Warehouse Assistant Team Manager Non Food Maintenance

Summary

£40,000 up to £50,000 per annum | 30-35 days’ holiday | Ongoing training | 10% in-store discount | Pension Scheme   
   
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table, but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re hard-working, focused, and reliable—just like you.    
 
As a Non Food Maintenance Assistant Team Manager at Lidl, you’ll help keep our automated systems running smoothly. You’ll play a key role in making sure all systems and machines in the warehouse are functioning and you’ll get to know them like they’re part of the team.  You’ll also have the chance to prove your leadership skills by championing, delegating, motivating, and helping your team to realise their full potential.
 
Reporting to the Team Manager, you’ll maintain, test, and repair essential equipment like conveyors and control systems. You’ll also work closely with both internal and external teams to keep everything up and running, making sure safety standards are always met.  
 
In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.    
We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here.    

What you'll do

• Be responsible for a department in the RDC. Line managing an amazing team of Warehouse Operatives, coaching, and training them to succeed
  Maintain our automated systems, from sortation machinery to controllers, and make repairs when needed 


• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, 6 monthly and yearly tests to keep systems in top shape 


• Find ways we can improve processes and contribute ideas for streamlining our automation technology 


• Make sure safety regulations are met at all times, and report any concerns 


• Coordinate with on-call service providers and manage external service work if needed 


• Manage tool inventories and spare parts to ensure the team always has the resources required to complete maintenance tasks and keep operations running smoothly 


• Support additional machinery including lifts, MHE, and compressors, reporting all issues to the maintenance team promptly


• Support your Team Manager with operations, compliance and Head Office projects

What you'll need

• Natural confidence and leadership qualities to get the best out of everyone you work with


• Experience working with automation systems like sorters, conveyors and controllers 


• A proactive approach to maintaining and improving automated systems 


• Willing to work shifts and be on call when needed 


• See that safety and compliance regulations are met at all times 


• Strong problem-solving skills 


• A relevant trade qualification and at least two years of experience in a technical role 

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday


• 10% in-store discount


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Enhanced family leave


• Pension scheme


• Plus, more perks to support your work-life balance  

We’re Lidl like you. At Lidl, we’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we foster. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and celebrate individuality in our team. If you’re ready to contribute your skills and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.   
  
Please note: Employment is subject to satisfactory references and, if required, a Disclosure and Barring Service check. We may close the vacancy early due to high interest, so apply now to secure your chance!