teams.Key...

  • Flow Operations Specialist

    23 hours ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job DescriptionAs a Flow Operations Specialist, you'll partner with the on-site operations team, ensuring the smooth system and product flow to exceed operational KPIs across designated areas, working closely with warehouse operatives, flow room colleagues, shift and section managers, supervisors, trainee supervisors and the IT, and engineering teams.Key...

  • Automation Shift Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About Frasers Group Frasers Group is a leading global retailer with a diverse portfolio of brands across Sports, Luxury and Lifestyle sectors. We are committed to creating an exceptional customer experience and driving innovation within the retail industry. The Role: Automation Shift Lead We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Automation Shift...

  • Shift Automation Specialist

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Imperium Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Maintenance Operations Engineer to join our client's dynamic team at their busy distribution centre. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of automated systems and responding to breakdowns in a timely manner.Key Responsibilities:Implement and maintain planned maintenance...

  • Shift Automation Specialist

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Imperium Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a skilled Maintenance Operations Engineer to join our client's dynamic team at their busy distribution centre. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of automated systems and responding to breakdowns in a timely manner.Key Responsibilities:Implement and maintain planned maintenance...

  • Flow Room Operations Specialist

    1 day ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Flow Room Technician to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of systems and products across designated areas.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the on-site operations team to optimize system and product flow, exceeding...

  • Flow Room Operations Specialist

    23 hours ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Flow Room Technician to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of systems and products across designated areas.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the on-site operations team to optimize system and product flow, exceeding...

  • Warehouse Operations Coordinator

    5 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Flow Room Technician to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of systems and products across our designated areas.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the on-site operations team to optimize system and product...

  • Warehouse Operations Coordinator

    6 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Flow Room Technician to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our operations team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of systems and products across our designated areas.Key ResponsibilitiesPartner with the on-site operations team to optimize system and product...

  • Maintenance Shift Manager

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our automation team, you will be responsible for leading the maintenance and repair of our automated equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the maintenance and repair of...

  • Maintenance Shift Manager

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our automation team, you will be responsible for leading the maintenance and repair of our automated equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the maintenance and repair of...

  • Maintenance Shift Manager

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the maintenance activities of our automated equipment, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Management:...

  • Maintenance Shift Manager

    2 days ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the maintenance activities of our automated equipment, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Management:...

  • Maintenance Shift Manager

    19 hours ago

    Shirebrook, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Frasers Group Full time

    Job DescriptionAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at Frasers Group. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the maintenance activities of our automated equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.Key ResponsibilitiesManage...