Head of Technology | Bereichsleitung Technik*

Stadtwerke Quedlinburg GmbH

Quedlinburg, Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland
Published Jul 14, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Head of Technology will lead the technical operations for a utility company providing electricity, natural gas, and heating to a historic city and its surroundings. This pivotal role involves overseeing master electricians for power, gas, and heating networks, as well as managing group leaders for network sales, pools, and IT. The ideal candidate will drive the continuous restructuring of tasks and processes, ensuring technical innovation and strategic development. Responsibilities include developing robust network and plant strategies, optimizing operational processes through technical controlling, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. This position requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and a proactive approach to evolving market demands, working closely with other department heads and reporting directly to the Managing Director.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Diplom / Master) in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology, or Supply Engineering) or a comparable technical field.

Experience

  • Several years of leadership experience in the energy industry
  • Several years of professional experience in the energy industry
  • Experience in leading digitalization projects for operational processes
  • Knowledge of ARegV (Incentive Regulation Ordinance)
  • Knowledge of energy data management
  • Knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
  • Experience with on-call duty as a lead engineer
  • Comprehensive knowledge of technical regulations and legal requirements for construction and operation of electricity, gas, and heating networks
  • Knowledge of occupational safety regulations
  • Knowledge of labor and corporate law
  • Knowledge of tax and municipal constitutional law (Saxony-Anhalt)
  • Knowledge of proper accounting
  • Knowledge of data protection

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license. Ability to move safely in rough terrain without paths during plant inspections. Permanent full-time position.