Job Description:

Gjøvik Municipality is seeking a clear-thinking and development-oriented operations manager for the Rambekk Wastewater Treatment Plant—a central facility that treats wastewater from approximately 90% of the municipality’s residents and constitutes an important part of our critical infrastructure. The facility also includes a regional sludge treatment plant that receives sludge from several municipalities in the region. The wastewater treatment plant is part of the Water and Wastewater Department, which has over 30 employees, 10 of whom are based at the treatment plant. 

The water and wastewater sector is facing significant investments and modernization. New requirements for nitrogen removal entail expansions and renovations of the facility, and you will play a key role both in day-to-day operations and in the development of future wastewater solutions for Gjøvik and Vestre Toten.

Gjøvik is a growing city with over 31,000 residents, a strong business community, and an active academic environment featuring NTNU, Campus, and Fagskolen Innlandet. Gjøvik offers proximity to nature, Lake Mjøsa, and a rich cultural scene, with everything within easy reach.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop employees, including personnel management
• Plan and organize the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants, sludge treatment plants, and pumping stations
• Participate in budget preparation and financial monitoring. 
• Ensure efficient and responsible operations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and discharge permits
• Monitor internal controls, HSE, quality systems, and regulatory reporting
• Contribute to the planning and implementation of investment and development projects

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in technical fields, engineering, management, or administration
• Experience in the operation of wastewater treatment plants, the water and wastewater sector, the process industry, or other technical operations
• Management experience is desirable
• Strong understanding of finance and operations
• Knowledge of HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) work and systematic internal controls
• Good Norwegian language skills, both written and spoken
• Class B driver’s license

Personal qualities:

• Organized, systematic, and independent
• Solution-oriented and confident in handling unforeseen incidents
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on building a positive work environment
• Hands-on and technically inclined
• Strong execution skills and the ability to prioritize

We offer:

• A varied and meaningful workday contributing to an important public mission
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• A relaxed yet professional work environment
• Generous pension plans through KLP
• Active labor-management cooperation and systematic HSE efforts

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justified:

Gjøvik Municipality practices a policy of greater transparency, cf. the Public Administration Act § 11.

This means that all applicants are listed on a public applicant list. Special circumstances must exist to be granted an exemption, cf. the Public Administration Act § 25.

Application:

All applications must be submitted electronically via our application system. 

We strive for a diverse work environment and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of gender, ethnic background, religion, disability, or age.

Link to the application form: Apply here