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Technical Service Manager

On-site in Santa Comba·Full-time·Added 2 months ago

GEA

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Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    GEA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Santa Comba

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • Driving licence (B)

    EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.

  • University degree

    “Titulación en Ingeniería Industrial, Ingeniería Eléctrica, Ingeniería Mecánica, Ingeniería Electromecánica o similar.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or similar.
  • Alternatively, a minimum of 3 years of experience in similar positions or technical responsibility roles.
  • Previous experience in technical team management or field service supervision.
  • Knowledge of electricity, automation, industrial mechanics, and electromechanical equipment.
  • Experience in maintenance, installation, or technical service environments.
  • Leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
  • Knowledge of IT tools and service management systems.
  • Availability to travel within A Coruña.
  • Driving license B.

Nice to have

  • English level is a plus.

The role

GEA Farm Technologies, a world leader in technological solutions for dairy production, is looking to hire a Technical Service Manager to lead Technical Service activities in the province of A Coruña, based in Santa Comba.

We are looking for a person with a solid technical background, experience in industrial or electromechanical environments, and the ability to lead teams. This position combines leadership, operational management, and customer orientation, being key to guaranteeing the excellence of the service provided to our customers and the development of the after-sales business in the region.

What will your mission be?

Lead and coordinate the field technical team, ensuring the correct execution of installations and services, driving people development, and guaranteeing the highest standards of quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

What you'll do

  • Lead and coordinate the service technician team in A Coruña from the Santa Comba office.
  • Guarantee the correct execution of installations, preventive maintenance, and corrective services for GEA equipment.
  • Plan and optimize the allocation of technical resources to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Supervise the main service area KPIs, including productivity, quality, response times, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
  • Ensure compliance with GEA quality and safety standards.
  • Manage the professional development, training, and evaluation of the technical team.
  • Provide technical support for complex incidents and customer escalations.
  • Drive continuous process improvement and operational excellence in the service area.

Key Competencies

  • Leadership and ability to motivate teams.
  • Customer and service orientation.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Organization and planning.
  • Proactivity and initiative.
  • Effective communication and ability to influence.
  • Results orientation.
  • Adaptability and change management.

Hiring process

2 steps3 interviews
  1. Online application · In your own time

  2. Application review

  3. Interviews

    With a Talent Acquisition Partner and hiring manager · 30–60 min · 3 sessions

    Typically three touchpoints; attendees are named in the invitation.

  4. Trial day

    Not every role

    Depends on the specific position.

  • If selected for interview, a Talent Acquisition Partner contacts you, usually within a few days.
  • You can reapply for the same position only after six months.

About GEA

GEA is a global technology group and one of the largest suppliers of process technology for the food industry and a wide range of other industries. The company focuses on sophisticated production processes, offering components and complete solutions for end-user markets such as food, beverage, dairy, and pharmaceutical. With a strong engineering heritage, GEA employs tens of thousands of people worldwide and operates in over 50 countries.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1881
Employees
10,000–20,000
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Santa Comba and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • GEA has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and service centers in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Santa Comba (Galicia), offering opportunities in engineering, sales, and after-sales service.
  • The company is a global leader in process technology, providing a strong platform for career growth in industrial engineering and project management.
  • GEA operates in over 50 countries, making it easier for international hires to transfer between locations and gain cross-border experience.
  • The Spanish operations focus on the food and dairy sectors, including specialized roles in dairy equipment and after-sales service, which are key industries in Spain.

In their own words

About the company & team

You will be part of a global company that is a benchmark in technological innovation for the dairy sector, leading a technical team key to our customers' success and actively contributing to the transformation and growth of the after-sales business in Galicia.

If you are looking for a project where you can combine leadership, technology, and customer proximity, we want to meet you.

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