For our department Global Competence Center Aggregates (CCA) we are seeking to recruit a Project Director Autonomous Mining (f/m/d).

The mission of this role is to deliver high value autonomous mining operations via the deployment of autonomous technologies through Heidelberg Materials HME fleet.

You will directly report to the position Director Global CCA. Your place of work is Heidelberg, Germany.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Identification of appropriate technologies to retrofit and automate existing fleet

Development of business case and project plan to understand location, equipment, scale and scope of autonomous deployment

Delivery of project plan via the project team, business stakeholders and third party providers to ensure determined business case is achieved

Constant review on incoming technologies with an aim to continue progressing automation and project pipeline past the existing project plan

Manage geopraphically dispersed technical teams

Develop project plan and manage plan to time and budget

YOUR PROFILE

At least a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/project management and/or relevant trade qualifications

Understanding of mining and HME applications with appropriate experience and or qualifications and to use this develop an appropriate automation strategy

Project Management experience

Understanding of project financials and use of this in building business case

Working knowledge of company operational processes and associated systems

Experience managing stakeholder expectations, communication, and leading stakeholder meetings

Able to display confident assertiveness, be resilient, achievement-orientated, possess high levels of energy and enthusiasm and be flexible, open minded and industrious

Possess strong interpersonal skills and have a proven ability to positively influence key internal and external stakeholders during periods of significant organisational change

Display demonstrable competence in planning, organising, coaching and conflict resolution

OUR OFFER 

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. That's why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:  
 

Flexible working time models with up to 50% remote working within Germany 

30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days 

Attractive compensation with profit share/bonus, Christmas, and vacation payment 

Multiple learning & development options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs 

JobTicket, JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g., gyms 

Company fitness room, various sports classes, health, and prevention campaigns 

Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women, International Network etc.) 

Modern headquarters next to the river Neckar with ergonomic workplaces and height-adjustable desks 

Canteen with discounted and healthy meals 

Bicycle and underground parking with charging stations – for e-bike and car 
 

... and much more.