Site Leader

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Life at IBA:
At IBA, we’re not just building technology — we’re shaping the future of cancer care. Headquartered in Belgium and powered by over 2,200 passionate professionals worldwide, our mission is simple yet profound:
Protect, Enhance, and Save lives.

For almost 40 years, we’ve been at the forefront of innovation, developing cutting‑edge equipment and software for diagnostics, cancer treatment, and industrial applications.

As the global leader in Proton Therapy, we’ve helped treat over 140,000 patients and deployed more than 700 particle accelerators across the globe.

• Proton Therapy – delivering next‑generation precision treatment.
• Radiopharmaceuticals – supporting oncology care with premium services and equipment.
• Dosimetry – ensuring safety and quality in medical equipment.
• Industrial Accelerators – advancing technology for medical and industrial use.

Joining IBA means becoming part of a team that dares to push boundaries. We collaborate with the world’s top oncologists, engineers, and scientists to deliver life‑changing solutions.

We are looking for a Site Leader to take ownership of the site operations and maintenance for our Proton Therapy Center. In this leadership role, you will act as both a technical expert and a strategic partner, driving performance, developing your team, and ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

• Lead and manage site operations and maintenance, ensuring maximum system availability for patient treatments.
• Coordinate daily on‑site activities, manage priorities and liaise with subcontractors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Drive operational excellence, meeting contractual scope, compliance standards, timelines, and budget.
• Develop and mentor your team of Service Engineers, fostering technical growth and continuous improvement.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance planning and execution.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across electrical, mechanical, physics, and software systems.
• Monitor and report on budget performance and operational metrics.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Regulatory, and Safety (QRS) standards.
• Oversee HR aspects of team management in line with IBA policies and regulations.

• B.S. in Engineering, Physics, Electromechanical (or related field) or High School / Associate’s Degree with equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of leadership experience in technical service operations.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage stakeholders.
• Experience in financial / budget management and project management.

• Broad technical knowledge of integrated systems:
  Proton Therapy Systems, Electrical and Mechanical Systems, Software, Physics, Cyclotron, and CMMS.
• Familiarity with MS Office; LINUX, Python, SAP, Siemens Step 7, Jira and Service Max a plus.
• Knowledge of EHS regulations and LEAN maintenance practices.

• Mission‑driven and passionate about improving patient outcomes.
• Customer‑focused with a proactive, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Strong emotional intelligence and able to build trust across diverse teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to operate efficiently and effectively under pressure.
• Flexible to travel and work shifts/weekends as needed.

IBA offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to employee wellbeing and our values as a B Corp. Our plans are designed to support your financial, health, and personal needs—covering you and your family.

Approximate Salary Range: $103,400 – $136,700

• Life & AD&D Insurance (1x annual salary)
• Short/Long‑Term Disability (80% / 60% of pay)
• Medical, Dental, Vision premium subsidies
• Health Savings Accounts / Health Reimbursement Accounts contributions
• Wellness incentives (up to $500/year)
• 401(k) match (up to 4%)
• 10 weeks full paid Parental Leave
• Paid time off: 7 personal + 10 PTO days (first year)
• Tuition reimbursement & development support
• Emergency travel & employee assistance

Optional Benefits:
Voluntary Life Insurance, Pre‑paid Legal, Flexible Spending Accounts.