QHSE / DPA

ONBOARDING YOU TO THE COMPANY

At Nexans our global vision is to electrify the future. At our business group ‘Generation & Transmission’ this means designing and fabrication the worlds’ best cables. We deliver EPCI turnkey projects anywhere in the world. This means we have the best tools, equipment and people with competence and skillset to install and service those cables.

WELCOMING YOU TO THE TEAM

The team with 10 team members located in Oslo and onboard our fleet. Our team is responsible for the vessel operation of two CLV vessels and the third is to be delivered Q 2 2026. We handle Vessel Operation and Vessel fleet Management. The workplace is in Oslo, and you will be reporting to the Vessel Operation/Fleet Manager.

GETTING A FLYING START

To succeed in Nexans Vessel Management, you have QHSE/DPA (designated person ashore) experience from the marine industries. Ideally you have experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk-reducing measures, as well as excellent problem-solving skills and an analytical mindset. Additionally, you have In-depth knowledge of compliance requirements and the ability to ensure adherence to QHSE standards. You are detail-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

The QHSE/DPA will support the vessels and projects with QHSE/DPA related topics and will challenge the project and operation on QHSE related matters, initiate improvements and define risk reducing measures. You also participate in developing efficiencies and take part in technical improvements relevant to our department. Your responsibilities include ensuring compliance with standards, conducting and supporting comprehensive risk assessments, and fostering a culture of safety and quality awareness among our employees. You will know the operation and challenges in detail and provide regular, transparent reports to the leadership team, analyzing our QHSE performance and strategizing ways to enhance our standards, while integrating QHSE considerations seamlessly into our business strategy and operations. In this role, you will champion our commitment to excellence, overseeing the training, governance, and continuous improvement of our Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) management systems.

Additionally, you will take part in:

Vetting and safety inspections, unannounced audits, internal and external audits for the vessels as per ISM
Assigning, instructing, training and monitoring internal auditors
Manage, comply to and maintain the company internal code and procedures for ISM/ISPS
Brief and de-brief vessel's Senior Officers before and after appointment
Ensure safe and hygienic working conditions on board the vessels and ashore
Maintain company ISM, ISO 9007 & ISO 14001 accreditation
Effective implementation and improvement of the company standards as per TMSA requirements
Maintaining of navigational company standards
Develop and arrange seminars and training workshops for seagoing and shore staff as required.

YOUR STARTING POINT

Degree B.sc or M.sc
5 Years managerial experience within quality, DPA, and/or QHSE role within ship management
Knowledge in preventive & analysis tools: APQP, 8D analysis, MTO, SPC, SJA, Hazid/Hazop/FMEA
Experience with ISM matters to the highest level of management
Be fluent in English, both written and verbal
Your personal values are aligned to those of Nexans: Pioneer, Dedicated, United

OUR GROWTH CULTURE

At the individual level our growth-culture is built on trust and collaboration. We wish to welcome you as a valuable member of our team. To enable impact, we believe in freedom and autonomy at the individual level at same time as we encourage knowledge sharing, team-work mentality and can-do attitude amongst our team members.

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