Maintenance Manager

IT165 Valmet SpA; Mugnano; In loco; EUR 52.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Valmet SpA in Lucca, Italy is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the implementation of our mill maintenance operations agreement at a leading paper mill. You will collaborate with the GMM and customer teams to drive safe, efficient maintenance and long-term planning.

The role requires 5+ years in maintenance within pulp/paper industries, strong knowledge of mechanical and automation systems, and fluency in English (Italian a plus). Permanent contract with competitive salary.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance operations in the pulp, paper, or tissue industries.
• Knowledge of mechanical and automation systems.
• Experience in change management is valued.
• Problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Strong budgeting, networking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard office IT systems and scheduling tools.
• Fundamentals of planning and scheduling.
• Fluent English; Italian knowledge is a plus.

Mansioni

• Support the GMM in establishing safe operations for maintenance and site activities.
• Assist the GMM in developing a long-term maintenance plan, including budget preparation and cost control.
• Collaborate with the customer’s manager to create and implement action plans to meet targets.
• Support daily and shutdown maintenance work, guiding the team in day-to-day activities and emergencies.
• Assist troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Assist planners with scheduling and modifications to preventive maintenance tasks.
• Support the team during outages, ensuring cost control and work order closure.
• Handle personnel issues and develop team skills through coaching and training.

Conoscenze

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team coaching

Planning & scheduling

Finance & networking

IT skills

English fluency

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Do you have the energy and drive to ensure the successful implementation of our maintenance operations? We are looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee the implementation of our mill maintenance operations agreement in the beautiful city of Lucca, Italy. The agreement’s objective is to ensure successful maintenance operation in the customer paper mill. This is a unique opportunity to not only contribute to the success of a facility but also to shape the future of the maintenance across the entire mill. Be part of a forward-thinking initiative that values innovation and development in the heart of operations.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the GMM in establishing safe operations for maintenance and site activities, following country, Valmet, and customer HSE policies.
• Assist the GMM in developing a long-term maintenance plan, including budget preparation and cost control.
• In cooperation with the customer’s manager and related teams, create an action plan and implement required actions to meet or improve targets.
• Supporting in management of daily and shutdown maintenance work, providing needed instructions and guidance to the team in their day-to-day activities and during critical or emergency situations.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving.
• Assist planners with scheduling, planning, and making modifications to preventive maintenance tasks.
• Support the team during outages, ensuring cost control and work order closure.
• Handle personnel issues.
• Develop team skills and efficiency through coaching and training.

Expectations

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field
• 5+ years of experience in relevant maintenance operations in the pulp, paper, or tissue industries
• Knowledge of both mechanical and automation systems.
• Experience in change management is valued.
• Problem-solving techniques.
• Training and development of teams.
• Needed finance, networking, and communication skills.
• Office systems and IT skills.
• Fundamentals of planning and scheduling.
• Fluent in English; Knowledge of Italian would be considered a plus.

What we offer

Join a leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries, where you'll find an interesting role that advances both Valmet's and our customers' businesses. Enjoy a global business environment with numerous opportunities for personal growth and development, full support from experienced Valmet professionals, and an attractive compensation package.

Additional information

• Salary Range: €52,000-€70,000 gross annual salary (RAL), with classification between B2 and B3 level, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Employment Contract: Permanent employment under the Italian National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation Sector (CNEL C011).
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and individuals belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99.
• Application deadline: October 31, 2026

When everything works together Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. We work together with our customers throughout the entire lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of over 19,000 professionals close to customers; we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. At Valmet, diversity of thought drives innovation. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive environment, where people can be themselves and are supported to contribute at their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience, and potential, never on personal characteristics such as gender, gender identity, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, or political views.

Valmet is a global technology leader in serving process industries. We work with our customers throughout the lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services, as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of 18,500 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2025, Valmet’s net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.2 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

To protect our candidates' privacy, Valmet will never ask any personal information such as banking information or social security number during the recruitment process.