Head of Infrastructure & Services

FPRT — the defense manufacturer behind the long-range Flamingo cruise missile — is launching its first European production site in Vojens, Southern Denmark (near Skrydstrup Air Base). Starting December 2025, the new facility will produce solid rocket fuel, backed by the Danish government and creating hundreds of local jobs.

Head of Infrastructure & Services
Full-time
English: Advanced

The Head of Infrastructure & Services is responsible for all non-production technical operations, infrastructure, facility management, and HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) across the plant.

This role ensures that the site’s infrastructure, utilities, and safety systems operate reliably, sustainably, and fully compliant with Danish and international standards (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, AQAP).

The position plays a strategic role in maintaining an efficient, safe, and sustainable workplace — balancing productivity, employee wellbeing, and operational reliability.

As a C-1 level leader reporting directly to the CEO, this person manages multiple service functions and ensures that infrastructure and safety enable the factory to meet production, defense compliance, and sustainability goals.

Requirements

Education:

  • Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or Environmental/Safety Engineering preferable.
  • Advanced certifications in ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 / Project Management / NEBOSH are a strong asset.

Experience:

  • Minimum 10–12 years in infrastructure, facility, or HSE management in manufacturing or high-risk industries.
  • Proven record of leading multi-disciplinary teams (utilities, maintenance, safety, facility).
  • Experience with CAPEX projects, safety systems, audits, and sustainability programs.
  • Familiarity with Danish safety and environmental laws.

Skills:

  • Strong strategic and operational leadership.
  • Excellent coordination, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
  • Data-driven mindset; skilled in reporting and KPI tracking.
  • Fluent in English and Danish.

Main Responsibilities

1. Site Infrastructure & Utilities

  • Oversee all technical infrastructure: energy systems, HVAC, water, wastewater, compressed air, waste handling, and building services.
  • Manage site construction, maintenance, and expansion projects, ensuring full compliance with building, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Supervise Utilities & Energy Manager — ensure reliability, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance.
  • Maintain 99%+ operational uptime of all critical infrastructure systems.
  • Lead modernization programs — renewable energy integration, CO₂ reduction, and automation in facility monitoring.

2. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

  • Hold overall responsibility for HSE across the site.
  • Lead and mentor HSE Manager and HSE Inspectors.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSE policies, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, REACH, Danish AT guidelines, and defense-sector safety standards.
  • Monitor and analyze HSE KPIs (accident rates, near-misses, audit findings).
  • Conduct regular HSE audits, inspections, and drills, ensuring readiness and preventive culture.
  • Drive a “Zero Harm” safety mindset and lead safety culture transformation.
  • Oversee environmental management — emissions, waste disposal, chemical storage, and reporting to authorities.

3. Facility & Administrative Services

  • Manage Facility Management: canteen, cleaning, accommodation, uniforms, transport, and office spaces.
  • Oversee Administrative Services Manager to ensure smooth office and support operations.
  • Ensure excellent employee experience through workplace quality, amenities, and safety.
  • Implement cost control and continuous improvement in facility and admin services.

4. Maintenance & Technical Services

  • Coordinate maintenance programs for buildings, utilities, and site equipment (non-production).
  • Oversee Technical Service Team and ensure preventive and corrective maintenance schedules are followed.
  • Implement smart maintenance tools and predictive analytics (IoT, CMMS).
  • Collaborate with Production Engineering to ensure technical readiness and fast issue resolution.

5. Leadership & Strategic Planning

  • Develop and execute a 3-year Infrastructure & HSE Master Plan for the site.
  • Prepare and control CAPEX and OPEX budgets for infrastructure and HSE operations.
  • Report directly to the CEO on key metrics: uptime, HSE performance, energy efficiency, cost optimization.
  • Coordinate with CPO, CFO, CHRO, and Head of Quality to align cross-departmental initiatives.
  • Ensure that all site projects (infrastructure, HSE, services) meet defense-sector and sustainability standards.
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