Esa Saarela

Esa Saarela is an experienced professional in facility services and maintenance management, currently serving as the Head of Facility Services at Museovirasto - Finnish Heritage Agency since May 2022. Prior to this role, Esa held several key positions, including Head of Infrastructure and Safety at Bluefors and Maintenance Manager at Aidian (Orion Diagnostica), where responsibilities included managing teams, enhancing service quality, implementing maintenance KPIs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Esa's extensive background also features roles at Fiskars, Nokian Tyres plc, NORD Gear Corporation, Metso, and UPM, demonstrating a consistent focus on maintenance, safety, and operational efficiency. Esa possesses a Master's degree in Strategic Leadership of Technology-based Business and has educational credentials in Automation Technology and Automotive Technology.