Head of Electrical Department - W/M

Head of Electrical Department - W/M Position Reference: 44961 Location: Kvinesdal, NO Contract type: Permanent Eramet Norway AS is a world-leading producer of manganese alloys for the global steel industry. The company has 562 employees, measurable sustainability targets, and an annual turnover of over NOK 6 billion. The smelting plant in Kvinesdal employs over 200 staff and 20 apprentices. Responsibilities Lead, support, and develop the electrical department through improvement plans for people, technology, and organization. Ensure electrical maintenance of 3 x 30 MW furnaces and the plant's combined heat and power plant. Establish and follow up a comprehensive maintenance strategy in line with Eramet's standards. Exercise visible leadership: participate in audits, inspections, and employee dialogues, and ensure compliance with procedures and standards. Use data and analysis for systematic improvement of maintenance work, including follow-up on maintenance plans, planned shutdowns, and acute incidents. Your Profile We are looking for an experienced manager with strong technical expertise, motivated to work in a large and complex industrial company undergoing rapid development. Key requirements: Higher education in electrical engineering, automation, or related field, or extensive industry experience. Competence and experience with maintenance management systems. Strong HSE knowledge from industry or other sectors. Experience with and motivation for continuous improvement work. Languages: Norwegian and English mandatory. If the person is English speaking, it is necessary to learn Norwegian. Our Advantages Exciting position with a great deal of responsibility and opportunity to lead maintenance work. Supportive of continuing education and internal career advancement. Competitive salaries and a private AFP (contractual early retirement pension). Access to holiday apartments at Knaben for leisure time. Collective bonus scheme included for this position. With a presence on five continents and over 70 nationalities, Eramet is by nature a diverse group. Convinced that diversity is an asset, we are committed to welcoming all talents, whatever their gender, disability, age, social or cultural origin, or sexual orientation. We guarantee everyone support and development opportunities throughout their career. #J-18808-Ljbffr