Global Operational Excellence Manager

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8 Locations
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The Role
Lead global operational excellence initiatives across DNV Energy Systems by identifying and launching improvement pilots, coaching teams in Lean Six Sigma and problem-solving, supporting continuous improvement journeys, and driving strategic initiatives. Refine operational excellence frameworks, share best practices across international teams, and deliver measurable performance improvements. Occasional travel is required.
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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Global Operational Excellence Team in Energy Systems Business Area Center. You will report to the Global Operational Excellence Lead, while working closely with the global network of Operational Excellence Managers, Operational Excellence Navigators, and our leaders.

As part of the Global Operational Excellence Team, you will drive step-change improvements in operational performance, delivering greater value to customers, employees, DNV Energy Systems, and society. This will be done by building a continuous improvement culture, 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 Operational Excellence pilots across DNV Energy Systems
  • Provide proactive coaching on Lean Six Sigma 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
  • Support our Regions, Global Business Units and the BA Center in succeeding with their Operational Excellence journeys
  • Lead and proactively drive BA strategic improvement initiatives
  • Assist in refining and tailoring our Operational Excellence Framework (e.g., playbooks, standards, tools, templates, learning materials, etc.)
  • Occasional travel will be required as the role will support teams and colleagues across DNV Energy Systems 
Responsibilities
  • Flexible work arrangements that help employees maintain a healthy balance between professional and personal life while staying productive
  • Paid leave including annual, sick, compassionate, public holidays, marriage, maternity, and paternity leave
  • Health and wellness benefits with medical insurance and annual health check-ups
  • Financial security through pension plans and insurance coverage (life, accident, and travel)
  • Learning and development via training programs, sponsorships, and on-the-job learning

    Benefits may vary depending on role, employment type, tenure, location or grade level.


 
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.

 
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in operational improvements and change management
  • Proven experience in delivering coaching (or a strong interest)
  • Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or similar methodologies, is an advantage but not a prerequisite
  • Experience from business consulting is an advantage, but not a prerequisite
  • Experience working in an international 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
  • If you are passionate about driving change and improving operational performance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. 
 
 
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices
 
About Us
About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

Skills Required

  • Proven experience in operational improvements and change management
  • Proven experience delivering coaching, or strong interest in coaching
  • Experience working in an international environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of physical and virtual teams
  • Self-motivated, proactive, resilient, and able to cope with high-pressure situations
  • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or similar methodologies
  • Experience in business consulting
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The Company
HQ: Høvik
15,000 Employees

What We Do

DNV is the independent expert in risk management and assurance, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, and inspires and invents solutions.

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