Environmental Consultant at Åkerblå - DNV Company

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We help our customers respond to the increased demand for trust and transparency around products, assets, supply chains, and ecosystems, driving the transformation of the assurance industry. Whether certifying products, sharing claims or optimizing and decarbonizing supply chains, DNV helps companies manage risks and realize their long-term strategic goals, improving ESG performance and generating lasting, sustainable results. Drawing on our wide technical and industry expertise, we work with companies worldwide to bridge trust gaps among consumers, producers and suppliers.

About the role

Åkerblå is looking for skilled environmental consultants for Alta and Sandnessjøen!

Åkerblå Group AS is a leading provider of services to the aquaculture industry, public sector, research and educational institutions, and other organizations. As a forward-looking and growing company with an international focus, we are recognized as one of the aquaculture industry's top interdisciplinary expertise centers.

Our broad expertise spans fish health, biology, oceanography, technical services, and interdisciplinary advisory services. With around 380 employees across 24 offices along the Norwegian coastline and in several other countries, our head office is located in Frøya, where our journey began.

We collaborate with the industry to promote a healthy marine environment under our motto: safe - fresh - smart. Committed to high-quality services, we hold numerous accreditations in our specialist fields, contributing to knowledge-based marine health and sustainable ocean resource management.

Acquired by DNV in 2023, we continue to invest in growth and sustainable ocean health.

We are looking for someone who has an interest in environmental issues in the marine environment. Key areas of responsibility will be communication, sales of our services and professional assistance to our customers, as well as organization, planning and implementation of field assignments and report work. The position as an environmental consultant requires a good understanding of scientific methodology, practical implementation skills, business understanding and "flair". You will be part of Åkerblå Region North's interdisciplinary team, where good discussions and professional support are an important part of everyday life. In our environmental department, you will be part of a group of environmental consultants who solve assignments in an interesting and varied everyday life, where the working day is spent some in the field, and some in the office.

Key tasks include, among other things, standard environmental surveys in relation to aquaculture, current measurements and project work. This also includes report writing, follow-up of customers and travel.

What we offer

• The good professional environment we have in Åkerblå
• Work in one of the country's largest competence environments in the field
• Nice working environment in beautiful nature, all year round
• Competitive terms and good insurance and pension schemes
• Position in a company that is growing rapidly and offers many good opportunities

We offer a 100% permanent position in a company that is a leader in knowledge-based ocean health. Åkerblå has competitive salary conditions and good pension and insurance schemes. We are a company in strong growth, with great development opportunities.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

The following skills, experience and qualities are emphasized:

• Has a biology education, preferably in marine biology
• Has knowledge of and interest in the aquaculture industry
• Has the boat driver's license and/or are boating knowledgeable
• Possess good IT skills
• Fluent in both Norwegian and English, written and oral
  

In addition to this, you must have good communication and collaboration skills. The work requires that you are organizationally inclined, are independent and responsible, as well as that you are flexible and dedicated to the subject and the tasks.

As Åkerblå is now part of DNV, we have streamlined our application process to ensure efficiency and consistency. Therefore, we kindly request that all candidates submit their applications through this link. This will help us manage your application more effectively and ensure it reaches the right team. Thank you for your understanding and interest in joining our team!

Posting deadline: 30/03/25