R&D Manager, Feedstock and Pretreatment

5 days ago

Singapore Neste Full time
R&D Manager, Feedstock and Pretreatment

Are you our next creator of change?

This is for you who wants to have a real impact on creating a healthier planet for our children every day. At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel and a forerunner in developing renewable and circular feedstock solutions for polymers and chemicals. Let’s create transformation for a sustainable future together.

Reasons to join us

Real impact right now. We work in an inspiring and evolving business environment, where everything we do serves one purpose: to create a healthier planet for our children. To drive a growing impact as a global leader in renewable and circular solutions we live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global growing company we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working.

Your part in Neste journey

In your role, you will

  • Lead and Inspire: Provide strong leadership and coaching to the F&P team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

  • Develop Talent: Proactively develop team members through workforce planning, competence development, and performance management.

  • Manage Operations: Oversee the daily laboratory work and resource allocation, ensuring efficient and safe operations.

  • Drive Improvement: Continuously improve working processes, facility and R&D infrastructure, and laboratory safety.

  • Shape Strategy: Support and contribute to Neste's overall strategy in the APAC region.

  • Collaborate: Work effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners to achieve shared goals.

You will work in cross-functional teams including other R&D line managers and project managers as well as stakeholders in the value chain, and also with external partners. Our work combines accountability, cooperation, and the desire to develop and renew. Working safely at all times is essential to all of us. You will report to the Head of APAC Innovation Center.

Keys to success in this role

  • Education: Master's degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., chemistry, chemical engineering).

  • Experience: At least 5 years of managerial experience in a relevant field.

  • Safety Focus: A proactive safety management mindset with a commitment to maintaining a safe working environment in a laboratory working with flammable materials/hazardous chemicals. Holding the Hazardous Substances licence is an advantage.

  • Leadership: Proven people leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing talent and fostering creativity.

  • Communication: Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

  • Collaboration: Strong cooperation and stakeholder management skills.

  • Attitude: A proactive, can-do attitude with a strong sense of initiative.

  • International Experience: Experience working abroad and/or in a global environment.

  • Organisational Development: Experience in organisational development and process improvement.

  • Continuous Improvement: Experience in continuous improvement methodologies e.g. Lean/Six Sigma.

  • Innovation: Ability to foster creativity and drive innovation within the team.

Our success is based on our people who are the driving force behind Neste’s transformation to become a global leader in renewable and circular solutions. The passion that we have for creating a healthier planet for our children is what makes us unique. We believe everyone is a leader and share a natural desire for collaboration. Our three values “We care, We have courage and We cooperate” are embedded in our everyday work. Working safely and responsibly at all times is essential to all of us.

Join us in creating a healthier planet for our children

Let’s get you started

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