Maintenance Technician

Job title –Maintenance Technician

Location – Ellingsøy, Ålesund , Norway

Job model – On Site

Do you have technical expertise and a desire for a versatile job? Then you need to read on! Firmenich Bjørge Biomarin AS - part of DSM-FIRMENICH is looking for a new technician for our maintenance department in Ellingsøy, Ålesund. The technical department is a small, versatile department with high competence in several areas. The department supports, among other things, the operation of steam boiler facilities, refrigeration systems, process lines, and packaging lines. Our workday is very varied.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

Performing service and following up service agreements.
Maintenance/repair of technical equipment.
Following up on maintenance programs and investments.
Contributing to technical improvement of equipment.
Technical on-call troubleshooting, repairs of machines, systems, and process equipment.
Following up on the operation's internal control system
Managing our inventories, ordering, receiving, and logistics
Reporting operational deviations
Ensuring that the workplace is safe and tidy, and that all activities are carried out without risk of personal injury.

We offer

An exciting job in an industry that is continuously developing.
Good and engaged colleagues.
Good development opportunities in a large international company with favorable benefits.
Necessary certifications for the tasks.
Strong professional environment in the company.
Competitive conditions.
Start date by agreement.
The position reports to the Technical Manager.

You bring

Trade certificate or higher education in mechanical, HVAC, or electrical engineering.
Extensive experience in process, mechanical industry, HVAC, electrical, or similar can compensate for formal education Good professional insight.
Good computer skills and willingness to learn new systems
Proficient in Norwegian and English.
Forklift certificate, driver's license for cars.
Boiler operator or boiler attendant certificate.
Experience with welding.
Soft skills: systematic, accurate, and independent, has good collaboration skills and a good sense of humor, curious and solution oriented.
Experience in food production is a plus.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to

Agency Statement

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.