Key skills
Active DirectoryLeadershipChange ManagementCommunicationCollaboration
About this role
Role Overview
- Lead and develop the local IT team, including goal setting, performance management, and employee development
- Ensure stable operation of local IT infrastructure, applications, and services across both sites
- Manage IT incidents, service requests, and operational challenges in collaboration with global support and expert teams
- Plan, implement, and maintain local IT infrastructure, hardware, and software solutions
- Drive local IT projects and contribute to global IT initiatives
- Manage and maintain site-specific Active Directory environments and IT documentation
- Ensure compliance with IT security, architecture, and governance standards
- Support audits, change management processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate external IT suppliers and service providers
- Ensure high service quality in line with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Represent Hydro’s global IT organization locally and build strong relationships with business stakeholders
Requirements
- Degree or vocational training in IT (e.g. IT Specialist for System Integration), ideally complemented by a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in IT infrastructure and operations
- Strong knowledge of network administration, IT support, and IT security
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an advantage
- Proven leadership experience and ability to coordinate teams across multiple locations
- Experience managing IT suppliers and external service providers
- Structured, independent, and service-oriented working style
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with international stakeholders
- Very good command of German and English, both written and spoken
- ITIL knowledge or certification is an advantage
Benefits
- A responsible leadership role with the opportunity to shape IT services and processes
- A collaborative and supportive team environment with room for initiative and decision-making
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a company car
- The opportunity to work for one of the world’s leading aluminium and renewable energy companies, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation
- Opportunities for professional development, international projects, and long-term career growth
- Flexible working hours and mobile working options according to company policy