Head of Maintenance, Reliability Engineering & MRO (m/f/d)

Join Envalior - Imagine The Future!

Are you passionate about pioneering change in a constantly evolving environment? At Envalior, we are seeking a talented Head of Maintenance Reliability Engineering & MRO (m/f/d) to join our dynamic Maintenance team and ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient asset performance across multiple business lines.

At Envalior, the future of high-performance materials isn't just being shaped; it's being pioneered. A belief in fostering an environment where every voice is heard and ideas are valued is integral to our culture. Empowerment is the driving force behind our pioneering spirit, allowing our teams to take initiative, explore new solutions, and revel in the thrill of constant innovation.

Join us and be a part of a team committed to making a positive impact—where safety, sustainability, collaboration, and empowerment intersect to drive innovation.

IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR

As Head of Maintenance Reliability Engineering & MRO (m/f/d) at Envalior, you will lead the maintenance organization at the Krefeld-Uerdingen site, ensuring that all maintenance activities are executed safely, on time, and cost‑efficiently in compliance with legal and internal requirements. You will actively manage and develop multidisciplinary teams while closely collaborating with production to secure plant availability and achieve production targets. Additionally, you'll embrace a pioneering spirit, exploring new maintenance strategies, reliability methods, and digital solutions to contribute to our values and mission.

You will make key contributions to Envalior:

• Lead site maintenance for the business lines Performance Materials, Specialty Materials, and Intermediates (PA6 polymerization, compounding, filling & logistics, laboratory, and workshop)
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 45 employees, including supervisors, engineers, technicians, craftsmen, and external contractors
• Own and control the maintenance budget in the eight‑figure range
• Act as process owner for Manufacturing Excellence processes: Do Maintenance, Improve Equipment Reliability, and MRO
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, standards, and norms (e.g. IATF 16949, DIN 31051, DIN EN 13306, ISO 55000) while driving continuous improvement

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong expertise in industrial maintenance, asset management, and reliability engineering within a production environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with a high level of initiative.
• More than 5 years of professional experience in a leading maintenance function.
• Completed Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a comparable field.
• Fluent German and English skills (C1 level).

Why Envalior?

Competitive Compensation

Join us at Envalior and enjoy competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and performance bonuses, ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Comprehensive Benefits

Your well‑being matters to us. At Envalior, we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security, health, and overall well‑being. This includes retirement plans, health programs, life insurance, and comprehensive medical care.

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envalior's commitment to supporting your schedule.

Training & Development Opportunities

At Envalior, your growth matters. We encourage and invest in your professional and personal development. We support our employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training, coaching, and mentoring.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Envalior, our people drive our success, so it’s only right that we provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging, openness, and respect. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.

Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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