We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our operational excellence and change management activities in Energy Systems Southern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America.
This is a newly established role in the region.
You will report to both the Finance and Performance Manager and the Global Operational Excellence Lead, while working closely with the Regional Leadership Team and the global network of Operational Excellence Managers.As part of the global operational excellence team, the Operational Excellence Manager will drive step-change improvements in operational performance, delivering greater value to customers, employees, DNV Energy Systems, and society.
This will be done by developing and leveraging our Lean Operational Excellence methodology, empowering teams, and leading key improvement initiatives to achieve measurable benefits.Key responsibilities: Collaborate with the Global Operational Excellence Lead to identify, prioritize, and launch improvement pilots across the Southern Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America region, Provide proactive coaching on Lean management, process improvement, and problem-solving to manager- and employee-led improvement pilots and initiatives, and support as required, Collaborate closely with a global team of Operational Excellence Managers and share lessons learned, Lead and proactively drive Operational Excellence and Change Management initiatives, Assist in designing, refining and tailoring Lean Operational Excellence, Performance Management, and Change Management concepts, Develop Lean Operational Excellence learning paths and deliver training (both in-person and virtually), Occasional travel may be required.
A career in DNV is not just a job.
It is an extraordinary opportunity to develop and enrich your life and make more of a global impact than you ever believed possible.BE CHALLENGED We have an enviable client list – we work with the biggest names out there.
Whether we work with renowned companies, innovative startups or joint industry projects, you will get a chance to utilize your expertise together with professionals from a wide range of disciplines.LEARN AND GROW We have culture that will broaden your view and deepen your skills.
Every year we invest 5% of our revenue on research and development.
We also invest strongly in competence development and progression for our people.
From on the job learning to joining networks, receiving coaching and participating in training programs, we help to support your progress.MAKE AN IMPACT Joining us is an opportunity to make the world a better place.
Employees in DNV feel strongly about the company's Purpose to "safeguard life, property and the environment".
This is our reason for being since our formation in 1864.
Our Vision to be "a trusted voice to tackle global transformations", gives our people direction and expresses what we would like to accomplish in the long term.BE INSPIRED AND ENRICHED You will be part of a culture that embrace the values of caring, daring and sharing.
These are the three core values that shape our performance; We care for each other, our customers, our planet, and we take care of ourselves.
We dare to explore, to experiment, to be different, and to be courageous, curious, and creative.
We share our experience and knowledge.
We collaborate with each other and our customers, and we continue to grow and develop as a result.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.To be successful in this role you need to posses:Proven experience in operational improvements and change management, Proven experience in delivering coaching (or a strong interest), being change advocate, Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or similar methodologies (or a strong interest), Experience working in an international, complex environment,Self-motivated, proactive, resilient, and able to cope with high pressure situations,Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills, Ability to work independently and as part of both physical and virtual teams, Excellent English skills.
