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At Frasers Group were rethinking retail. Through digital innovation and unique store experiences, were serving our consumers with the worlds best sports, premium and luxury brands globally. As a leader in the industry, were elevating the retail experience for our consumers through our collection of established brands, including Sports Direct, FLANNELS, USC, Frasers, and GAME.Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.Why join us?Our vision- we are building the worlds most admired and compelling brand ecosystemOur purpose we are elevating the lives of the many with access to the worlds best brands and experiencesAt Frasers Group, we fear less and do more. Our people are forward thinkers who are driven to operate outside of their comfort zone to change the future of retail, embracing challenges along the way. The potential to elevate your career is massive, the experience unrivalled. To be able to make the most of it you need to live and breathe our principles:Think without limits - Think fast, think fearlessly, and take the team with youOwn it and back yourself - Own the basics, own your role and own the resultsBe relevant - Relevant to our people, our partners and the planetAre you ready to join the Fearless?Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Maintenance Shift Manager to be based in our impressive state of the art 2.5m square foot Distribution Centre in Shirebrook, that's over 30 Football pitches, and is one of the most advanced warehouses within the UK. An excellent opportunity for candidates who are motivated by responsibility and accountability in this newly scoped role during a period of cultural change and elevation - embracing Frasers Group values in everything you do!You will provide management and leadership to the Engineering 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 approach to improving performance and reliability. You will be expected to spend 50% of time leading the team and 50% of time engaged on hands on maintenance activities.Managing and coordinating the activities of your shift team, through effective planning and organisationTraining, coaching, and mentoring your shift teamPerformance management including formal reviews.Analysis of data sources to maintain and improve performance to maximise efficiency of operation in line with KPIsChampioning safe working practicesCarrying out maintenance and servicing of all onsite automated equipment.Carrying out planned repairs and reactive repairs of automated material handling equipment including, tote conveyors, spiral conveyors, sorters, shuttles and roboticsFault-finding and diagnosis of mechanical and/or electrical faults.Responding to automation faults and breakdowns in a timely manner ensuring minimal downtimeActively working to optimise the automation performanceComplete all reports in line with requirements using CMMS and Microsoft software packagesSupporting service tracking and analysis of error rates and assisting in the production of corrective action plansComplying with health and safety legislation and overseeing hazardous tasks and PTWLeading the shift handover meeting and supporting other site meetings as requiredMaintaining strong communication line with the Automation manager and the Head of Automation.QualificationsPrior experience in a leadership position within AutomationRelevant Engineering qualificationA continuous improvement mindset- always looking for ways to optimise our Automation operationStrong communication skills, able to build relationship with technical and non-technical staffAn inspirational leader who is able to coach and mentor their team to success. Able to have difficult conversations and performance manage where neededAdditional InformationAlong with your benefits package we also offer a wide range of perks for our colleagues:Reward, Recognition and OpportunitiesFrasers Champion- Our employees are at the heart of our business and we ensure individuals are recognised every single month for their hard work. Frasers Champion is a peer nominated scheme where 8 winners will receive double their pay for a month where they have thought without limits, owned it or been relevant.Fearless 1000 By October 2025, we want our share price to hit 10. If that happens for 30 or more consecutive trading days, all colleagues across the business will receive a bonus! The top 1000 performers in the company will receive unprecedented bonuses, worth from 50,000 to 1million! Senior leaders across the business nominate these performers twice a year for embodying our core values and delivering exceptional performance . subject to terms and conditionsFrasers Festival an event like no other! Our Frasers Festival is our celebration for Head Office and Retail Staff across the UK and Europe hosting a MEGA brand village, guest speakers from the world's biggest brands, evening entertainment, the ultimate Frasers Fearless Fitness Challenge and much more.CEO Sessions Once a quarter we offer 20 employees the opportunity to attend our CEO Sessions ran by our CEO and leadership team. Employees have the chance to connect, network and submit questions around specific topics such as our Sports or Luxury business.Retail Reconnect In order to build the planets most admired and compelling brand ecosystem, all employees must understand our business, product and customers. Each financial year, Head Office employees will gain insights by spending two days in one of our stores or the Warehouse. The goal is to learn how the work you do impacts our teams on the frontline, and to bring ideas back to the office which will improve how we workEmployee WelfareFrasers Fit Our Everlast Gyms Team are on a mission to make our workforce the best, and fittest on the planet! We run free gym classes for employees as well as discounted memberships to our clubs. Frasers Fit is our wellbeing programme which aims to support and improve colleagues Physical, Financial & Mental wellbeing. The app is accessible for every employee and includes training, nutrition and lifestyle advice- all completely free.Retail Trust We know that its not just about physical health, mental wellness is equally important which is why all of our employees get free access and support from the Retail Trust charity. This includes a 24 hour wellbeing helpline, wellness hub, counselling and financial/legal support.Whats next?Our Recruitment Team will be reviewing applications and all candidates will receive a response, whether you are successful or unsuccessful. Shortlisted applicants may be asked to confirm a few key details before being booked in for a first stage interview with the Recruiter- this will be behaviourally focussed and centred around how you align with our Culture and Values. If successful we anticipate two further interview stages with the Hiring Manager/wider team which will be more technically focussed and could include a presentation/task so we can see your skills in action.