0Deputy Head of Maintenance (m/f/d)
Zalando SE | Germany | 35xxx Gießen | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 05.03.2026 on stepstone.de

Deputy Head of Maintenance (m/f/d)

Branch: Trading Branch: Trading


As Deputy Head*in Maintenance, you are responsible for all aspects of maintenance management. The central focus of your activity is the planning of layers and services of your team members to ensure permanent operational readiness. Your work is characterized by a motivating team spirit based on appreciation, respect and openness. Together with your team, you are working on the achievement of day-to-day operational targets as well as improving technical facilities. You identify yourself with our guide, live our values and use both as a compass in the daily business.

OUR LABOUR You bring the appropriate skills, but don't you meet any requirement? Then we encourage you to apply anyway. Maybe you are the right person for this or another role in our team! At Zalando it is our vision to build the leading European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that lives from diversity and is inclusive from scratch. We believe that diverse teams promote innovation and creativity, and we actively seek talents for a variety of backgrounds. We actively strive to reduce bias in our recruitment and employment processes by focusing on your skills, skills and contributions. To support this, we ask you not to include personal details such as your photo, age or marital status in your CV to ensure a fair and just assessment based exclusively on your skills and potential. We strive to offer everyone a great and accessible Candidate Experience. If you need support during the recruitment process, please let us know – we are here for you. Learn more about our commitment to a diverse and inclusive working environment: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion

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As Deputy Head*in Maintenance, you are responsible for all aspects of maintenance management. The central focus of your activity is the planning of layers and services of your team members to ensure permanent operational readiness. Your work is characterized by a motivating team spirit based on appreciation, respect and openness. Together with your team, you are working on the achievement of day-to-day operational targets as well as improving technical facilities. You identify yourself with our guide, live our values and use both as a compass in the daily business.

OUR LABOUR You bring the appropriate skills, but don't you meet any requirement? Then we encourage you to apply anyway. Maybe you are the right person for this or another role in our team! At Zalando it is our vision to build the leading European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that lives from diversity and is inclusive from scratch. We believe that diverse teams promote innovation and creativity, and we actively seek talents for a variety of backgrounds. We actively strive to reduce bias in our recruitment and employment processes by focusing on your skills, skills and contributions. To support this, we ask you not to include personal details such as your photo, age or marital status in your CV to ensure a fair and just assessment based exclusively on your skills and potential. We strive to offer everyone a great and accessible Candidate Experience. If you need support during the recruitment process, please let us know – we are here for you. Learn more about our commitment to a diverse and inclusive working environment: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion

WHY THE ROLE FOR YOU SPEAKING Through correct and consistent planning work, you will ensure a permanent occupation of all relevant technical positions in your team as well as trouble-free operation of material flow technology.

You document all inspection, maintenance, testing and repair work in accordance with the legal requirements.

You are responsible for the application of team development training materials and participate in the recruitment process for new employees for your team.

Your interest in the latest technology and your constant search for innovations ensure a high level of knowledge and work within the department. You will be happy to receive the in- and external training offer.

WHAT DO YOU KNOW WHAT? You have proven management experience and bring advanced technical knowledge and extensive technical experience in electrical engineering, mechanics and automation technology (e.g. industrial and automated logistics systems).

You have extensive experience in the areas of control systems (SPS) and related equipment, as well as sound knowledge about CMMS systems (e.g. spare parts management). Training as a mechatronic and further qualifications (e.g. state-tested technicians*) complete your profile.

With your communication strength, you pass your expertise in a comprehensible, sustainable and adapted way to the knowledge level of your colleagues. Your good knowledge of B2 level will simplify the communication in the team.

You use your communication skills to create reports, edit tickets and develop work instructions and documentation for your team.

You effectively identify and tune yourself with external stakeholders, build business relationships, argue from the perspective of the stakeholders and successfully solve problems with them.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all requirements. Maybe you're the right person for this or another position.

OUR PROVISIONS Zalando offers a number of benefits, here is an overview of what you can expect. Ask your talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about our offer. Employee Share Program

40% discount on fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% discount on the Zalando Lounge, discounts with external partners

Two days of paid leave per year for voluntary activities

An unlimited employment contract

27 days per year as an entry for full-time employees

If you move for your new role: Relocation Package (by prior arrangement)

Family services, including advice and support

Health and well-being options (e.g. Gympass)

Support for mental well-being and coaching available

Promote your development through our Zalando training platform and six-year peer-to-peer performance assessment

Candle with employee prices and a balanced food and beverage offer

Free parking

Learn all about Zalando and our values:https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us

Location

ava Zalando SE
Vorsetzen 35, 35394  Gießen
Germany

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