VP - Process Control

Company Description

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That is what we offer. 125 years of unrivaled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. Renew the way the world is powered. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. 

But there is more work to be done – that is why we need you to join!

Job Description

We are looking for a visionary VP to lead the process control area in Statkraft. You will have the opportunity to set direction and build a global function for process control and lead a highly competent team.

This is a great opportunity to take a central role in an exciting renewable company with a high growth strategy – including development projects, operation and management of process control assets, including protection & control systems, communication network and remote control. You will collaborate with key power production disciplines (Technical, Operation, Production, Maintenance, Projects) 

The VP Process Control will lead and develop the unit to provide group-wide governance for process control of Statkraft’s assets, and the delivery of process control as a group service for Hydropower, Solar, and Wind.

This includes:

• Set strategic direction within process control for Statkraft and develop and lead the unit accordingly 
• Lead and develop the process control group function in close collaboration with IT
• Ensure efficient, robust and secure operation and management of all process control assets in Statkraft
• Deliver strong discipline governance, i.e. both clear guidance and follow-up of its implementation in Nordics, Europe, South America and India
• Contribute to the strategic development of O&M Technology and Process, as a member of the O&M Technology and Process management team
• Ensure the safety, well-being, and development of employees 
• Develop the organisation to deliver on business priorities and ensure collaboration with other units

Qualifications

• Higher relevant education within either automation, cybernetics, or electro  
• Experience from a similar position preferably in a large or medium-sized international organisation 
• Solid experience from governance and/or asset management role  
• Solid operational experience and understanding  
• Deep insight in core business processes, such as Energy Management and Operation & Maintenance, is preferable  
• Strategic and visionary mindset
• Ability to build trust and empowerment within a unit and in a distributed organisation  
• Strong communication skills  
• Fluent in both English and Norwegian

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organization 
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions, parental leave, and work life balance principles
• Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefits schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance
   

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorization. 

Application deadline: 8. January 2023.

Location: The position will be located at the head office in Oslo.

Contact: For questions, please contact Andreas Ulvestad, SVP O&M Technology & Process, phone +47 95784129