The GELITA Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of collagen proteins and is represented on all continents with more than 2.900 employees and 20 sites. With our global presence and expertise, we provide natural collagen protein solutions in the food, health and nutrition markets as well as in the pharmaceutical and medical industries. In addition, our products offer a wide range of exciting innovative technical applications. Guided by our GELITA Values and scientific research, we drive innovation and consistently focus on excellence, experience and customer orientation.

What you will contribute

The Utilities Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the continuous, safe, and efficient supply of all industrial utilities, including power, water, steam, refrigeration, and wastewater treatment systems, required to sustain uninterrupted plant operations. This role contributes strategically to the business by leading energy transition initiatives and driving operational expenditure (OPEX) optimization. This is a mid-to-senior level position with significant organizational impact. Ineffective coordination of utilities can disrupt the entire production chain, compromise environmental compliance, and result in substantial financial liabilities.

What we will achieve together

Ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all utilities systems, including adherence to regulatory and environmental requirements.
Manage utilities-related contracts, standardize operating procedures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence and energy efficiency.
Oversee the utilities budget (OPEX), monitor performance indicators, and implement cost reduction and resource optimization strategies.
Lead energy management initiatives to reduce water, fuel, and energy consumption while improving asset performance.
Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance activities to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.
Serve as the primary technical liaison for audits, inspections, and environmental compliance matters.
Collaborate closely with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure reliable utilities support for manufacturing operations.
Promote awareness and best practices for the efficient use of utilities resources and support the implementation and commissioning of new utilities equipment and systems.

What makes you stand out

Required Experience:

Proven experience leading and developing technical teams, including technicians, operators, and maintenance personnel.
Demonstrated track record in departmental budget management and direct interaction with major service providers and contractors.
Hands-on experience in the application, inspection, and compliance management of regulatory standards, including NR-13.
Strong knowledge of industrial utilities systems, such as steam generation, compressed air, refrigeration, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and power distribution.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
Postgraduate degree or MBA in Project Management, Maintenance Engineering, Energy Management, or a related discipline is a plus.
Active professional registration with the Regional Engineering and Agronomy Council (CREA).
Intermediate to advanced English proficiency, with the ability to read technical documentation and interact with global corporate stakeholders.

We value the diversity of our employees and are convinced that an inclusive working environment leads to better and more sustainable results. We therefore always make our selection decisions on the basis of competence and performance, regardless of personal or socio-cultural characteristics and beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations!

What awaits you

Exciting and varied fields of work and tasks that relate to the "big picture" in a global company. Plenty of creative freedom, intercultural collaboration, perspectives and projects worldwide.
Commitment to sustainability and contribution to the creation of natural products and production processes, based on the principle of the circular economy.
GELITA Competency Model and targeted systems and processes for your professional development. Learning opportunities for all employees. Talent identification and development with global and local development programs, coaching and mentoring.
Holistic approach to promoting the health of our employees. Full benefits packages, employee assistance programs, mental health awareness.
Working environment in which safety and the production of high-quality products have top priority. With regular training and consistent implementation in everyday life through our GoSafe program.
Attractive total compensation packages with bonus options and a full offering of health and wellness benefits, including retirement contribution match.
Comprehensive and structured orientation and onboarding process.

Your Contact Person

Amanda Versuti

Team Leader HR Development & Culture

Our greatest competitive advantage is having the right people on board. At GELITA, the purpose of our Talent Acquisition team is to source, attract, develop and retain individuals who align with our organizational culture, creating value for the business and supporting the achievement of our long-term goals.