Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.
If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.
At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant, we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you.
Join a team where safety comes first. Where we support each other, learn as we go, and make space for everyone to grow and contribute. This is your chance to be part of something big - while being closer to nature and leading a balanced, purposeful life.
What you’ll do
Right now, we are looking for a Site Water Manager for our Mill Services team. Site Water Manager is responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted supply, treatment, and optimization of water resources across the entire site, including external stakeholder collaboration. This role demands full autonomy in decision-making, extensive stakeholder engagement, and a proactive approach to optimizing water quality and infrastructure. The position requires expertise in managing high-value contracts, overseeing service providers, and driving innovative solutions to enhance sustainability and efficiency in water management.
Specific to this role, the day-to-day tasks will include the following but as we are a growing company with very little silos between teams, other tasks might be included as well.
Lead, mentor, and develop the team through training, coaching, and clear direction while governing service partners and provider agreements.
Oversee WTP 1 & 2 service partnerships, including chemical supply, service contracts, lifecycle management, and O&M budget control.
Ensure water and wastewater quality compliance, providing advisory support to plant operations while safeguarding regulatory and contractual adherence.
Develop strategies for reliable raw and potable water supply, optimizing resource utilization, infrastructure reliability, and long-term asset performance.
Manage and optimize the distribution pipeline network, ponds, sewers, and related systems with strong governance, risk mitigation, and proactive maintenance planning.
Drive performance optimization and strategic initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce chemical use and costs, enhance sustainability, and align water management with business objectives through cross-functional collaboration.
What you’ll bring
You’re curious and believe that real progress happens when we work together. You’re not afraid to challenge old ways of thinking - and you treat others with respect while doing it. At Stegra, we value people who take initiative, build trust, and help create a workplace where everyone can do their best.
Specific to this role, we would like to see that you can tick off a fair amount of the boxes below
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, chemical, industrial, production engineering, or related field; water treatment or environmental compliance certifications are a plus.
Over 10 years of experience in water treatment and process engineering, including management of large-scale operations, ideally within heavy industry.
Strong background in contract management, budgeting, cost optimization, and involvement in projects, startups, or commissioning activities.
Experience working with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards and ensuring operational compliance.
In-depth technical knowledge of water treatment processes (e.g., ultrafiltration, demineralization, wastewater treatment) combined with plant performance analysis and project management skills.
Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration abilities; familiarity with Swedish labor and environmental regulations; fluent English required, with basic Swedish considered an advantage.
Benefits at Stegra
At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive.
You’ll receive fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements, along with benefits like up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature.
Read more about Benefits at Stegra here.
This is Stegra
Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.
By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.
Our Boden Site
Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life.