Group Manager System Testing

Volvo Powertrain is the Strategic Centre for powertrain issues in the Volvo Group.The scope covers complete powertrain systems, components such as engines, transmissions and driven axles, including development, manufacturing, sourcing, partnership, installation service and support in close co-operation with the customers.Volvo Powertrain has operations in Sweden, France and North- and South America and Japan. Job Description The Product Development Laboratory (91600) is facing new challenges when moving from engine laboratory to a complete driveline laboratory, to be able to meet future demands from our customers - the product projects.Due to re-organization we are looking for a service minded group manager for System Testing (91632) within the department Test Operations (91630). System Testing's main responsibility is to perform system testing within Product Development Laboratory.Systems under tests are typically fuel system, cooling system, valve mechanism system and cold chamber test of complete engine and sub system.System Testing today consists of seven persons.As group manager you will be responsible for: .Financial planning and follow-up for your group..Defining goals for your group and follow-up..Secure and develop competence within the responsible area..Ensure that your group is constantly striving to deliver with quality, effectiveness and according to time plans..Take an active part in long term planning of investments and development of our operation.Qualifications You are an inspiring leader and have a genuine interest in working close with people as their coach.To take initiatives comes naturally to you, and you have a desire for improvements including processes and our way of working.You have the ability to set up and communicate goals, as well as delegating responsibility, to create commitment and obtaining results.With an open and honest attitude you are contributing to a positive atmosphere, and you have the courage and confidence to give and take feedback.Experience of working within a development organization is considered a merit.In this position you need to be fluent in English and Swedish.Contact In this recruitment, we cooperate with Manpower Professional Engineering. We want your application before 2008-09-28.