Senior Engineering Operations Manager

Senior Engineering Operations Manager
Ocado Logistics - Tamworth
Permanent- Competitive Salary on offer

Why Ocado?
Here at Ocado Logistics, it’s our mission to provide an outstanding customer experience for our partners, developing groundbreaking technology, opening multiple sites at an accelerating rate and engaging in exciting new business partnerships around the world - changing the way the world shops, for good.

We are the beating heart of our UK business and comprise a network of cutting edge warehouses and offices across the country that ensure that we optimise the experience and use our proprietary technology across the supply chain to deliver an exceptional shopping experience. At the same time delivering bags of possibilities for our employees and a career that will ensure no two days are ever the same.

About the role:
This is more than an engineering leadership role — it’s an opportunity to transform how a major automated operation performs, thinks, and grows.

We’re looking for an exceptional Senior Engineering Operations Manager to lead continuous improvement across a fast-paced, high-volume site at the heart of our customer operation. You’ll shape the future of engineering performance, creating smarter ways of working, driving cultural change, and ensuring our technology and people deliver outstanding results every day.

This role is for someone who thrives on challenge, sees opportunity where others see obstacles, and is passionate about building high-performing teams in complex operational environments.

If you’re energised by change, inspired by innovation, and motivated by delivering real value for customers — we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:
- Leading a large engineering and operational team to deliver exceptional site performance, engagement, and accountability.
- Driving a culture of continuous improvement across safety, reliability, productivity, and service.
- Moving the operation from reactive maintenance to predictive, data-led asset management.
- Using technology, insight, and innovation to improve uptime and extend equipment life.
- Identifying and delivering efficiency opportunities that improve cost performance and customer outcomes.
- Managing CAPEX priorities and understanding the impact of engineering decisions on P&L performance.
- Building capability, coaching future leaders, and creating a culture where people thrive.
- Setting a clear vision for the future and bringing teams with you on the journey.
- Working cross-functionally with operational leaders to ensure engineering is a true strategic partner.

Who should apply:
We’re looking for a proven leader with the credibility, drive, and vision to lead change in a demanding operational environment.

You’ll likely bring:
- Senior leadership experience within engineering, manufacturing, logistics, automotive, or highly automated environments.
- A strong track record of delivering continuous improvement and operational transformation.
- Experience leading large teams in fast-paced, high-volume operations.
- Strong commercial awareness, including CAPEX planning and cost control.
- Confidence using data and insight to solve problems and improve performance.
- The ability to engage teams, influence stakeholders, and build a winning culture.
- A hands-on understanding of engineering or maintenance principles, with enough technical grounding to challenge and support effectively.
- Energy, resilience, and the ambition to make a real difference.

If you’re ready to lead from the front, inspire change, and create an operation that sets the standard — this could be your next move!

What you can expect to receive in return -  
At Ocado we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, so you’ll find a safe and collaborative atmosphere that is as fresh as our produce as well as an award winning recognition programme and benefits package that includes a healthy work-life balance, extensive healthcare coverage, competitive salaries, and exclusive employee discounts.

Join Ocado Logistics today and become a part of a culture that wholeheartedly values and supports your well-being throughout every stage of your career.

Pension Plan: Secure your future with our pension scheme, featuring up to 7% employer contribution matching.
Financial Protection: We offer Income Protection and Life Insurance for financial security.
Wellbeing Support: Access dedicated apps and an Employee Assistance Programme for holistic well-being.
Private Medical Cover: Rest easy with comprehensive private medical insurance.
Generous Leave: Growing after 5 years, with an option to buy more
Family-Friendly: We support your family with maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and paternity leave.
Share Schemes: Join exciting share plans to participate in our success.
Lifestyle benefits: Our benefits platform includes a Cycle to Work scheme, car salary sacrifice, and much more.
Shopping Perks: Enjoy a 15% discount on Ocado.com and savings at popular retailers, days out, and restaurants.

Ocado Group is an equal opportunities employer and as such makes every effort to ensure that all potential employees are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, age, or disability or union membership status.

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