Site Manager - German fluent (m/f/d)Verified as a real position

Who we’re looking for

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or in a similar supervisory role, preferably within the refining, petrochemical, or industrial services sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop personnel.
• Solid understanding of safety standards, quality management, and site operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, internal teams, and subcontractors.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to handle complex situations on-site.
• Willingness to travel frequently, primarily across Germany and Benelux.
• Fluent in German and English , additional language skills (Dutch, French) are a plus.

What you’ll do

• As a Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of service delivery at assigned customer sites. You will ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and operational excellence while coordinating resources and teams to meet project requirements and client expectations.
• You will be supervising and supporting our team/s on a client based set-up (Around 70-80%) across Benelux and Germany depending on project needs.
• Oversee and manage all on-site operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and project specifications.
• Lead and coordinate site teams, including technicians, subcontractors, and other personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and the company on-site, building strong customer relationships.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor daily work activities to meet project timelines and budget constraints.
• Ensure compliance with all internal company policies, industry regulations, and client-specific requirements.
• Manage logistics, materials, tools, and equipment to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to address safety, operational, and commercial challenges.
• Report regularly to regional operations and project management teams on site progress, challenges, and achievements.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and promote entrepreneurship and accountability within the team.

About the position

KES is a leading provider of engineered-to-order solutions and field services, focusing on sectors such as refining and petrochemicals. Our site managers play a crucial role in ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient operations at client sites throughout Europe.

Benefits

• At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions.
• At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
• Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.