Head of Facilities, Arvika

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Are you a curious, relationship-driven leader who enjoys building trust, challenging ways of working, and creating value through collaboration? Do you like combining operational responsibility with a broader perspective, and contributing both locally and globally? If so, this may be the opportunity for you.

About us

Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, and construction equipment. In Arvika, we are now strengthening our organization with a role that supports key areas such as property, maintenance, real estate and security. The role is part of a broader function that contributes to the development and performance of the site, ensuring that our facilities and operations support the business in the best possible way.  Volvo Group’s global core plant for wheel loaders in Arvika is a dynamic and versatile operation with more than 900 employees manufacturing high-tech machines that create value for customers and societies around the world. 

The team and the role

We are now looking for a Head of Facilities to take on a central role in our management team in Arvika. You will report directly to the Head of Operations Arvika.In this role, you will work closely with colleagues across the organization, including property, maintenance, project, operations, and support functions, as well as with colleagues in Volvo Construction Equipment. You will be an important link between local needs and the wider organization, helping ensure that the site runs smoothly, secure, and efficiently.This is a role with both operational depth and strategic scope, where you will help shape how we work going forward.   

What you will do

As a member of the site management team you play a vital role in developing the factory for tomorrow. As Head of Facilities, you will have the real estate responsibility with focus on facility management, property- and production maintenance, including security and facility services. 

Your responsibilities will include:

Developing the facilities function in Arvika
Managing budget, maintenance planning, and follow-up
Contributing to construction and development projects in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Coordinating services, orders, and maintenance activities with internal and external partners
Ensuring compliance with relevant directives, legal requirements, and authority regulations
Reviewing finances and agreements
Supporting initiatives within property, maintenance, and security

You will also be part of an exciting transformation journey as Volvo continues to invest in the future of the automotive industry. This is a completely new role, where additional responsibilities may be added over time. This is a unique opportunity to take on a broad and impactful role in a world-class operation with a strong and forward-looking culture. The role includes both established responsibilities and several new and evolving areas, giving you the opportunity to shape, influence, and grow. You will contribute globally while acting locally, making a difference for colleagues, the business, and society.

Who you are

We are looking for someone with experience in property, maintenance, security, or a related field, who combines structure with flexibility and a solution-oriented mindset. You feel comfortable planning and following up, while also adapting when needed. With strong communication and relationship-building skills, you create trust, collaborate across teams, and engage stakeholders in an inclusive and natural way. You are curious, open to learning, and confident in questioning existing ways of working to support continuous improvement. You enjoy leading projects, coordinating across functions, and balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day delivery. You are fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.The following are considered advantages: a university degree in engineering, construction, property, security, or similar; several years of relevant experience; experience in maintenance planning, budgeting, and follow-up; good understanding of property owner responsibilities and safety requirements; and experience from construction and/or maintenance projects.

What we offer:

At Volvo Group, you will join a team of experienced and committed colleagues who work together to deliver high-quality services in an innovative environment. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a culture that values teamwork, openness, and initiative. You will also have the chance to contribute both locally in Arvika and to the broader global Volvo Group context.

Location: Arvika, Sweden
Travel: Yes

If this sounds like your next step, we look forward to hearing from you. Interviews will be held continuously, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

In case you have questions, contact Hiring manager Mikael Liljestrand at mikael.liljestrand@volvo.com 
Application deadline: 28 juni.

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Who we are and what we believe in 
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ​We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ​We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. 

Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.