Team Lead for Electrical Process & Safety

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.

Do you want to take a leading role within the Electrical, Process and Safety segment and be part of our team delivering world-class services in advisory, verification, and technology development projects to the energy sector? The DNV Electrical Process and Safety team is seeking to strengthen our management team with a Team Leader in our Groningen office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and guide a team of 4 employees in Groningen, focusing on team expansion. Foster a high-performance culture, setting clear expectations, and acting as a role model. Support the Head of Section in strategy and decision-making.
• Service Delivery: Ensure efficient and consistent delivery of services aligned with customer expectations. Empower employees and encourage individual growth to enhance overall team capabilities. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality delivery. Act as Project Manager/Project Sponsor for relevant projects.
• Team Fostering: Stimulate a high-performing culture by setting a clear direction and being output-driven. Promote team capabilities both internally and externally. Create a flexible workforce and automate workflows to manage variable workloads. Build and strengthen a strong internal culture based on company values.
• Talent Development: Take ownership of the development of technical talent and future-needed capabilities within the team. Facilitate efficient cooperation among teams in the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark.
• Business Development: Develop competencies and services within the team to facilitate growth in new segments. Actively engage in dialogue with clients and serve as a project sponsor for initiatives within your team.

Work in a dynamic team with a varied and challenging field of duties. Access to great potential for knowledge transfer from experienced employees in diverse fields. Enjoy a flexible place of work, including options to work from the office, home, and client facilities. Benefit from flexible working hours. An international working environment, collaborating with teams across multiple locations and disciplines. An attractive salary inclusive of profit share and an employer-supported pension. A wide range of opportunities for individual further education, training, and career advancement. Active participation in shaping the energy transition within the organization. A comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, subsidised canteen, competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme. Flexible working hours and workplace, with a focus on work/life balance for our employees. An international culture embodying diverse colleagues who value teamwork and inclusion across business areas and borders. Opportunities for employees to connect through social and professional networks. Extensive possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and career ambitions. A strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, knowledge sharing, and professional and personal development.

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. Join us and be part of a team that is committed to delivering excellence and shaping the future of the energy sector!

Requirements:

• At least Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant experience in one or more of the technical subject areas.
• Previous experience in the Energy sector, especially within oil and gas and/or renewables (hydrogen, storage, carbon capture) would be an advantage.

Personal Qualities / About You:

• Communicates effectively, builds trust, and influences others.
• Strong leadership skills to engage, develop, and motivate teams.
• Culturally aware, able to relate to people at all levels.
• Market-savvy, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Ability to engage effectively with clients.
• Resilient under pressure, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Delegates effectively, fostering distributed leadership.
• Promotes diversity, inclusion, and strong customer relationships.
• Empowers teams through coaching and broad network cultivation.
• Leadership experience with the ability to foster team growth.
• A commitment to fostering a high-performing culture and encouraging individual growth.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with the ability to set clear directions for the team.
• Willingness to work collaboratively across international teams.
• Business development skills and success in growing teams/services.