IT Infrastructure Supervisor

Norsk Hydro

Team Lead IT managing local IT operations at Hydro across Achim-Uphusen and Rackwitz. Lead teams to ensure stable and secure IT environments in a manufacturing setting.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeAchim-Uphusen • 🇩🇪 GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the local IT team, including goal setting, performance management, and employee development
Ensure stable operation of local IT infrastructure, applications, and services across both sites
Manage IT incidents, service requests, and operational challenges in collaboration with global support and expert teams
Plan, implement, and maintain local IT infrastructure, hardware, and software solutions
Drive local IT projects and contribute to global IT initiatives
Manage and maintain site-specific Active Directory environments and IT documentation
Ensure compliance with IT security, architecture, and governance standards
Support audits, change management processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
Coordinate external IT suppliers and service providers
Ensure high service quality in line with defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Represent Hydro’s global IT organization locally and build strong relationships with business stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree or vocational training in IT (e.g. IT Specialist for System Integration), ideally complemented by a degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in IT infrastructure and operations
Strong knowledge of network administration, IT support, and IT security
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an advantage
Proven leadership experience and ability to coordinate teams across multiple locations
Experience managing IT suppliers and external service providers
Structured, independent, and service-oriented working style
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with international stakeholders
Very good command of German and English, both written and spoken
ITIL knowledge or certification is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

A responsible leadership role with the opportunity to shape IT services and processes
A collaborative and supportive team environment with room for initiative and decision-making
Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a company car
The opportunity to work for one of the world’s leading aluminium and renewable energy companies, with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation
Opportunities for professional development, international projects, and long-term career growth
Flexible working hours and mobile working options according to company policy

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Hard Skills & Tools

IT infrastructurenetwork administrationIT supportIT securityActive Directoryservice managementchange managementcontinuous improvementproject managementperformance management

Soft Skills

leadershipteam coordinationcommunicationcollaborationgoal settingservice-orientedindependent workingrelationship buildingproblem-solvingstructured working style

Certifications

ITIL certification