Project / Maintenance Manager

Job Description: Why join us Get ready to Own innovation as a Project / Maintenance Manager at Nutreco, an SHV company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us and place technical excellence at the heart of our operations as you Own your ideas, Own your direction and Own your career success . What you'll do You'll focus on delivering technical projects and maintenance initiatives that ensure the reliability and efficiency of our installations. Acting as project manager for CAPEX projects, you'll lead the process from design and budgeting through execution and delivery, while driving continuous improvement in maintenance standards and practices. You'll also: Develop technical project objectives, proposals, and plans aligned with operational requirements. Evaluate design alternatives, certify technical accuracy, and prepare cost estimates. Monitor installations, troubleshoot recurring issues, and implement corrective actions to optimize performance. Who we're looking for We're looking for someone who is responsible, proactive, and ready to Own this role . Someone with strong technical expertise, project management skills, and a passion for continuous improvement. You'll need to be a clear communicator, capable of collaborating across teams and influencing stakeholders. You'll also need: Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field). Experience in technical project management and maintenance within industrial environments. Knowledge of CAPEX project lifecycle, budgeting, and cost optimization. Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., TPM) and spare parts management. Strong problem-solving and leadership skills. What you'll receive As part of Nutreco, you'll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with a global footprint. Join us and you'll gain access to a wide network of expertise and international career paths. You'll also benefit from the backing of one of the world's largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus. In addition, you'll receive: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth across the SHV group. Support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture. A role where safety, sustainability, and innovation are at the core of everything we do. Local Benefits Fixed-term contract (12 months) with full-time hours (40 hours/week). Location: Alverca, Portugal. Health and safety prioritized in all operations. Access to local training and development programs. How and why to find out more We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you'll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future . So, if you're interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career . Our organisation: Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees.  Our mission is Feeding the Future. Equal Opportunity Employer:  Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.