Olof Gertz leaves Vattenfall: Mattias Holmberg appointed as acting Head of Human Resources

Vattenfall’s Senior Vice President Human Resources, Olof Gertz, is leaving the company. Mattias Holmberg replaces him with immediate effect until a permanent successor is in place.

“Vattenfall is facing new challenges and we have decided that Olof will continue his career outside the company,” says Magnus Hall, Vattenfall’s President and CEO. “I want to thank Olof for his contribution in a period of change for Vattenfall.” The recruitment process for a permanent new Head of Human Resources will start soon.

“Vattenfall is one of the most exciting companies to work with,” says Olof Gertz. “I am grateful for the excellent cooperation with many competent colleagues and I wish you all the best.”

Olof Gertz joined Vattenfall in March 2012 as Head of Human Resources. When leaving Vattenfall, he will, in accordance with agreements and guidelines, receive a salary for six months' notice and severance pay equal to a maximum of 18 months.

Vattenfall discloses this information pursuant to the Swedish Securities Market Act.

For more information, please contact:
Vattenfall’s Press Office, +46 8 739 50 10

Attachments

See also

Group photos of Vattenfall employees in colourful outfits in Stockholm, and in front of decorated trucks in Amsterdam and Hamburg.

Why showing up matters – beyond Pride Season

Vattenfall publicly advocates for the right of every individual to be themselves.

Read the full article
Audience seated at an outdoor seminar in Almedalen, facing a stage with a “Electricity is hope” backdrop.

Vattenfall at Almedalen 2026: building a resilient electricity system in an uncertain world

During Almedalen, Sweden’s annual political forum on the island of Gotland, Vattenfall gathered different stakeholders to discuss what happens when the electricity system is put to the test.

Read the full article
Anja Graf, new Head of Nuclear Decommissioning Germany.

Vattenfall appoints Anja Graf as new Head of Nuclear Decommissioning Germany

Anja Graf has been appointed as Vice President, Business Unit Nuclear Decommissioning Germany, and Managing Director for Vattenfall Europe Nuclear (VENE) at Vattenfall and will assume the po...

Read the full article