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Chief Operational Officer

Location:

Charleroi, Belgium Type:

On-Site Time:

Full time Posted:

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R0259232 Thales Alenia Space is a globally recognized player in telecommunications, navigation, earth observation, exploration, and the realization of orbital infrastructures. Thales Alenia Space Belgium is an expert in several high-tech fields and the world leader in energy conditioning and distribution on board satellites. DIRECTEUR DES OPERATIONS (COO) DE TAS BELGIQUE: Thales Alenia Space Belgium (TAS B) is looking for its new Chief Operational Officer. This entity generates an annual turnover of €100M with a workforce of 650 people across 3 geographical sites, the largest of which is located in Charleroi. Your Mission The Chief Operational Officer will be responsible for the daily management of operations, including: Supervision of the following activities: Production (6 production lines) Design for manufacturing and testing Process and Industrial Architecture Performance management, industrial projects, and LEAN Management of activities with dual reporting to various departments: Procurement Supplier Operations Information Systems and Processes Operations Planning and Forecasting Your Responsibilities Ensure performance, competitiveness, and compliance of DOP operations while respecting financial standards by: Supervising and coordinating manufacturing and production operations on site. Optimizing human resources with the help of HR (recruitment, training, and personnel evaluation). Ensuring compliance with quality, health, and safety standards. Implementing/optimizing processes to continuously improve operational efficiency. Collaborating with other departments to align operations with overall business objectives. Develop an industrial strategy consistent with TAS's overall objectives in Belgium, coordinating local operations with other TAS entities. Oversee order taking, quotations, and industrialization of new products in collaboration with various functional departments. Drive financial performance by consolidating data, producing reports, and monitoring investments. Lead a transformation project across our Belgian entities aimed at reducing costs and improving operational efficiency. Your Profile Master's degree in engineering, ideally in the aerospace sector or a related field. Significant experience in production management (factory/site management). Participation in an industrial transformation project, especially in reducing non-quality costs and/or structural costs. Experience in a matrix and/or transnational organization. Recognized leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and lead a multidisciplinary team. Strong numerical skills and ability to define reliable performance indicators. Proactive decision-making and effective problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship management skills. Strategic vision for improving operational efficiency and achieving business goals with a results-oriented approach. Proactive, adaptable, and innovation-oriented in addressing evolving operational challenges. Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written; Dutch is a plus. Willingness to travel 10% of the time to engage with counterparts at other sites. What We Offer: Opportunity to contribute to large-scale international projects in the space domain. A role at the heart of a transformation project for our entity. A permanent contract with a meaningful international technology company with strong values and broad career prospects. Attractive compensation with bonuses (group participation). A company car or bike as part of a cafeteria plan, including private use. Extra-legal benefits: hospitalization insurance, group insurance, 13th month, meal vouchers, mobile phone, internet subscription participation, net flat-rate expenses. On-site restaurant. 20 legal vacation days plus 12 RTT days. Permanent access to training through our Thales University. Thales recognizes all talents; diversity is our greatest asset. Apply and join us!

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