Head of Operations Technology; Facilities

Head of Operations Technology (Facilities)

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Job Description Are you ready to lead the digital transformation within building operations and drive smart-building innovations at LEGO?

Lead the charge in revolutionizing facility management at LEGO by driving digitalization, improving smart‑building technologies, and ensuring seamless operations with a dynamic team of specialists.

• Lead and develop a team of technical specialists across Building Management System, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Operational Technology networks, and Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Drive digitalization and smart‑facility maturity to enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure stability and reliability of all Facility Management systems, including BMS, SCADA, and energy systems.
• Collaborate with Global Facilities Management, Global Workplace Engineering, and Global Operational Technology on standards and governance.
• Manage interfaces with the Integrated Facility Management partner, ensuring clear governance and system access rules.
• Own the FM technology roadmap and commissioning readiness, managing vendors and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with LEGO global standards, OT cybersecurity, and U.S. regulations.

The Facility Management organization WS&O at LEGO Manufacturing Virginia is dedicated to ensuring that all buildings, utilities, and technical systems operate safely, reliably, and efficiently. By integrating Mechanical, Electrical, Utilities, BMS/SCADA, Compliance, Projects, Asset Data, and IFM governance, the department enables the factory to run at full performance every hour of the day. As Head of Operations Technology, you’ll play a critical role in connecting facility operations with digital infrastructure, supporting the broader organization by safeguarding uptime, optimizing energy use, and strengthening compliance.

Your leadership will provide the digital backbone that allows production, logistics, quality, and engineering to operate seamlessly, ensuring LEGO’s commitment to operational excellence and innovation.

• Proven experience in Facility Management systems, Building Management System, utilities, or automation.
• Strong understanding of all Facility Management subject areas.
• Proven leadership experience with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Experience in sophisticated manufacturing environments beneficial.
• Advanced education in Engineering, Facility Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience, highly desired.

• Pragmatic and proactive, with a focus on continuous improvement and ownership.
• Balanced communicator, skilled in strategic and operational interactions with vendors.
• Collaborative team player, thriving in fast‑paced, multicultural settings.

• Relocation will be provided for this position.
• Minimal international travel required.

The salary for this position has a range of $ – $ based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we may amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you’re interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.

Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.

Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programmes run by local teams where you are based.

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