Facility Manager Teruel

PLD Space·Teruel, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    PLD Space doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Teruel

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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Education & certifications

  • University degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar positions such as Plant Manager, Facility Manager, Site Manager, or Operations Manager in industrial environments. 
  • Proven experience in facilities, maintenance, operations, and general services management. 
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating suppliers and contracting companies. 
  • Experience in budget management and cost control. 
  • Previous experience in the aerospace, aeronautics, defense, automotive, or highly regulated industries will be valued. 

Languages

  • Fluent Spanish. 
  • English valued (B2-C1 level). 
  • French valued (B1-B2 level). 
  • Valid driver's license. 
  • Own vehicle. 
  • Availability to work on-site in Teruel and to make occasional trips as required by the activity. 

About the company & team

  • Lead, develop, and motivate the maintenance, facilities, and general services team. 
  • Coordinate suppliers and contracting companies. 
  • Foster a culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. 
  • Participate in the selection, development, and performance evaluation processes of their team. 

About PLD Space

PLD Space is an international company whose mission is to transport satellites into space, vertically integrating the engineering, testing, manufacturing, and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Based in Elche and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a world reference in the small satellite launch vehicle sector. Its MIURA rocket family and its LINCE crew capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions.

PLD Space has more than 188,000 m² of technical facilities in Elche, Teruel, Kourou (French Guiana), and Duqm (Oman), allowing it to offer complete launch services for satellites and other payloads into space.

Teamwork, courage, determination, and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee autonomous and reliable access to space for satellites at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer the best launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, and national and international government agencies.

Mission

Ensure comprehensive management of the facility's operations, guaranteeing safety, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, infrastructure maintenance, and resource optimization, while contributing to the achievement of business strategic objectives and the highest quality standards required by the aerospace sector. 

Responsible for leading operational activities at the plant, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, sustainability, and safety. 

Operational and facilities management

  • Supervise the day-to-day operation of the facilities, ensuring the operational continuity of the site. 
  • Ensure proper preventive and corrective maintenance of buildings, equipment, systems, and infrastructure. 
  • Manage general plant services (energy, HVAC, safety, cleaning, waste, supplies, etc.). 
  • Coordinate expansion, improvement, and modernization projects for the facilities. 

Safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations regarding occupational safety, environment, and fire protection. 
  • Ensure compliance with the quality standards and regulatory requirements specific to the aerospace sector. 
  • Lead internal and external audits related to facilities, safety, and regulatory compliance. 
  • Implement corrective and preventive actions derived from audits and inspections. 

Economic management

  • Prepare, control, and optimize the annual maintenance and facilities budget. 
  • Identify opportunities for cost improvement and operational efficiency. 
  • Supervise service contracts and external suppliers, ensuring compliance with agreed service levels. 

Continuous improvement and projects

  • Identify opportunities to optimize processes, resources, and infrastructure. 
  • Lead Lean initiatives, continuous improvement, and energy efficiency. 
  • Drive projects related to sustainability and environmental impact reduction. 
  • Collaborate with different departments to ensure operational alignment with business objectives. 

Institutional relations and external coordination

  • Act as the liaison with public bodies, local authorities, and partner companies when necessary. 
  • Maintain proper relationships with clients, suppliers, and strategic partners related to plant activity. 

Technical knowledge

  • Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance management for facilities and infrastructure. 
  • Knowledge of regulations regarding Occupational Risk Prevention, Industrial Safety, Environment, and Quality. 
  • Knowledge of management systems, continuous improvement, and Lean methodologies. 
  • Proficiency in office tools, ERP, and CMMS/EAM systems. 
  • Additional training in Facilities Management, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Project Management will be valued. 

Professional competencies

  • Leadership and team development
  • Strong organizational and planning skills. 
  • Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement. 
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  • Negotiation and supplier management skills. 
  • Ability to make decisions in complex environments. 
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills. 
  • Proactive, autonomous, and with strategic vision. 

Health and wellness

  • Physiotherapy at our facilities.
  • 50% discount on your health insurance.
  • You can add family members to the health insurance at a competitive price.
  • Healthy snacks and fresh fruit.

Find your work-life balance

  • 23 vacation days + December 24th and 31st off.
  • Flexible working hours.

Never stop learning

  • We promote hands-on learning.
  • We promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork.

Financial health... and flexible compensation.

  • On-site daycare.
  • Restaurant tickets.
  • Transportation.
  • Training.

Values

We have five core beliefs that guide how PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies.

  • Teamwork.
  • Effort.
  • Dynamism.
  • Commitment.
  • Make it simple.

Join us to reinvent the way rockets are built!

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About the company

PLD Space

PLD Space

Aerospace

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Spanish company
100-250 employees