Asset Reliability Manager

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We are looking for an experienced leader who will continue develop the maintenance operations of the chocolate plant in Oslo and ensure that the site manufacturing can operate without interruption.

Purpose of the role

The Asset and Reliability Manager will lead and develop the full maintenance asset management and facility operations at our chocolate factory in Oslo. This is a key leadership role within the site leadership team with full accountability for a team of 26 employees across maintenance assets and facility management.

The role will be instrumental in building and advancing Preventative and Predictive Maintenance strategies in cooperation with key stakeholders. You will drive an exciting change journey implementing and renewing the Progressive Maintenance Pillar within the IL6S program (Integrated Lean Six Sigma) while fostering a strong equipment reliability culture across the organization.

Main responsibilities

- Works cross functionally to develop and implement a strategic asset and reliability road-map and annual operating plan by partnering with internal & external stakeholders and service providers to define and meet Safety Quality Cost Delivery Sustainability and Engagement goals.

- Establish strong governance to review & control operational performance and continuous improvement plans to deliver against best in class both internally and externally.

- Lead and be accountable for all maintenance asset and facility operations. Ensure adherence to business continuity plans manufacturing standards and government regulations. Ensure these are understood by all employees and service providers at the site regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.

- Provide leadership and coaching to the maintenance and facility team towards implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 Sigma ways of working: delivering zero breakdowns via preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and technical mastery of maintenance and operations teams; PM (Progressive Maintenance) Pillar CBM (Condition Based Monitoring) Visual Controls & Tools Management Lubrication Management & Calibration of equipment etc.

- As a member of the site leadership team role model values and principles through effective coaching mentoring and capability building across the plant technical team. Engage with latest modern practices and have a clear people succession and resource plan identifying and implementing critical levers to attract retain and develop critical talent.

- Manage and develop your team and team structure ensuring the right competencies engagement and structure are in place to deliver on current and future business needs.

- Interface with key stakeholders internally and externally to develop and maintain effective relationships align priorities in order to deliver the company objectives and goals.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

- Fluency in a Scandinavian language and English both verbal and written is required for this role.

- Excellent communication coaching and leadership skills in a team-based environment.

- Proven experience leading and developing larger teams with the ability to coach and build capability at all levels.

- 7 years in relevant experience with people leadership experience

- A solid understanding of Norwegian laws and regulations pertaining to asset management reliability maintenance and electrical works is essential.

- Strong financial & business acumen and project management skills.

- Knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment PM (Progressive Maintenance) expertise SAP PM module end user knowledge (or equivalent) Technology & Engineering automation basics.

- Experience in TPM-Total Productive Maintenance 5S LEAN Six Sigma tools and concepts Safety & GMP standards are an advantage.

- Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods Food Production or Manufacturing industry is an advantage.

- Experience with facility management is considered an advantage.

What we offer

- A key leadership role as part of the site leadership team

- Development through courses internal training and access to LinkedIn Learning

- Beneficial discounts in employee store

- Fully equipped gym and company sports club

- Subsidized canteen with warm food and salad bar

- Free parking and charging stations for electric cars

- Digital services from Avonova e.g. video doctor and psychologist

More about this role

Work schedule: 100%

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation or preference gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

We value our talented employees and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you we encourage you to apply!