Shift Leader Operations | Schichtleiter (m/w/d) Operations

expertum GmbH ( Hamburg )

Wilhelmshaven, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Oct 27, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This critical role involves leading and managing safe, economic, and uninterrupted plant operations within a continuous shift system, specifically within a chemical or petrochemical environment. The Shift Leader acts as the primary decision-maker and representative of the Operations Manager outside of regular working hours, holding full authority for operational control and emergency response until a crisis team is activated. Key daily tasks include optimizing processes, managing resources, ensuring rigorous adherence to all Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality (HSSEQ) standards, and maintaining complete and accurate documentation, such as shift reports. The ideal candidate brings vocational training in a technical field (preferably as a Chemical Technician or Master Craftsman) and extensive experience in petrochemical or tank terminal operations. Success requires strong leadership skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and a commitment to continuous improvement (KVP/Lean). This position offers a direct, permanent contract with a stable industry leader, providing above-average compensation and significant responsibility.

Required Skills

Education

Completed technical vocational training (preferably Chemical Technician); ideally further training as an Industrial or Chemical Master Craftsman; Training according to FwDV 2 (Fire Service Regulation) including First Aid certification

Experience

  • Extensive professional experience in the petrochemical industry and/or tank terminal operations
  • Initial leadership experience is desirable
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., QVP or 5S)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Readiness for continuous shift work (Vollkonti-Schichtbetrieb); Compliance with occupational medical requirements (e.g., G 26/3 suitability, shift work suitability); Valid Driver's License Class B (required); Driver's License Class CE (desirable)