Local Connectivity Service Owner (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Solvay Secured Network Team provides a complete and seamless set of network and security services, covering all Solvay industrial and non industrial sites over the world (70 user sites, including 40 plants, 5 Data Centers, Cloud services). Secured Network Team is part of Solvay Digital Technology Infrastructure team. 
• The technical environment includes: Wifi, LAN, SD-WAN, SSE, Internet Access, Local FW, Central security for Remote and Cloud Access. 
• All operations Network and Security operations are delivered by a Network Operation Center. The Local Connectivity Service Owner is in charge of: 
  • Managing the Local Area Network (LAN, WIFI and IP Asset Management) and securing the service delivery (SLA).
  • Managing the services provided in his scope (NOC).
  • Managing the inventory, lifecycle, upgrade and modernization of the Local Network devices, respecting the Security and Business needs.
  • Managing the lifecycle of the catalog of devices, configurations and network segmentation.
  • Managing costs, budget and procurement process, service or vendor contracts.
  • Managing technical documentation and building and optimizing a LAN Service Catalog for our internal customers.
  • Building and improving the Knowledge Article Database on the LAN perimeter.
  • Working transversally with different pools/silos that rely on our LAN services (Plant Evolution Projects, Industrial Needs, etc). 
  • Collaborating with OT Network Engineers and DT Site Managers/DT Site Engineers to review the local connectivity requirements and provide the connectivity services accordingly.
  • Ensuring compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements for local networks.
• We offer a permanent contract based on a hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Network Engineering, Information Technology, or a comparable field.
• Relevant work experience in Local Connectivity Management or LAN Operations.
• Competencies:
  • Strong knowledge of Local Area Network applied to a Cisco environment.
  • ITIL Service Management.
  • Experience with Manufacturing/Industrial/Chemical-centered environments.
  • Network Architecture (LAN, WLAN, Good Practices, Standards, etc).
  • Technologies Cisco WLAN/LAN/ISE/DNA Center, Cisco Certification.
  • Expert in configuring, managing and supporting local area network (LAN) services to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance across organizational sites.
  • Expert in complying with given governance, managing risk and assuring overall connectivity quality.
  • Proficient in managing vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs to ensure cost-effective and high-quality network services.
• Behaviors:
  • Customer and Service Oriented mindset.
  • Proactive in identifying and addressing local connectivity risks and inefficiencies.
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure reliable and secure network services.
  • Adaptability to changing site-specific requirements and technology landscapes.
  • Collaborative mindset to work effectively with IT teams, site managers, and vendors.
  • Accountability for maintaining high standards in local connectivity operations.
  • Problem-solving approach to address challenges with scalable and practical solutions.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country (Portugal) base pay reasonably expected for this role is 46 720 euros to 58 400 euros, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

• While the preferred location for this position is Lisbon, Portugal, we might be able to consider other Solvay locations.

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.