Head of Facility Management (m/f/d)

Job title:

Head of Facility Management (m/f/d)

Company:

BASF

Job description

WELCOME TO BASFAgriculture plays a fundamental role in fulfilling many of humanity’s basic needs: food, feed, energy. To support growers and those who take care of our environment, BASF develops innovative solutions for farming, pest control and landscape management – so that we can effectively contribute to improving people’s lives and business’ demands. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for sustainable agriculture at the Innovation Center of BASF Belgium Coordination Center CommV in Gent, Belgium.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTAs Head of Facility Management, you will drive the cost-efficient use and continuous availability of quality services and infrastructures, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and company safety standards. Your role will span five locations within the Gent Innovation Center where you will lead efforts to maintain excellence and drive innovation.

• Develop and implement the Facility Management Strategy for infrastructure and services, aligning with business goals and growth projections.
• Oversee mid and long-term planning, considering demands, resources, and budget proposals, while monitoring implementation, Capex budget, and inventory.
• Manage Facility Management Teams in Astene & Zwijnaarde, optimizing workflows and team competencies to achieve synergies between sites.
• Ensure excellent communication within the department and with internal customers.
• Maintain a Facility Management Catalogue, setting priorities and improvement actions.
• Conduct customer satisfaction surveys to enhance service quality.
• Supervise third-party contracts related to site facilities and services.
• Act as Chairman of CPBW.
• Collaborate with the QHSE Manager, Environmental Coordinator, and IT and Communications Department.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• Master’s Degree in Industrial, Civil, or Bio Engineering
• Min. 15 years of leadership experience in Utility and/or Facility Management
• Strong background in complex, high-tech environments such as hospitals, labs, or the pharmaceutical industry
• Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and inspire teams, demonstrating unifying leadership
• Strategic thinker with a clear vision, customer-oriented with experience in setting up and implementing SLAs
• Proficient in planning and project management
• Decisive and capable of handling resistance and setbacks
• Financial acumen with experience in budget management, including Capex
• Knowledge of or experience with social dialogue is a plus
• Fluent in Dutch and English

WHAT WE OFFER

• Responsibility from day one in a challenging but dynamic work environment and “on-the-job” training as part of a committed team.
• Competitive compensation including attracting benefits (a.o. a company car) as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.

ABOUT USDiversity is our greatest strength!Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us — in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.Ready to be part of our success story? Apply now!If you need more Information about the process or the vacancy, please reach out to Patrick at Talent-Acquisition-Bene@basf.comA unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant. And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.About BASFFind out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.Your applicationHere you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.Contact usYou have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Gent, BEBASF Belgium Coordination Center CommVGeneral ManagementPermanent119146ATS_WCMS_WEBFORM

Expected salary

Location

Gand, Flandre-Orientale

Job date

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 23:48:41 GMT

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