PbLogistics at full potential! /b /ppbr/ppbYour role as a Principal Maintenance Manager - EMEA /b /p pThis is a unique opportunity to join GXO, help to shape and drive the strategic direction of automation solutions and maintenance strategy across the region. /ppbr/ppAre you a maintenance expert, strong exposure to systems and preventative measures, monitoring and managing network impact, overseeing issues in operational proactive maintentance, reducing machine down time and hours spent on maintenance planning and strategy. /ppbr/ppFor this role you need to have managed multisites and experience within a logistics or similar operational manufacturing background. /ppbr/ppDue to travel 50-75% of the time within Continental Europe, our role can be based in Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany or Poland. We will need fluency in English; additional European languages are of benefit. /ppbr/ppReporting directly to the Senior Director of Automation Adaptive Technology for Continental Europe /ppbr/ppbWhat You Need To Succeed At GXO /b /pulliShape Maintenance Strategy: Contribute to the development of a Continental Europe maintenance / automation strategy. Define and implement technical support and maintenance standards for large-scale automated sites. /liliDrive Operational Efficiency through standardization of maintenance activities: Lead continuous improvement initiatives by benchmarking performance, analysing maintenance metrics, and identifying opportunities to enhance system availability and implement best practices with the aim to reduce downtime /liliSupport Implementation of Automation Solutions: Guide and support the deployment of new automation technologies, ensuring successful integration and scalability across sites. /liliFoster Cross-Country Collaboration with Maintenance Teams: Promote and coordinate collaboration across the European operational community to share knowledge, align strategies, and drive synergies. /li /ulpbr/ppbWhat You Bring /b /pulliProven Performance Evaluation Skills: Demonstrated experience in assessing the performance of automated systems, with a strong background in machine reliability and maintenance within central teams. /liliOperational Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of complex automated systems—ideally within logistics—and hands-on experience implementing large-scale automation across multiple sites and regions. /liliData Analysis: Experience in building PowerBi dashboards of input metrics as a mechanism to drive improvement /liliCollaborative Practical Mindset: A grounded, team-oriented approach with flexibility and a strong sense of ownership. /liliStrategic Vision: Ability to think both tactically and strategically, balancing short-term execution with long-term planning. /liliInfluential Leadership: Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and align diverse teams and decision-makers. /liliTravel Flexibility: Willingness to travel extensively (50%–75%) across Continental Europe as needed. /liliLanguages: Fluent in English any other European languages beneficial /li /ulpbr/ppbWhat We Offer You /b /pulliRemote Working – Flexibility to work from home and balance your lifestyle. /liliImpactful Role – Opportunity to help shape and drive the strategic direction of a dynamic organisation. /liliOpen Informal Culture – A collaborative environment that values transparency and innovation. /liliGXO MyBenefits – Comprehensive benefits tailored to your needs. /liliPersonal Growth Development – Access to learning programs through GXO University to support your career progression. /li /ulpbr/ppbUnlock the potential of your future! /b /ppbr/ppbYour work environment /b /ppWorking at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. An exciting environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in control of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you face new challenges every day, allowing you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organization. /ppGXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries; like e-commerce, food retail and industrial multinationals. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium) GXO BeNe operates from +30 different locations with its headquarters in Eindhoven (NL). /ppbr/ppbWant to know more about GXO Logistics? /b /ppWatch the video below or visit our website /p pbr/ppbIn short, this is the next place you want to work! /b /ppbr/ppFor more information you can contact Debbie Haywood she can be reached via /ppbr/ppbInterested? /b /ppApply via the button and leave your recent CV /ppAcquisition as a result of this vacancy is not appreciated. /ppbr/pp#LH-DH1 /ppbr/ppGXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities. /ppbr/ppThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here. /p