Operations Manager

Would you like to help solve tasks related to the operation of roads, cemeteries, sewage, cranes, pontoon bridges, waste management, etc., and are you good at leading employees so they gain more self-esteem and shared responsibility in these tasks? Are you good at coming up with simple and practical solutions and do you have the courage to teach these to others to enhance development? Then the Operations Manager position in Ilulissat might just be right for you!

Avannaata Municipality is seeking an Operations Manager for the Operations Department in Ilulissat. A strong person with knowledge in mechanics, general management, and an interest in the city's development is sought.

The position is a permanent employment that aims to ensure the operation of roads, cemeteries, cranes, waste management, etc. in Ilulissat and Ilulissat's 4 settlements, which are Ilimanaq, Oqaatsut, Qeqertaq, and Saqqaq.

You will have a daily workplace in Ilulissat, where you will have good opportunities to lead and motivate the operational staff, where you will be the leader of 1 operations assistant, 2 foremen, and around 50 employees in the contracting department, waste collectors, employees at the incineration plant, reception station, and dump, as well as dog vaccinators.

Within the department's areas, you will work with

To provide good citizen service, i.e., to investigate, understand, and process customer inquiries or refer to the appropriate authority.

Ensure responsible operation and supply within the technical area as decided by the municipal council.

Ensure that well-considered applications for construction wishes are submitted to the construction department each year, addressing the building and construction needs in Ilulissat and the associated settlements.

Ensure effective budgeting by following the action plan for the budget and creating monthly reports for the department head.

Ensure continued development and skill enhancement of the staff within operations and supply.

·Work together with the staff in Ilulissat to ensure that Ilulissat becomes part of the common structures in Avannaata Municipality.

Ensure that the staff within operations and supply have the same goals and tools for handling daily tasks.

You will be involved in realizing political goals, including the implementation of new initiatives, delegation of everyday tasks, as well as training and motivating employees.

Competencies

·Has a craft background such as mechanic, machinist, carpenter, electrician, or similar.

The ability to motivate and inspire your surroundings

·Good language skills in both Greenlandic and Danish

Interest in working in a politically led organization

·Good collaboration skills

Understanding the importance of meeting citizens at eye level and with respect

·Has at least a driver's license B, advantage for a large driver's license

Knowledge of the budget and can work within the budget.

·Preferably management experience

We offer

An interesting and varied job with responsibility

Good opportunities to gain experience in personnel management.

A challenging and exciting job

Salary and employment conditions:

Salary and employment will be in accordance with the AK agreement.

The position is desired to be filled on May 1, 2026, or by further agreement.

Housing cannot be provided for the position.

About Ilulissat

The position is physically located in Ilulissat, which, with its approximately 5,000 inhabitants, is the administrative, cultural, business, and educational center of North Greenland.

The municipality is undergoing rapid development, and there are therefore high demands for the municipal operations to always match both internal and external expectations for a public service organization. The city's picturesque location also offers unique opportunities for hunting, fishing, and sailing.

Contact

Further information about the positions can be obtained by contacting the Head of Operations & Environment Nîsínguak’ Lundblad Geisler at tel.: +299 38 77 18 or by email at nlge@avannaata.gl

Application

Applications accompanied by a CV, clean criminal record, and copies of diplomas and references should be submitted by clicking on "apply for this position" on the Avannaata Municipality's website.

Application deadline: April 6, 2026

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