Head of Section (CMC)

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Maritime
We help enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our customers in the global shipping industry, covering all vessel types and mobile offshore units. As a partner to industry, we offer services in testing, certification, training, and technical advisory through the energy value chain. That means we’re continually investing heavily into R&D for new services and solutions while proactively assessing what the industry needs today and tomorrow.

About the role

We are looking for Head of Section for one of our CMC units in Region North Europe, Area Norway

Region North Europe consists of three Areas, each structured as service line organizations. The present Head of Section in one of our three CMC units in Area Norway is seeking new opportunities within DNV and we are looking for his replacement.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Area Manager in Norway and be part of an engaged management team driven by high experience and a motivation to help and support our customers through consistent delivery of high-quality services.

The main responsibilities of the section are:

• Perform surveys on vessels and platforms, at manufacturers and at shipyards for classification and compliance with statutory requirements
• Plan, schedule and coordinate the various phases of surveying and monitor the quality of service on the work performed
• Prepare technically accurate and timely reports of inspections and surveys
• Engage with our clients to resolve problems within areas of expertise

The Head of Section tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Leading and having people management of a team of surveyors, in also establishing and maintaining a trustful collaboration within own team
• Following up the team with respect through coaching and motivation, in addition to developing local talents and build succession.
• Ensuring strong and trustful collaboration and competence management of all surveyors in the team.
• Following up and supporting local customers as applicable.
• Ensure that the required competence and capacity is available to conduct the unit operations with the required quality, and that mandatory competence schemes are adhered to.
• Ensure verification of quality of the work performed according to relevant standards.
• Prioritizing QHSE considerations within the section to ensure safe execution and healthy work environment.
• Supporting and driving our DNV purpose and vision throughout the section in addition to fulfilling responsibilities of line management per DNV Leadership Expectations.

The candidate must expect some travelling.

What we offer

Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, subsidized canteen, competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme.

Work/life balance. We offer flexible working hours and workplace, with focus on work/life balance for our employees.

Supportive and caring culture. Our international culture embodies diverse colleagues who value teamwork and inclusion across business areas and borders. We offer opportunities for our employees to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, throws after-works and informal meetings all year long for you to join.

Career and development. DNV offers extensive possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and career ambitions. We have a strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, knowledge sharing, and professional and personal development.

By joining DNV you become part of a world-leading company whose purpose is to safeguard life, property, and the environment. Our values “we care, we share, we dare” characterize how we work and behave towards each other and our customers.

Our Ålesund office is situated in a region known for its maritime industry, allowing DNV employees to be close to key clients and stakeholders.

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.

About you

The successful candidate is expected to have

• A customer-focused mindset and solution-oriented thinking skills
• Good understanding of the maritime industry and knowledge wrt the responsibilities listed above
• Broad experience and relevant MTAS qualifications
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and networking skills
• High integrity and ability to build trust, in addition to an eagerness to manage and motivate a team across different locations
• Good analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills
• A good working understanding of our governing documents (Rules, WPI, DMS, Local OP, etc)
• Supportive attitude and be eager to work in a collaborative environment and inspire others
• HSE mindset and behavior-based safety mentality
• Self-driven, service-minded, positive attitude and high integrity

The candidate should also be committed to DNV’s purpose, visions, and values.

For more information about the position, please contact: Heidi Emanuelsen, Area Manager Norway, +47 47 32 23 16, Heidi.Emanuelsen@dnv.com

Locations: Aalesund , Kristiansund N , Bergen , Ulsteinvik