Head of Operate CCUS

Job Title
:
Head of Ready to Operate CCUS

Requisition : 17326

Location
:
Zug, CH, 6300

Pay Type
:
Salary

Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 48,000 employees in 45 markets worldwide. Holcim offers high‑value end‑to‑end building materials and solutions, powered by premium brands such as ECOPlanet, ECOPact, and ECOCycle.

The Head of Ready to Operate will develop and train the Operations and Maintenance organization to safely and sustainably run the future CO₂ value chain in conjunction with existing cement facilities. This includes developing structures, ensuring SOPs and procedures, defining tools and training, and integrating Plant of the Future requirements.

• Set up the commissioning structure and teams.
• Support the CCUS teams in integrating this strategy into the country’s CCUS project.
• Ensure cost‑effective implementation and act as the design authority for Operation and Maintenance for CCUS projects.
• Contribute to the evaluation and promotion of plant‑of‑the‑future applications and use of digital tools.
• Develop contracts for Operation and Maintenance support for new assets and set performance criteria for vendors.
• Conduct pre‑startup safety reviews (PSSR), HAZID, HAZOP, and SIL audits, and test critical safety interlocks prior to energisation.
• Validate certification for the start‑up of operations (RFSU) and provisional acceptance tests.
• Ensure reporting structures and systems demonstrate compliance with environmental permitting requirements.

• Define future Operations and Maintenance requirements across the entire CO₂ value chain, including cement plant operations.
• Manage and structure the preparation of future Operations and Maintenance requirements.
• Design future Operations and Maintenance organisations corporately and in-country.
• Develop the ready‑to‑operate organisation in CCUS‑CAPEX.
• Define minimum design requirements/criteria for CCUS projects from an Operations and Maintenance perspective.
• Coach country teams to achieve high uptime and minimal cost.
• Set up structures for flawless commissioning and start‑up.
• Define continuous improvement structures (key KPIs) to capture lessons learned.
• Develop training programmes, including Operator Training Simulator.
• Build the Holcim CCUS Academy.

• 5‑10 years of Operations and Maintenance experience, ideally in gas plants; cement plant experience is an advantage.
• Experience in an Operating and Maintenance Management role (e.g., Plant Manager).

• Good understanding of KPIs and their impact on EBITA.
• Deep knowledge of Operations and Maintenance requirements.
• Deep understanding of gas processing facilities, process safety, pressurised equipment, cryogenic equipment, rotating equipment, and industrial maintenance strategies.

• Forward‑thinking and ability to envision new business/operations environments.
• Motivational skills and persuasive communication.
• Coaching capability for transformational journeys.
• Relationship building with multiple stakeholders.
• Systemic and project‑wise delivery management.
• Strong communication in multi‑cultural environments.
• Ability to work under pressure in a matrix organisation.
• Open mind for innovation and change.
• Team player committed to ethics and values.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Self‑starting and innovative mentality.
• Strong analytical skills and decision‑making ability.

• Influence‑based leadership.
• Technical decision‑making for complex industrial projects.
• Risk forecasting, analysis, and mitigation.
• Effective management and communication skills.
• Timely and accurate reporting.
• Negotiation capability with Holcim and external parties.

• BSc or MSc in a technical discipline.
• Ideally 15 years of experience in a plant/industrial environment.

• Fluency in English (oral and written).
• Other languages are a plus.

• Hybrid work contract.
• Family support: subsidised childcare and paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Professional growth: company‑sponsored training and development.
• Discounts and perks: subsidised meals, exclusive discounts, and company gifts.
• Long‑service awards.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Pension and savings scheme.

Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We support equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender, sexuality, disability, or age.