Utilities and Facilities Manager FM

Position Title: Utilities and Facilities Manager F/M

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID:40651

Utilities & Facilities Manager

Hannover Lower Saxony Germany

In every role McCainers are ambitious curious and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

The Utilities & Facilities Manager leads the strategy operation maintenance and continuous improvement of all utility systems and site infrastructureincluding refrigeration water gas compressed air HVAC steam energy recovery water treatment waste management and building systemswhile overseeing contractors and technical partners.

Before start-up: Consolidates best practices from other sites enhances them with prior expertise and ensures utilities and facilities are fully operational from day one.

After start-up: Drives safe reliable and efficient utility performance to support uninterrupted production regulatory compliance and sustainability goals.

Oversees all buildings and infrastructure manages budgets and serves as the key liaison between internal teams contractors and regulatory authorities.

What youll be doing.

Before Start-up

• Provide expert technical guidance on design specifications equipment selection and installation to ensure best-in-class utility and facility systems.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive Readiness Checklist to replicate and enhance proven systems from other plants.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering Project Management Operations Procurement Office Management and external partners to ensure optimal design and execution.
• Lead and actively contribute to design reviews (URS P&ID FDS 3D models) ensuring alignment with safety ergonomics food safety sustainability and operational flow.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies to secure project success and operational readiness.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory safety quality and sustainability standards across all project phases (engineering FAT CQV production trials).
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation to help build the Plant of the Future.
• Develop procedures aligned with McCains safety culture and build a high-performing Utilities & Facilities organization including structure and capability development.

After Start-up

• Lead daily utilities operations and maintenance to ensure safe reliable and efficient performance.
• Oversee facility infrastructure including buildings grounds and critical site services.
• Define and execute long-term strategies for capacity upgrades energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Ensure full regulatory compliance and lead safety audits risk assessments and emergency preparedness.
• Manage operational and capital budgets optimize costs and strengthen vendor partnerships.
• Lead and develop a high-performing technical team fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Oversee utility and facility projects ensuring timely and successful delivery.
• Drive energy management and sustainability initiatives reducing consumption and environmental impact.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to align utilities strategy with operational goals.
• Maintain accurate reporting and documentation while continuously improving reliability efficiency and sustainability through best practices and new technologies.

What youll need to be successful.

• Bachelors degree in mechanical or electrical engineering Facilities Management or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in utilities and facilities management within industrial manufacturing or large-scale commercial environments.
• Strong technical expertise in utility systems (refrigeration electrical water/wastewater HVAC gas steam compressed air) and site infrastructure.
• Solid knowledge of German/EU regulatory requirements safety standards and environmental best practices.
• Proven leadership in team management project execution and budget control.
• Analytical and organized problem-solver with strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset.
• Proficient in facility management systems building automation and Microsoft Office.
• Effective communicator able to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Fluent in German and English; additional languages such as French or Dutch are an asset.

Benefits of the role.

• Opportunity to be a part of a global iconic brand fun and high performing team

• Opportunity to be a part of Greenfield Project in Germany

• A varied and responsible job in an effective and international team with flat hierarchies

• Competitive salary

• A relocation bonus is offered if a move is necessary

• Local benefit (Health and Pension insurance)

• Work in an environment you actively help to shape and create.

Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. Were big believers in the power of working together in personit helps us stay connected collaborate more effectively and grow as a team. At the same time we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.

About McCain.

Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles.

At McCain our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers collaborate as a team and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs driving innovation empowering people and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here youll find opportunities to learn grow and thrive. Join us and experience why were better together.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age veteran status disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) please let us knowand we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family:Manufacturing
Division:Continental Europe
Department:Greenfield Maintenance
Location(s): DE - Germany : Lower Saxony : Hannover

Company:McCain GMBH