Division Head of FAIR Accelerator Assembly (all genders)

The international accelerator center FAIR (Facility for Antiproton and Ion Research), one of the largest research projects worldwide, is currently being built in Darmstadt. FAIR is under construction at the existing research center GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung. At FAIR, matter that usually only exists in the depth of space will be produced and studied in the laboratory, in order to gain new insights into the evolution of the universe and the structure of matter. FAIR offers the opportunity to work in this international environment with a team that is dedicated to doing world-class science every day.

The FAIR “Site Management” (SMG) division is looking for an experienced Division Head of FAIR Accelerator Assembly (all genders).

Posting ID: 24.172-773200

The challenging and responsible task includes the coordination of the installation of the FAIR accelerator on the construction site and contribution to the implementation of the agreed installation strategy.  

Your tasks:

• Management of the division responsible for the large installation project (1 billion euro investment volume) for accelerator assembly, with thousands of complex individual components in collaboration with over 100 work package managers;
• Planning and coordination of the sub-projects for machine installation;
• Control of scheduling as well as cost and risk management;
• Ensuring installation quality through assembly and testing strategies with the associated work and testing instructions;
• Coordination of document management for the proper documentation of the installation process;
• Close cooperation with site management, particularly with regard to safety and logistical processes.

Your profile:

• Degree in physics or mechanical engineering, proven expertise in industrial plant engineering;
• Several years of experience in leading technical teams in large-scale projects in mechanical or industrial plant engineering;
• Relevant professional experience in the assembly of complex industrial plants;
• An advantage: Expertise in acceleration technology, in particular ultra-high vacuum, radiation protection, cryogenics, power supply and power supply units as well as control systems;
• Relevant experience in planning and managing complex multidisciplinary and international projects;
• Fluent written and spoken German (at least C1 level), English skills business fluent;
• Very good knowledge of MS Office, DMS and project planning software;
• High level of commitment, integrative leadership style, ability to work under pressure, transparent communication and a proactive and confident manner.

A strong interest in actively participating in the assembly of the FAIR accelerator system on the construction site rounds off the profile. The position is permanent. The salary is based on the public service collective agreement (Federal Government) “TVöD” applicable at FAIR.

We offer you a versatile, varied and challenging job in an above-average well-equipped workplace with interesting and varied tasks. Teamwork and the willingness to undergo further training are essential for us. GSI also offers various options for balancing family and career, mobile working, company health management services, company social counselling services, personal training and qualification opportunities, a job ticket, supplementary pension benefits, additional company leisure time and a company sports club ‘Schnelle Ionen’.

For further information, please contact Mr Reich (h.reich@gsi.de).

For more information about FAIR and GSI, please visit www.gsi.de and www.fair-center.eu.

FAIR promotes the professional development of women and welcomes women who feel particularly addressed by this advertisement.

Qualified applicants with a disability will be given preference.

Please send your complete application documents, including your salary expectations, with details of your earliest possible starting date, by quoting the Posting-ID 24.172-773200, until 17.12.2024 via the online portal on our job site.