Key Skills
Job Description
Company Description
JYSK is a rapidly growing international retail organization with more than 3,000 stores across 50 countries. To support this growth from a logistics perspective, we are currently building our 10th Distribution Centre in Lelystad. Construction is well underway, and we expect the Distribution Centre to become operational in early 2027. Of course, that does not mean we are standing still until then. From our temporary Distribution Centre, we are already working hard to ensure a smooth transition to the new location.
Job Description
As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance of the automated High Bay warehouse within our Distribution Centre. You will work closely with the Technical Department, other departments within the DC, and colleagues from other JYSK Distribution Centres.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the construction, implementation, management, and maintenance of the automated High Bay system;
- Ensuring the continuity and availability of automation installations;
- Performing preventive and corrective maintenance;
- Troubleshooting malfunctions and structural automation issues;
- Identifying and implementing improvements and cost optimization opportunities;
- Contributing ideas and implementing new solutions to optimize processes;
- Carrying out ad hoc tasks when required.
In addition, you will always work in accordance with applicable Health & Safety and fire safety procedures and actively contribute to a safe working environment.
Qualifications
As a Maintenance Technician, you are motivated to continue learning and growing with our organization. With your technical knowledge and hands-on approach, you actively contribute to improvement and operational continuity.
Furthermore, we are looking for someone with:
- A technical education or relevant work experience in automation, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related field;
- Experience with, or a strong interest in, automated warehouse systems (preferably High Bay systems);
- Knowledge of maintenance processes (preventive and corrective);
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
- An eye for cost control and process optimization;
- A strong awareness of safety and the correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
- A proactive, independent, and flexible work attitude;
- Strong collaboration skills and team spirit;
- Willingness to travel locally and participate in meetings when required;
- No fear of heights;
- The ability to act in accordance with the JYSK Values and always lead by example.
Additional Information
Working at JYSK means helping to build the future together. You will have the opportunity to grow with our organization, further develop your knowledge and skills, and actively contribute to efficient logistics processes. At the same time, you will work in an open and down-to-earth environment where collaboration, trust, and commitment are at the core. This is how you make a real difference for both colleagues and customers.
What we offer
- A salary based on your knowledge and experience;
- 25 vacation days per year;
- A full-time position of 40 hours per week;
- Free access to our in-house gym;
- An attractive pension scheme;
- 20% employee discount in JYSK stores;
- Collective healthcare discount through Zilveren Kruis;
- Various social and team activities with colleagues.
Is this your next challenge? Apply today!
For advice or questions, please send us an email at [email protected]. We will be happy to help!
At JYSK, we believe in including everyone, regardless of age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental abilities, ethnicity, or experience. Together, we foster an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. A great mix of minds, talents, and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.
Core Responsibilities
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the optimal performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the automated High Bay warehouse system. They will actively contribute to process improvements and ensure all work adheres to safety and fire regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must have a technical education or relevant experience in automation, electrical engineering, or mechatronics. Strong analytical skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work at heights are essential for this role.
Benefits
- 25 Vacation days
- In-house gym
- Pension scheme
- Employee discount
- Collective healthcare discount
About JYSK
Industry: Retail
Company size: 10,001+ employees
JYSK is an international home furnishing retailer with Scandinavian roots that makes it easy to furnish every room in any home and garden. JYSK delivers a great Scandinavian offer for everyone within sleeping and living. We are a global retail chain of stores and web shops, and part of the family-owned Lars Larsen Group. Our founder, Lars Larsen, opened his first JYSK store in Aarhus, Denmark, in 1979. Today, JYSK has more than 3,600 stores in 49 countries around the world. 29 countries are operated directly by JYSK, while the remaining 20 countries are part of JYSK Franchise. With thousands of stores across the world, there is often a JYSK nearby. This makes it quick to explore our assortment, and easy to bring products home. Online, we have room for even more products, and it is crucial for us to make it easy for customers to combine our great store service with our wide online assortment to give the best possible shopping experience. This requires great employees, and our ambition is to be employees’ first choice within retail wherever JYSK is present. This means that JYSK must always be an attractive place to work, and that our employees enjoy the time they spend with us. Although JYSK today is a global business, the company is managed based on its Scandinavian roots. This is reflected in our company culture and the way we do business. JYSK MISSION 🔹 A great Scandinavian offer for everyone within sleeping and living JYSK VISION 🔹 To be customers' first choice 🔹 To be employees' first choice within retail 🔹 To be the world’s most widespread and profitable chain of stores
