Vacant job

"This is a role for you if you want to see the real results of your work. You lead investments that strengthen our production, improve safety, and contribute to Ovako's continued development. Here, you take responsibility from idea to finished solution." – Tomas Andersson, Project Manager BU Hofors/Hällefors

Shape the future of steel production

At Ovako, we combine over 300 years of industrial experience with modern technology and a strong focus on sustainability. Through continuous investments in our facilities, we develop production, safety, and efficiency while driving the transition towards a more sustainable steel industry.

We are now looking for an experienced Project Manager for Hofors who wants to take a key role in executing some of our most important investments and development projects.

Here, you will work close to the operations and see how ideas are turned into concrete improvements in production – every day.

"The projects are complex. The assignment is clear. The results will be lasting. What you help build will be an important part of our operations for many years to come," concludes Tomas.

About the role

As a Project Manager at Ovako, you lead investment and development projects from preliminary studies to commissioning and handover to operations.

You are responsible for the project's economy, schedule, and execution, coordinating internal resources, contractors, and suppliers throughout the project's lifecycle. The projects are carried out in a technically advanced industrial environment, often parallel to ongoing production, which places high demands on planning, risk management, and safety.

Your responsibilities include, among other things:

• Leading investment and development projects within production and facilities
• Responsible for budget, calculations, forecasts, and follow-up
• Coordinating internal resources, contractors, and suppliers
• Ensuring a safe and efficient execution through risk analysis and project management
• Coordinating technical installations within mechanics, electricity, and automation
• Participating in testing, commissioning, and handover to the organization
• Ensuring that projects are carried out with minimal impact on production and in accordance with current safety requirements

Your profile

We are looking for you who have solid experience in project management within heavy industry and who thrive in an environment where technology, people, and business meet.

You have a relevant technical education or equivalent experience and are accustomed to driving investment projects within industrial operations. You feel confident in the dialogue with production, maintenance, suppliers, and contractors and have the ability to create structure, handle risks, and ensure progress in projects carried out parallel to ongoing production.

We would like you to have experience with:

• Investments and CAPEX projects within industrial operations (Steel, metal, mining, or process industry)
• Tendering, contracting, and supplier management
• Mechanics, electricity, and automation in industrial environments
• Reconstruction and development of existing production facilities
• Risk management and safety work in production-proximate environments
• Fluent communication in Swedish and English, both verbally and in writing.

Who are you?

You are a confident and structured project manager who creates engagement and progress even when conditions change. With a strong safety mindset, good technical understanding, and natural leadership, you get people to work towards common goals.

To succeed in the role, we believe you are:

• Structured and result-oriented
• Clear and communicative
• Solution-oriented and proactive
• A skilled coordinator who thrives in complex project environments
• Confident in making decisions and taking responsibility
• Safety-conscious and business-minded

Why Ovako?

At Ovako, you have the opportunity to work in the heart of Swedish industry and drive projects that have a direct impact on production, safety, and the company's future development.

You become part of an organization where innovation, sustainability, and long-term perspective permeate the operations. Here, you have great personal responsibility, engaged colleagues, and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Application and information

In this recruitment, Ovako has chosen to collaborate with AxÖ Consulting. For questions about the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact:

Fiddelie Nyvall
[email protected] | 070 844 61 12

Linda Axäng
[email protected] | 079-340 54 42

All applications are treated confidentially.

Please note that the advertisement is published during summer and holiday periods, which may mean slightly longer response times than usual. We thank you for your patience.

Background checks will be conducted for final candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We look forward to receiving your application!

About Ovako

Ovako is a leading producer of clean, high-quality special steel for the bearing, transport, and manufacturing industries. Our steel is manufactured from 97% recycled material and enables strong and lightweight solutions with a world-leading low carbon footprint.

With approximately 2,500 employees and a turnover of 900 million euros, Ovako operates in over 30 countries. The company is a subsidiary of Sanyo Special Steel and part of Nippon Steel Corporation, one of the world's largest steel producers.

Our purpose is clear: Together we create steel for a sustainable society.

AxÖ Consulting AB has long and solid experience from the recruitment and consulting industry and has worked with both the private market and the public sector. For more information and application, visit www.axoconsulting.se. Unfortunately, we do not accept applications via mail or email.

We look forward to receiving your application.