Head – Energy & Electrical Engineering

Minor Hotels Europe and Americas

Leiter (m/w/d) Energy / Elektrotechnik responsible for team leadership and electrical compliance in industrial settings. Overseeing plant operations and ensuring maintenance protocols in Kleinostheim.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeKleinostheim • 🇩🇪 GermanyLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Electrical Engineering leadership, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and optimizing operational reliability. Proficient in strategic planning, budget management, and developing electrical systems for industrial environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering LeadershipResponsible Electrical Specialist (VEFK)Medium- and Low-Voltage SystemsCAFM, ERP, and MS Office ProficiencyStatutory Regulations Knowledge (VDE, DGUV, BetrSichV)

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Hard Skills

Electrical Systems OperationMaintenance PlanningInvestment PlanningCommissioning New PlantsCreating Standards and Guidelines

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalytical Working StyleHigh Sense of ResponsibilitySocial Competence

Industry Keywords

Operator ObligationsOperational ReliabilitySafety AwarenessTechnical Construction ProjectsIndustrial Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Technical and disciplinary leadership and further development of the Electrical Engineering team
Serving as the Responsible Electrical Specialist (Verantwortliche Elektrofachkraft, VEFK)
Ensuring compliance with all operator obligations within the electrical responsibility area
Responsibility for the safe, economical and trouble-free operation of electrical systems and supply networks
Developing and implementing strategies to increase plant availability, operational reliability and security of supply
Creating standards, guidelines, procedures and work instructions
Preparing and managing maintenance, investment and budget planning, including a 5-year financial plan
Responsibility for commissioning new plants into regular operation
Implementing and supporting technical construction and infrastructure projects as client or client representative
Supporting and advising internal customers and departments on all electrical engineering matters
Selecting, qualifying and developing electrical specialists

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of professional experience leading electrical operations or maintenance organizations in an industrial environment
Experience as a Responsible Electrical Specialist (VEFK) or comparable qualification
Solid knowledge of operating medium- and low-voltage systems
Very good knowledge of relevant statutory regulations, standards and codes (VDE, DGUV, BetrSichV etc.)
Experience fulfilling operator obligations
Experience planning and implementing technical investment and maintenance measures
Confident use of CAFM, ERP and MS Office systems
Strong leadership and communication skills
High sense of responsibility and safety awareness
Business-minded and economically oriented thinking
Assertiveness and decisiveness
Structured, analytical and solution-oriented working style
High social competence in dealing with employees, service providers and management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package – attractive base salary plus bonus and support for private retirement provision
Modern working-time model – flexible control over working hours without time tracking, focus on result-oriented work
Regular time off – 30 days annual leave plus up to 6 additional days off (company closures on bridge days and between the years), special leave for significant life events, life-phase account for paid leave (e.g., sabbatical, early retirement)
Additional benefits – public transport subsidy, discounts at many (online) retailers, occupational health service with comprehensive preventive check-ups, sports programs and a staff canteen with freshly prepared meals every day
Sustainability and social engagement – sustainability as part of company strategy and targeted support for initiatives in education, family and science through dedicated foundations
Secure work environment – we always prioritize safety and your health comes first
Simple onboarding – you will learn your new area of responsibility through hands-on work within a cohesive, competent team