As a globally active manufacturing company with more than 22,000 employees worldwide (4,000 in Europe) and higher-than-average growth and development in the European Union, Hankook Tire offers advanced tire solutions for many applications. For many years, the company has been a supplier to the international automotive industry (including Audi, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Volkswagen) and top motorsports. Hankook’s tires often win awards in independent product tests and boast excellent EU label reviews. Commitment to sponsorship at international level – for example as an official partner of the UEFA Europa League - also contributes to increasing brand awareness.

Hankook Tire Europe Technical Center (ETC) based in Hannover, Germany is one of Hankook Tire’s five global R&D centers (along with Korea, United States, Japan, China) and is responsible for the development and testing of tire solutions for European road conditions – working together with premium European vehicle manufacturers. Indoor test operation and quality control for European tire production in Hungary are also controlled by ETC.

The following position at our location in Hannover is to be filled on a permanent basis as soons as possible:

IT Operation Administrator (m/w/d)

Your Tasks:

• Administer the entire computer network, including servers and IT infrastructure, to ensure optimal performance and security
• Select and purchase new hardware and software following established procedures and budgetary constraints.
• Support users through troubleshooting and resolving technical problems related to computer systems, software, and hardware components.
• Train users on software and hardware usage to improve efficiency and reduce support requests.
• Maintain accurate records of technical issues and solutions for future reference and analysis.
• Cooperate with IT departments in other R&D centers to coordinate procurement and deployment of new IT assets.
• Program small macros and develop software solutions for user support.

Your Profil:

• Degree in Information and Communication Engineering or Computer Engineering
• Communication and teamwork in an international work environment
• Ability to work independently, high resilience, and flexibility
• Fluent English, both spoken and written; German would be beneficial

What is awaiting you?:

• An inspiring work environment that nurtures your ideas
• Flexible working hours
• 30 days of vacation per year
• Regular team activities
• Opportunities for further education to continuously grow
• Free beverages and lunch provided
• Attractive employee benefits for Hankook tires