Automation Engineering Manager

Job Description

We�re opening a stateoftheart, highspec Distribution Centre in Hinckley, one of the most strategically important logistics locations in the UK � and we�re on the lookout for an exceptional Automation Engineering Manager to help bring it to life.

In this pivotal role, you�ll lead all aspects of engineering across one of Tesco�s most advanced automated sites, while taking full ownership of a multimillionpound budget and shaping the future of our engineering capability.

�The Hiring Manager for this vacancy is Iain Spencer�

• Managing one of Tesco�s most technologically advanced automated Distribution Centres, setting and maintaining the highest of engineering standards.
• Playing a key role in Tesco�s UK automation engineering team, contributing to longterm strategy and direction.
• Influencing how automation evolves across the network as we expand our capabilities and modernise our distribution model.
• Ensure strong automation maintenance routines, minimising downtime and managing an effective pipeline of parts, critical spares and repairs.
• Working closely with vendors and contractors to deliver all planned and compliance maintenance activities to the highest standard and within agreed timescales.
• Driving continuous Improvement & Investment Planning ��collaborating with senior automation peers to identify where investment is needed and lead the planning and execution of improvement work.
• Oversee capacity planning and workload management, ensuring the team is set up for success through strong, proactive maintenance scheduling.
• Developing trusted, effective relationships across the business and communicate clearly with all stakeholders.

• Automation & AMR expertise at an operational management level, ideally within a fastpaced or hightech environment.
• Strong senior leadership experience, confident working with senior stakeholders (DCMs, GMs, Directors).
• Proven ability to lead large, multiskilled engineering teams, including automation specialists across complex areas like RSU and chilled chambers.
• Excellent people leadership skills, able to inspire, coach and develop highperforming teams.
• Exceptional stakeholder and relationship management, influencing effectively across the business.
• Solid financial and commercial acumen, with experience managing multimillionpound budgets.
• Engineering degree (or equivalent) with significant experience in highly automated distribution or operational environments.
• Strategic mindset, contributing to longterm planning and working closely with senior engineering leaders.
• Adaptive, dynamic working style, able to lead both onsite and remotely.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance and legal requirements within a distribution centre environment.

You might know us as a supermarket, technology company or even for our award-winning mobile network. Truth is, we�re all of those things, and much more. Our colleagues work with one goal in mind, helping to make every day a little better for our customers, colleagues and communities all over the world. No two customers are the same, neither are our colleagues.

At Tesco, we champion a balance that lets you thrive both in and out of work. Spend 60% of your week collaborating with colleagues at our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. Whether you're just kicking off your career, juggling passions, or navigating big life events, we're here to support you. We always welcome a conversation about flexible working, so talk to us throughout your application about how we can support.

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