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APL Norway AS is seeking an HSE & QA Manager to join our HSE & QA Department. The successful candidate will report to the Director HSE & QA and will be appointed as HSE & QA Manager for ongoing projects, with responsibility for leading and following up internal and external HSE & QA activities as directed.

This role includes supporting Project Managers, developing and maintaining project HSE & QA plans, conducting and following up internal and external audits and inspections, and ensuring compliance with client requirements—both internally and across subcontractors.

In addition, the position will support other APL departments with HSE & QA matters and contribute to departmental activities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Plan and follow up internal HSE & QA activities

• Develop, maintain, and improve the APL Quality Management System

• Act as appointed HSE & QA Manager on ongoing projects in accordance with project plans

• Support and advise Project Managers and other departments on HSE & QA matters

• Plan and follow up internal and external audits

• Audit and review subcontractors as part of pre-qualification and re-qualification processes

• Conduct internal and external safety inspections

• Support Marketing and Tender activities as required

• Prepare and coordinate internal HSE & QA training

• Support and follow up incident and non-conformity reporting processes and systems

• Lead and coordinate HSE & QA activities internally and externally, ensuring timely delivery and compliance

Qualification Requirements

Education

• BSc/MSc degree preferred, or other relevant formal qualifications combined with strong relevant experience

Experience

• Experience with HSE & QA activities within a relevant industry environment

• Experience from fabrication yards and an understanding of both quality and HSE challenges is desirable

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of HSE & QA standards; auditor training is an advantage

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines and support project delivery

• Comfortable working in multicultural teams

• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken)

• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to turn issues into practical solutions

• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills

NOV APL, located on Hisøy outside Arendal, is a part of NOV Marine & Construction and a global leader in advanced offshore loading and mooring technologies. For more than 30 years, we have developed and delivered innovative turret mooring systems, loading/offloading solutions, and marine technology to the international oil & gas and renewable energy sectors. With more than 80 offshore installations worldwide—operating in water depths ranging from shallow coastal sites to deepwater fields—our solutions are recognized for their reliability, engineering excellence, and cost efficiency.

At NOV APL, we value a strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our multidisciplinary environment brings together project management and engineering expertise, offering employees the opportunity to work with complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of offshore energy.