project manager (operations & maintenance) (heraklion)

Our People, Our Energy!

The Company

THALIS E.S., a subsidiary of Motor Oil Group, aims at sustainable harmonious development and promotes solutions for the transition to a circular economy, addressing climate change and strengthening the resilience of environmental infrastructure. THALIS E.S. invests in innovation and the development of new products and services and promotes excellence in production, contributing to the formation of a dynamic environmental market by introducing sustainable organization and management solutions.

The Motor Oil Group

At Motor Oil Group, our people are our energy!

We support the Greek economy with exports to over 75 countries, thousands of employees, and continuous new investments. We work together to shape the future of energy and we focus on developing and empowering our people, cultivating their talents that will shape our future journey towards the energy transition.

Starting with the role:

Currently, we are seeking to hire a Project Manager to join the O&M team based in Heraklion, Crete.

During your day you will:

• Manage and overview operations & maintenance to ensure the efficiency of the plant operations and the resolution of any issues that arise, as per operations license and contractual terms.

• Cooperate with the Operation & Maintenance team in order to define the project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility 

• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress and deadlines as per contractual terms

• Define and coordinate required resources and third parties/vendors/ subcontractors for the flawless execution of projects and performs on site supervision when required 

• Be responsible for Health & Safety Measures

• Monitor budget and propose any necessary adjustments to meet budgeting objectives (e.g. provision for maintenance works, supplies as per contract, etc)

• Develop and maintain required spreadsheets, diagrams, process maps and other project documentation (e.g. employee attendance log, the work event log, other general and special programs)

• Participate in the preparation of reports to top management on project issues, performance, progress and compliance to contractors’ agreements’ terms & statutory regulation and proposes improvements 

• Handle and monitor management and accounting mailing

• Manage changes and improvements to the project scope, project schedule and project costs

• Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques 

• Cooperate with third parties/vendors/subcontractors and all stakeholders involved 

• Participate in the drawing up of final contracts regarding the equipment supplies and services

• Handle the payment process for suppliers and subcontractors as per contractual terms

• Support licensing process from Authorities for the plant operation

• Support handling of insurance companies’ claims for the project (if any) (e.g. collection of evidence, documentation etc)

What you need to stand out:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field 

• Master’ degree in Engineering or Waste Management related field will be considered an asset

• At least 5 years professional experience in operations and maintenance field industrial Sector (ideally in Solid Waste Management Facilities and biogas exploitation)

• Previous experience in Project Management and Performance Management

• Strong working knowledge on Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project Manager, AUTOCAD

• Fluency in English (proficiency in writing, reading, speaking)

• Analytical skills, attention to detail and accuracy.

• Organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Our Compass is the #ACTION

#A_uthenticity

#C_ompassion

#T_eamwork

#I_ntegrity

#O_wnership

#N_ever giving up

What gives us energy:

• Friendly and fast paced environment, being always at the heart of the #action

• Continuous learning to empower our teams

• Career Development opportunities across the Motor Oil Group

• Competitive compensation package

*We @Motor Oil Group are an equal opportunity employer.

Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We recruit, employ, train, and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic characteristics, or any other protected status. Our commitment is to maintain an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.