Assistant Power Plant Manager / Operations Engineer | Assistenz Leiter Kraftwerk (m/w/d)

Papier- u. Kartonfabrik Varel Gmbh & Co. KG

Varel, Jadebusen, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Mar 10, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This role involves supporting the management and operational staff of an industrial power plant at a medium-sized paper and board mill. As an Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the stable, safe, and efficient operation of power plant facilities, including water and energy systems, while adhering to all legal and technical regulations. Your day-to-day tasks will include monitoring and optimizing processes, managing maintenance projects, and analyzing key performance indicators to improve plant efficiency. This position is ideal for a technically-minded professional looking to take on project responsibility and contribute to a future-oriented energy supply. The role is particularly attractive due to its comprehensive benefits package, including a 38-hour work week, mobile working options, and clear pathways for professional development and increased leadership responsibility within the power plant sector.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a comparable field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in energy or power plant technology preferred
  • Experience in managing maintenance, renovation, or new construction projects in a technical environment
  • Proven experience in analyzing technical operational data and reporting
  • Experience working with complex technical systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations

Languages

English (Basic)

Additional

  • Willingness to undergo further professional training for future leadership roles; ability to work a 38-hour week with mobile working options.