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Head of Facility Management (m/f/x)

Haren, Germany

ELA Container GmbH

Professional

As of now

Full-time

1,600 employees in 18 locations around the world with a fleet of 60,000+ circulating containers. Since ELA’s establishment in 1972, our business has continuously been expanding, we are specialists in mobile room solutions. Our family-run company based in Haren (Ems), Germany, is growing at a fast pace and we are actively looking for qualified and dedicated team players to join us locally, internationally and beyond. #LI-DNI ENG

Are you eager to take on responsibility and actively shape the Facility Management function? As Head of Facility Management (m/f/x), you will be part of our management team and work closely with the executive board. You will coordinate the entire area – from facility management to construction and investment projects – and, together with your team and the ELA organization, drive our growth forward.
Sound exciting? Then ELA Container is the perfect place for you! Here you’ll find challenging work, real opportunities for growth, and a strong team with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Your future role

Strategic leadership and further development of Facility Management

Disciplinary and functional leadership of the Facility Management team as well as construction and investment projects

Responsibility for budget management in Facility Management, including construction and investment projects, covering financial planning, resource allocation and cost control

Strategic planning and coordination of construction and investment projects

Development and maintenance of relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers and service providers

Strategic ensuring of maintenance and efficiency of all buildings and facilities in compliance with safety and environmental standards

Monitoring compliance with legal requirements and company policies, including risk analysis and implementation of effective risk management

Introduction of new technologies and processes to optimize operations and increase efficiency in Facility Management

What you bring to the team

Degree in civil engineering, facility management, business administration, or a comparable qualification

Several years of experience in a leadership role, ideally with experience in both facility management and the management of construction and capital projects

Experience in leading and developing interdisciplinary teams

Expertise in construction and investment projects: Comprehensive understanding of the processes, methods, and regulations in the construction industry

Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in construction and facility management

Knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and cost management

Excellent written and spoken German and English

Willingness to travel (domestically and internationally)

Our Benefits – Because You’re Our Priority at ELA

Company pension scheme

Company pension scheme

We want you to be optimistic about the future, which is why we support you with our company retirement plans and capital-forming benefits for your financial security.

Flexible working hours

Flexible working hours

We offer you flexible working hours and the opportunity to work flextime.

Emergency childcare

Emergency childcare

We can help you with emergency childcare.

Fruits and drinks

Fruits and drinks

We offer you fresh fruit and beverages every day.

Postgraduate training

Postgraduate training

We’d like for you to continue developing, which is why we support your personal development with a tailored range of options.

ELA Canteen

ELA Canteen

Our company restaurant serves up fresh, delicious lunches on a daily basis.

Staff events

Staff events

Expand your network at our regular employee events.

Initial training

Initial training

We organize an extensive onboarding program for you at our headquarters in Haren (Ems), so that you can get to know the entire company, our products, and our employees..

Company vehicle

Company vehicle

We’ll provide you with a company car, which you can also use for private purposes.

Business mobile phone

Business mobile phone

We’ll provide you with a company phone (iPhone), which you can also use for private purposes.

Corporate fitness

Corporate fitness

Our company fitness program: for just €30 a month, you can have access to thousands of gyms, swimming pools, and more throughout Germany, including unrestricted digital access.

Permanent employment contract

Permanent employment contract

Once ELA, always ELA. When you join our company, we want you to be a key member of the team, which is why we’ll offer you a permanent contract.

Hi, I’m Melanie!

I’ll be happy to answer your questions.

Contact me by email.

Melanie Eissing

HR Business Partnerin

melanie.eissing@container.de

Ansprechpartner

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