Global Trainee Program – Outperformer Operations Track (m/f/x)

Outperform the Ordinary. Accelerate What's next

We are on the lookout for the next generation of leaders in Operations (After Market Service, Global Manufacturing) and you can be part of it. As a high-performing and post-graduate talent, you can think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to complex problems. We encourage you to question the status quo and share your ideas on how we can continuously improve our ways of working. Your curiosity and hunger for problem-solving can help us better our operational processes and make a difference in the world of construction.

What You'll do

This program is designed to prepare you for a rewarding international operations leadership career. In this fast-tracked, 2 years program, you’ll be placed at the heart of our customer-focused business model, providing you with a first-hand experience in our core operations functions from day one where you get to engage with senior management and have a dedicated mentor to guide you.
Within the program, you’ll rotate through various departments to gain a comprehensive understanding of our business and own your skills in different areas supporting your personal development. The program is split into 3 main stages:

• 12 months as a team lead in a plant or tool service center, coordinating shopfloor activities or leading a production technology project as Lean Manager or Process Engineer in your home region.
• 6 months rotation in digitalization, lean, quality, or logistics project in a plant or tool service center, focusing on operational excellence.
• 6 months assignment on an international strategic project, breaking free from the confines of your home region and contributing to transformative initiatives on a global scale.
  One of these stages may occur at our group company Oegland with Headquarters in Klepp, Norway.

What You’ll Bring

• (Soon to be) completed master’s degree in engineering, chemical, physics, or similar.
• You demonstrate a passion for Operations.
• You have just finished your internship or recently started your career and want an opportunity where you can perform well and progress.
• Multilingual – fluent in English and at least one other language, with international experience from work or studies abroad.
• Internationally mobile, a global mindset, keen on diverse cultural experiences and opportunities to work abroad.
• A flexible team player, curious, dedicated, with strong communication skills and the ability to inspire others.
• Global thinker, eager to learn, and keen on diverse cultural experiences and opportunities to work abroad.

What’s In It for You

Show us what you can do, and in return, we promise you the experience of a lifetime. We offer you a transformative journey filled with learning, growth, and invaluable experiences that will shape your perspective and personal and professional development. On top of that, you’ll also take part in some fascinating courses and events:

• Introductory Global Summit: Experience 4 days at our global headquarters in Liechtenstein, featuring the presence of our Executive Board and Global Senior Leadership. The summit offers a comprehensive overview of our business, while fostering soft skill development and meaningful collaboration with fellow program participants.
• Social Project Summit: 7 days dedicated to building a better future, with contribution to a hands-on, high-impact community project. This experience offers the chance to immerse yourself in a different culture while actively improving living conditions for those in need.
• Leadership Summit: An enriching learning journey in partnership with a renowned business school, featuring online modules and collaborative projects with fellow program participants. The experience concludes with a 5-day on-campus summit to deepen insights and to foster business and leadership skills.
  After the program, you are prepared to take immediate responsibility and join one of our global manufacturing, After Market Service, Oglaend team.

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.
Learn more about our recruitment process: https://careers.hilti.group/en/candidate-interview-preparation/

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.
Exciting operations journey: You will explore the exciting world of production and service centers. Use state-of-the-art technology to make our operations resilient and future-ready.
Global cross-team collaboration: You will collaborate with a global team and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic production environment.
We hire for a career, not for a position. If you are looking for long-term career prospects and opportunities to grow, this is the perfect start.
Are you ready to jumpstart your career? Our hiring process is designed to help you showcase your skills and experience. The process has multiple steps and requires a longer period of time.

• It all starts with your application and a video interview.
• Get connected with our HR team in an online interview.
• Get ready to flex your problem-solving muscles with our online Business Case Round.
• Impress our Business Line Managers with your presentation skills and insights during the next round.
• And, if you make it to the end, you'll receive an invitation to our Assessment Center.
  Exciting, right? Let's get started!
  The Assessment Center will take place in Liechtenstein at Hilti Headquarter October 21st and 22nd, 2026. Applications will be reviewed in the order they’re received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible since there are limited spots for the Assessment Center!

For further questions, please feel free to contact Vanessa Furtner ([email protected]) and (My LinkedIn).
*For non-EU / EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland / Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss / Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.