Head of Power Plant Operations and Maintenance (Full-time / Part-time) | Leiter:in Kraftwerksbetrieb und Instandhaltung in Teilzeit / Vollzeit (m|w|d)

K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH

Neuhof, Kreis Fulda, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Oct 27, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This leadership role involves overseeing the continuous operation and maintenance of power plant facilities at the Neuhof site for K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH, starting January 1, 2026. The Head of Operations and Maintenance is responsible for ensuring plant availability, analyzing and resolving operational disruptions, and developing strategic solutions for plant issues. Key duties include the planning, steering, and coordination of maintenance, repair, and major overhaul measures. A critical component of the role is the disciplinary and technical leadership of employees, some of whom work in a continuous shift system. Candidates should possess a Master Craftsman certification in Power Plant Operations or equivalent technical qualifications, coupled with professional experience in a power plant environment, and proficiency in SAP-PM and process control systems. This position offers flexibility regarding full-time or part-time arrangements.

Required Skills

Education

Master Craftsman (Meister) in Power Plant Operations, or Master Craftsman/Technician in a technical field with the willingness to obtain the Power Plant Master Craftsman certification concurrently

Experience

  • Several years of professional experience as a Power Plant Master Craftsman
  • Professional experience, preferably in the power plant sector
  • Experience in leading teams, including those working in continuous shift systems

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract; Start date: January 1, 2026; Location: Neuhof, Germany; Willingness to work in a full-time or part-time capacity