Position Title: Facility Manager
Location: Boden, Sweden
Contract Type: Annually Renewable Contract (minimum 3 days/week onsite required)
Role Purpose:
Lead and manage all facilities-related operations for a pioneering green steel production plant in Boden, Sweden. Oversee infrastructure, site services, waste and vehicle management, and workplace amenities, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable operations aligned with project goals and environmental standards.
Key Accountabilities:
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Develop and implement strategic plans for infrastructure, facility maintenance, and fleet management with a focus on sustainability and long-term efficiency.
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Promote a robust safety culture across all site operations, ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
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Oversee road maintenance, waste management, fuel logistics, cleaning services, and facility utilities to support seamless plant operations.
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Manage service providers, establish performance benchmarks, and monitor contract compliance.
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Ensure the site restaurant meets quality, safety, and employee wellness standards.
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Collaborate with internal departments including procurement, operations, and engineering to address and fulfill facility-related needs.
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Supervise vehicle fleet operations and lead the development of client vehicle strategy and related contracts.
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Coordinate infrastructure and services such as buildings, emergency generators, elevators, lighting, sewer, and coalescer systems.
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Manage process cleaning services, including vacuum and high-pressure trucks, and oversee comprehensive waste management practices.
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Support cost control and budget management for facility operations.
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Contribute to the development and execution of ISO standards (9001/14001/45001) compliance.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field.
Experience:
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Proven experience in a similar role within a heavy industry or large-scale manufacturing environment.
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Demonstrated experience in procurement, capital projects, start-up environments, or plant commissioning.
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Strong leadership background within industrial operations and cross-functional team environments.
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Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
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Experience with ISO systems implementation (9001/14001/45001).
Competencies:
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Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
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Strong oral and written communication in English; basic Swedish skills considered an advantage.
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Deep understanding of safety regulations and facility management best practices.
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High level of collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
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Strategic thinker with strong planning and organizational skills.
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In-depth knowledge of maintenance processes and operational standards.