Head of Facility Management | Leiter*in Gebäudemanagement - IPP

Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik e.V.

Garching bei München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 16, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) is seeking an experienced leader to head their Building Management group at the Garching campus. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of 20 professionals across technical, infrastructural, and commercial building management sectors. You will be responsible for the maintenance, modernization, and technical infrastructure of approximately 65 buildings, including green spaces and traffic areas. Your daily responsibilities include disciplinary leadership, process optimization, ensuring legal compliance for technical systems, and managing external service providers ranging from catering to technical maintenance. This position is particularly attractive as it offers a permanent contract within a world-renowned research environment, combining the stability of the public service sector (TVöD) with extensive benefits such as flexible working hours, comprehensive health management, and professional development opportunities within the Max Planck Society.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Engineering with a focus on Electrical Engineering, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning), Facility Management, or Industrial Engineering.

Experience

  • Extensive professional experience in strategic planning and implementation of facility management processes
  • Proven leadership experience, ideally in a management position overseeing multidisciplinary teams
  • Professional experience in technical building management and compliance with relevant legal regulations
  • Experience in managing technical documentation and using CAFM software
  • Experience in coordinating internal and external service providers and managing real estate portfolios

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The role requires the ability to lead a team of 20 employees. Location is Garching near Munich. Must be able to manage a portfolio of 65 buildings and ensure legal operational safety (SV-testing, maintenance, and inspections).