Head of Shift Industrial Electrician & Mechanic
Karlskrona karls, Sverige
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Maintenance manager
Work model On location
Application due date 10 May 2026
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Company description:

At NKT in Karlskrona, we develop and manufacture high voltage power cables that enable the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will be part of an international engineering center with advanced high voltage test halls, modern cable production and the cable laying vessel NKT Victoria. As Connectors, we collaborate to develop innovative technology that connects a greener and more sustainable world. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and operates in more than 30 countries.NKT - We connect a greener world. www.NKT.com.

Job description:

As a manager of shift industrial electricians and mechanics, you will have a central responsibility in the maintenance activities at our production facility. The role combines daily coordination, personnel responsibility and safety work in an international industrial environment with high demands on structure and cooperation. You will be part of a global company in development, where maintenance and availability are crucial to the business.

Coordinate and develop maintenance work In the role, you are responsible for the industrial electricians and mechanics who work 5 shifts. You will work closely with production to ensure safe, efficient and well-coordinated maintenance work. The position includes personnel responsibility, participation in improvement work and follow-up of the results of the business.

Main responsibilities:- Participate in safety work, including incident reporting and risk assessments- Distribute and coordinate work within the department together with the planning function- Reprioritize staff resources in case of urgent maintenance needs- Follow up KPIs and finances and make decisions based on outcomes- Ensure skills development, mandatory training and employee interviews

The position is daytime and located on Verkö in Karlskrona. You report to Maintenance & Mech/EI engineering.

Operative and collaborative manager in maintenanceYou are a person who thrives on clear processes, order and safety in everyday life. You have a present and respectful approach towards others and contribute to a work climate where cooperation and improvement work are a natural part of the work. You are confident in taking responsibility for both people and operations and have the ability to create stability even when conditions change.

You also have:- Experience of maintenance in an industrial environment- Experience of personnel responsibility in maintenance or production- Knowledge of systematic safety work and risk assessments- Experience of monitoring KPIs and basic finances

If you also have experience of systems such as API, MES and SAP as well as structured improvement work, such as 5S or LEAN, it is a plus. Contribute to stable operations for tomorrow's energy solutions At NKT, we work to shape an inclusive work environment where people with diverse backgrounds can develop and contribute. We believe that diversity drives long-term success and that an open and inclusive culture creates a better and more sustainable work environment.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop in maintenance and production in an international organization. You will be part of a collaborative team where knowledge sharing, skills development and improvement initiatives are encouraged. The role offers great opportunities to grow over time and contribute to NKT's continued development.

Do you think the position sounds interesting? Then we would like to talk to you. Even if you don't meet all the requirements - tell us. Knowledge gaps can be filled and the most important thing is your potential, motivation and interest in contributing to our future.

Read more about our benefits here and listen to some voices from our employees here!

Apply via the link below no later than 2026-05-10. Selection is ongoing, which means that the position may be filled before this date. Please be aware that criminal record checks, alcohol and drug tests and personality tests are part of our recruitment process.

Please note that due to GDPR rules, we cannot accept any applications via email.

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