The OpportunityThe High Voltage Laboratory in Ludvika is one of the largest and most advanced high-voltage testing facilities in the world. It plays a vital role in the development, verification, and certification of technologies used across the global power grid.
As Manager of Technology & Maintenance, you will lead two teams with a total of 11 engineers & specialists across technical infrastructure, maintenance, facilities, and long-term development. Working closely with highly skilled specialists and fellow leaders, you will help ensure that the laboratory continues to provide a safe, reliable, and world-class environment for testing and development, both today and in the future.
We are looking for an approachable and confident leader who enjoys building strong teams, driving improvements, and creating clarity in a complex environment. You balance day-to-day operational priorities with strategic planning and are motivated by developing both people and the organization.
How you'll make an impact- Lead and develop a team of specialists across technology, maintenance, facilities, and infrastructure within the laboratory.
- Ensure reliable day-to-day operations and future performance of critical equipment and systems.
- Drive maintenance, improvement, and investment projects that support the laboratory's strategic objectives.
- Identify needs, plan and contribute to the long-term development roadmap of the laboratory.
- Monitor and improve department performance, budget, KPIs, and project progress as part of the management team.
- Promote a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.
Your Background- Previous people management experience within industry, production, maintenance, or other operational areas.
- Ability to build credibility and collaborate effectively in a highly technical environment.
- Track record of identifying and driving operational change and continuous improvement.
- A structured and strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic and operational leadership approach.
- Effective communication skills in both Swedish and English.
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefits offering for our roles generally includes: - Collective agreement, occupational pension & possibility of salary exchange to pension (for ITP1 and ITP2)
- Group life insurance and additional insurances
- Flex-time and shortening of working hours in time bank
- Health care and wellness allowance
- Health insurance incl. dental, spectacles & contact lenses allowance (employee pay 140 sek/month via salary deduction)
- Psychological support program
- Supplementary compensation for parental leave
- Various training and education supporting employee development
- Internal career possibilities both within Sweden and globally
- Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks
The benefits listed above are an excerpt only and may vary depending on job grade, location and contract type. Eligibility is subject to local regulations.
More about usApplications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; we therefore encourage you to apply today.
Questions can be directed to Hiring Manager Tomas Bergström - tomas.bergstrom@hitachienergy.com or to Talent Acquisition Partner Johanna Niss - johanna.niss@hitachienergy.com
Union representatives:
Unionen - Tomas Gustavsson +46 (70) 5120033
SACO/Sveriges Ingenjörer - Philip Bengtsson +46 (10) 7382517
Ledarna - Frank Hollstedt +46 10 7387043(empty)
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