Operations Lead - for our brand new PtX production facility

Can you see yourself in a key role taking care of operating and optimizing European Energy’s first PtX plant? Does it motivate you to bring your technical knowledge and production experience into play and secure good teamwork? Then perhaps you are our new Operations Lead!

European Energy is a Danish privately owned international company in rapid growth. We cover all phases of renewable energy projects within on- and offshore wind, photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and PtX from greenfield development to construction and operation. Since 2004, we have installed more than 2 GW of renewable energy and have a robust pipeline of 40+ GW. Our operations are global, and our workforce encompasses 30 different nationalities. Our goal is to be the most creative enabler in the green transition, creating The Power of Tomorrow, Today

Your new team

You'll be a part of our expanding PtX Department and the local team at our Kassø plant. This team is currently being built, giving you the opportunity to play a role in its creation. You'll be part of the operational readiness team and have a crucial role in developing and implementing policies, processes, and standards for operation and maintenance. As Operations Lead, you'll be heading a team of CCR Operators and Field Operators.

Your responsibilities

• Oversee and control all PtX production and utility systems to ensure production targets are met and all operations comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards
• Supervise daily production activities to ensure the plant, processes, and equipment are functioning efficiently
• Guarantee product quality and certifications through online testing, laboratory testing, and mass flow calculations, ensuring product quality and specifications meet customer requirements and sustainability standards
• Coordinate with power grid operator (TSO/DSO), Electrical Operations Manager, and balancing responsible party (BRP) to ensure smooth operation of the large-scale PtX production facility
• Lead, mentor, and develop teams to maximize their performance and engagement
• Train and onboard new employees
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the working environment and safety management system

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent industry experience.
• 7+ years of experience in operation and maintenance of petrochemical, processing plant, power generation plant, or similar, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role as a team leader with responsibility for work schedule planning and being a motivational driver.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication skills in both Danish and English

As an individual, you are self-motivated with a result oriented approach. You possess excellent problem-solving skills and you are a skilled communicator with the ability to understand and explain complex operations. You are a visible and motivational leader who shows the way.

What we offer

• The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company at the forefront of the green transition.
• A hands-on, entrepreneurial environment where new ideas and proactivity are valued.
• A workplace where colleagues respect each other, their time, and their ideas.

About European Energy

European Energy is a Danish privately owned company founded in 2004. We operate all the way from development, construction, operation and selling of wind- and photovoltaic (PV) farms on land as well as off shore globally. Further, we work with development of the future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X. We have a solid collaboration with local stakeholders and want to involve all parts in the process.

We are now more than 600 employees with 37 nationalities represented in 20 countries. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Workplace: Kassø PtX,Aabenraa, Jutland.

Manager: Plant Manager, Kassø PtX -Carsten Sørensen.

To Apply: Submit your CV and optional motivational letter in English using the “Apply”-button to the right. We invite for interviews on a continuous basis, so please apply as soon as possible.

Our working environment is built on mutual respect for the varied strengths and talents of our employees, with a flat hierarchy and entrepreneurial thinking at its foundation. Our employees value our flexible working culture, permitting better reconciliation of work and personal life. We are a team, whether it is in the workplace, on our company trips or during our weekly company training sessions. At European Energy, you will not only gain great colleagues, but also new friends from every corner of the globe.