Head of Department - International Nuclear Inspection Service Projects | Abteilungsleitung Internationale Projekte für Prüfdienstleistungen in Kerntechnik (w/m/d)

TÜV SÜD AG

Filderstadt, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 10, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This leadership position involves the disciplinary and technical management of a department focused on international inspection services within the nuclear technology sector. As the Head of Department, you will be responsible for the full Profit and Loss (P&L) of your cost center, ensuring the economic use of resources and the implementation of corporate strategy. Your daily activities will include overseeing high-stakes international projects, coordinating project managers, and managing relationships with external stakeholders and subcontractors. You will play a pivotal role in evolving the service portfolio and identifying innovations to ensure quality, safety, and sustainability. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in technical project management and strategic leadership. It offers the unique opportunity to lead a specialized team in a global environment where technical risk management and safety are paramount, providing a high degree of responsibility and the chance to shape the future of nuclear inspection services.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Engineering, Natural Sciences, or a comparable technical qualification.

Experience

  • Multiple years of experience in disciplinary and technical leadership and employee development
  • Extensive experience in managing technically demanding projects, preferably in an international environment
  • Proven experience with economic management metrics including P&L, budgeting, and controlling
  • Professional experience in capacity and resource planning as well as strategic development of technical units
  • Experience in managing external clients, subcontractors, and international stakeholders

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license; Willingness to undertake national and international travel; Must ensure risk-appropriate and norm-compliant documentation in coordination with Legal and Compliance Office (LCO).