Join Our Team as ViaTwo Plant Manager: Shaping the Future of Battery Technology

About Vianode

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode’s breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya Norway.

The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode’s long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading financial company Altor.

About the Role

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced Plant Manager to have overseeing responsibility of the operations, development, and financial performance of our ViaTwo plant in Canada. Responsibilities include leading the various Plant Operations Teams, managing EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety), production, maintenance, and quality. The position also requires the implementation and utilization of the Vianode Business System, driving digitalization initiatives, and maintaining effective communication with authorities and the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee ViaTwo, manage and support various teams within the plant
• Establish relationships and maintain strong connections with authorities and the local community
• Foster team work in the plant and develop leadership skills among all employees in the assigned area
• Take responsibility for budgeting and achieving financial targets 
• Address HR matters in line with established policies and processes
• EHS and Operational KPIs: Ensure the assigned area meets Environmental, Health, and Safety standards and operational key performance indicators
• Drive continuous improvement for development, and profitability of the plant
• Lead and participate in relevant meetings, periodically review, update, follow up, and report on targets

EHS Responsibilities

• Adhere to EHS policies - conducting work tasks in accordance with Vianode's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and practices
• Act as a role model with a high level of EHS focus and consciousness
• Ensure that direct reports comply with EHS standards, policies, and rules
• Oversee site safety activities within the plant
• Demonstrate commitment and leadership to achieve an incident-free safety culture
• Ensure that employees receive needed training and education on EHS matters
• Address any observed safety and environmental issues promptly
• Discuss safety concerns openly and bring them to the attention of relevant stakeholders
• Identify opportunities for EHS improvements and assist in implementing corrective actions

DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Responsibilities

• Foster Inclusivity, work inclusively and collaboratively, respecting individual differences
• Comply with the Vianode Code of Conduct, values, and Vianode Business System (VBS) principles

Authority

• Manage budget and control costs within the assigned area
• Approve invoices related to the area of responsibility
• Ensure compliance with the Vianode authorization structure

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in relevant leadership roles, preferably within larger organizations
• Strong interest and ability to comprehend Vianode’s product portfolio and production processes
• Excellent ability to understand and address customer needs
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• Proficiency in English with excellent relationship building and management skills
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Capability to coordinate and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience working in cross-cultural environment
• Mobility and openness to travel

Other Skills & Behavioral Competencies

• Ability to motivate and lead
• Translate strategies into measurable results for Vianode
• Develop partnerships, influence and negotiate
• Ability to set ambitious goals and enable the the team to achieve them
• Motivating, inclusive, and communicative leadership style

Educational Qualification

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Business Management, Finance)

Location: Onsite, South West Ontario (specific location TBC)

• Onsite with visits to engineering offices, contractor offices and sites for walkthrough and other team meetings

At Vianode, we believe in “The power of we.” The Vianode way is collaboration on every level. Together, we unleash a force greater than the sum of each one of us, and we acknowledge every individual effort in our shared accomplishments.

You are a great fit for our team if you:

• Take charge and enjoy being part of a fast-growing, agile, pioneering company that depends on personal initiative, responsibility, and drive.

• Like to challenge the status quo by being courageous and committed.

• Want to keep learning, personally and professionally, and continuously pursue opportunities to develop and improve.

Why Join Vianode?

Join us on our mission to deliver the most efficient solutions to reduce battery industry emissions. Together, we're pioneering anode graphite technology for a carbon-neutral society, paving the way for the green transition and a more sustainable future.

Apply today !

Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.