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Site Maintenance Leader Germany Cocoa

Location: 

Hamburg, DE, 20539

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

Site Maintenance Leader – Cocoa / OSCO


Location: Hamburg, Germany
Industry: Industrial Production / Engineering / Energy Management

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Site Maintenance Leader to join our team at one of our key cocoa production sites. In this critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and compliance of all utility systems and technical site infrastructure, while driving continuous improvement in energy usage and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the maintenance and operation of utility systems including electricity, gas, compressed air, steam, water, and cooling systems

  • Ensure compliance with legal and internal safety requirements, while maintaining high availability of all systems

  • Analyze monthly energy KPIs and identify opportunities for energy reduction

  • Plan and implement technical projects to improve energy efficiency in collaboration with internal stakeholders

  • Oversee building services and the spare parts warehouse

  • Lead and develop a dedicated technical team, ensuring high performance and engagement

  • Manage the distribution of workwear and ensure safety standards across the site

Qualifications:

  • Degree (Bachelor or Master) in Engineering or a related technical field

  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including leadership responsibilities

  • Strong background in utility systems and energy supply

  • Experience in project management and working with SAP

  • Excellent command of German and English

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Proactive leadership style with a focus on continuous improvement and employee development

  • Solid understanding of occupational safety and energy management practices

  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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