Head of Technology and Operations Department | Fachbereichsleiter Technik und Betrieb (m/w/d)
Wasserverband Südharz
Job Summary
The Water Association "Südharz" is seeking a Head of Technology and Operations to lead their critical water and wastewater infrastructure. This role involves comprehensive leadership, organization, and coordination of the department, overseeing investments, master departments for drinking water, wastewater, and electrical systems, and connection services, managing a team of approximately 55 employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for personnel, organizational, and budget management, as well as independently conceptualizing and developing new and rehabilitated drinking and wastewater facilities. They will also coordinate external engineering firms, manage projects, and represent the department publicly. This is an attractive opportunity for an experienced engineer with strong leadership and project management skills to contribute to essential public services in a stable, full-time position.
Required Skills
Education
University degree (Diplom-Ingenieur or Master) in Civil Engineering (specializing in Civil Engineering/Underground Construction), Water Management, or an equivalent field relevant to the job profile.
Experience
- Several years of professional experience in the aforementioned areas (technology and operations)
- Proven leadership experience
- Proven administrative experience
- Experience in project management
- Experience in cost controlling
- Experience in procurement procedures
- Desirable: In-depth technical knowledge in municipal urban water management
Languages
Additional
- Driver's license Class B (car license).