Maintenance Team Leader "Production&Facilities"

Company Description

LEONI is a global provider of products, solutions and services for energy and data management in the automotive industry. The group of companies has around 86,000 employees in 21 countries and generated consolidated sales of EUR 3.9 billion in 2025.

The value chain ranges from standardized cables and special and data cables to highly complex wiring systems and related components, from development to production. As an innovation partner with distinctive development and systems expertise, we support our customers on the path to increasingly sustainable and connected mobility concepts from autonomous driving to alternative drives as well as charging systems.

Job Description

• Strategic Org Unit Management: Supervise the Maintenance department by setting clear objectives and KPIs, ensuring all activities align with organizational standards and governance protocols.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development: Lead direct reports through proactive coaching, succession planning, and the identification of training needs to foster professional growth and organizational flexibility.

• Operational Planning & Execution: Coordinate regular team activities and resource allocation to ensure timely response to all service requests and maintenance stages.

• Integrated Asset Maintenance: Oversee the implementation of preventive, predictive, and unplanned maintenance for all production equipment, facility tools, and infrastructure.

• Utility & Infrastructure Oversight: Ensure the continuous reliability of plant utilities (cooling, heating, electricity, water, steam) and critical safety systems, including firefighting and security equipment.

• Continuous Improvement & LTPM: Drive process performance by implementing Lean Total Productive Maintenance (LTPM) and identifying opportunities for service delivery enhancement.

• Facility & Equipment Lifecycle Management: Manage the installation, relocation, and re-qualification of equipment and tools, coordinating with both internal teams and external suppliers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Background: A University Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or a related technical field) is required.

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 to 8 years of proven experience in industrial maintenance, facility management, or plant operations.

• Leadership Track Record: At least 2 years of experience in a formal leadership or supervisory position, with a focus on team development and performance management.

• Project Management Expertise: Minimum of 2 years of experience successfully managing technical projects, including equipment installations, facility upgrades, or process implementations.

• Language Proficiency:Fluent in English (both written and verbal) with the ability to lead meetings, prepare technical reports, and consult with international stakeholders.

• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of preventive/predictive maintenance, utility management, and experience with LTPM (Lean Total Productive Maintenance) or similar methodologies.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, excellent organizational capabilities, and a proactive approach to change management and organizational flexibility.

Interested?