Head of Technical Department / Dyrektor Działu Technicznego

As a chemicals supplier to almost all industries, BASF will establish a standalone subsidiary dedicated to its Mobile Emissions Catalysts, Precious Metals Trading, Recycling, and related Products and Services business. The new group is referred to as BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions and is wholly owned by BASF. BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions will operate globally in over 15 countries and comprise of approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.
At BASF, the chemistry is right. Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership and Management:

• Leading, motivating, and developing technical teams.
• Setting goals, monitoring performance, and providing feedback.
• Managing budgets and resources for the department.

Technical Operations and Strategy:

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the technical department.

• Developing and implementing technical strategies that align with business goals.
• Ensuring system reliability and availability.
• Identifying and mitigating technical risks.
• Developing and maintaining disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Project Management:

• Managing technical projects from conception to completion.
• Overseeing the planning, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of technical infrastructure.
• Ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Compliance and Best Practices:

• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Implementing and maintaining best practices for technical operations.
• Staying up-to-date on the latest technologies and trends.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders.
• Communicating technical information clearly and effectively to non-technical audiences.
• Working with vendors and partners to ensure that technical needs are met.

Quality and Continuous Improvement:

• Ensuring the quality of technical products and services.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs).

REQUIREMENTS:

University degree – technical profile

Experience:

• Manufacturing industry – 10 years and more
• Work in a similar position for 10 years or more
• Experience in team management – 5 years and more

Language: English – advance

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of legal requirements regarding the operation of machinery and equipment
• Project management
• Knowledge of labour law
• Knowledge of operational risk assessment
• Knowledge of spare parts management principles
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen, 5S) – advanced level
• Knowledge of MS Excel – advanced level
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 standard
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, 45001 and 50001 requirements
• Knowledge of specific customer requirements in the subordinate work area
• SEP E1/2/3 D1/2/3 energy license

Skills:

• Collaboration with other processes/areas
• Effective communication, ability to transfer knowledge
• Taking effective action to achieve process goals and ability to monitor them
• Entrepreneurial action
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to organize work
• Ability to manage and develop a team
• Budget management

BENEFITS

- Development discussions and programs so that you can reach your full potential.
- An attractive competitive salary that is based on the company's success and your individual performance.
- Health and wellbeing programs helping you to achieve better work-life balance.
- We facilitate flexible and hybrid working.