Senior Instrument Engineer
Rotterdam-Europoort, Netherlands
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Job Reference 1234815
Location Rotterdam-Europoort, Netherlands
Industry Renewables - Biofuels/Biomass
Function Control & Instrumentation
Job Type Contract
Date Added November 16, 2023
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Principal Access and Approvals Specialist
Key Skills: Permits, Regulatory Approvals, Environmental Engineering
Location: Oslo
Contract: 24 months, with possibility of extension
Salary / Package: Hourly rate
Timeframe: ASAP
Recruitment Partner: Airswift Account Manager: Robert Caldwell
Key words: Project Permits, Regulatory Approvals, Environmental Engineering
Our business
Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients. With over 800 employees and 6,000 contractors operating in over 50 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry and the level of experience, exposure and expertise that the organization has is unparalleled.
Airswift is supporting our leading global energy firm, with offices in Oslo as well as Stavanger.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Access and Approvals Specialist, who will be responsible for supporting land acquisition and approvals (including permits, licences), for our client's projects in Norway. As part of this roles you will strategically support land and approval requirements and integrate with project teams to adequately plan, schedule and deliver these requirements in line with our client's standards and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Norway Projects team to ensure that land access, permitting and approval processes are delivered effectively and in line with the agreed project schedules.
- Coordinating with multiple functions in the business to identify, apply, and secure necessary approvals, permits, licenses and consents in a timely manner and in line with agreed project schedules. This will likely include primary approvals (i.e. ESIAs, rezoning etc.) as well as secondary approvals required for building, construction, safety and operations.
- Ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are identified and communicated to Project and Commercial teams.
- Supporting with the engagement of government agencies, NGO’s and other stakeholder groups as part of the land access, permitting and approvals process.
- Supporting the development of scopes for consultants, engaged as required for approvals, permits and land access requirements.
- Manage work undertaken by approval consultancies and coordinate the exchange of information between the consultancy, project team and internal subject matter experts.
- Supporting land access negotiations with landholders, government entities etc.
- Supporting discussions with local municipality and other regulatory agencies as required for the preparation, assessment and grant of approvals, permits, licenses and consents. • Coordinate compliance against obligations and conditions received as part of granted approvals or negotiated land Agreements.
- Ensure access and approvals planning, progress and obligations are adequately maintained in systems such as (but not limited to) approval and permitting strategy and schedule, approval and access plans, schedules, risk registers, obligations registers and land management systems.
- Technical review of permitting documents, supporting studies and scopes of work.
- Tracking and reporting on project permitting status.
Critical Skills & Personal Attributes:
- Experience in a permitting and regulatory role within the resources sector, energy industry or equivalent
- Significant experience in land and water access/acquisitions
- Significant experience and subject matter expertise in the identification, procurement, and management of regulatory approvals in the renewable/resource industry for large scale projects
- Major project greenfield permitting and approval experience in Norway
- Experience in Norwegian Municipality spatial planning, would be beneficial
- Degree qualified or equivalent tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work / industry experience in technical area within the renewables/resource industry (e.g., Engineering, Environment, Legal)
- Demonstrated ability and experience in interfacing and influencing regulators, stakeholders and senior management
- Strong negotiation skills
- Experience working within regulatory and legal frameworks
- Knowledge of permitting requirements, environmental management and impact mitigation methodologies, relevant to energy generation, linear infrastructure, port and industrial processes
- Experienced in navigating corporate and joint venture governance and approval processes.
- Proficiency in risk identification and budget forecasting
- Highly organized and ability to manage work across multiple jurisdictions.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship building/collaboration skills.
- Proficient in Norwegian and English
- Uses initiative, demonstrates resilience and a continuous improvement mindset and proactive approach to problem solving.
- High levels of self-motivation.
- Ability to be agile and resilient when managing diverse workloads with multiple priorities and delivering work to a high quality and on time.
- Willing to work outside ‘traditional’ office hours to interact with international offices.
The next step
We have an exceptional team in place, and we are pleased to be able to appoint a further person to our growing business. We are aware that you may not ‘tick all the boxes’, but if you believe you can genuinely offer some valuable skills and experience to our business, please in the first instance contact our recruitment partner Airswift, and the account manager, Robert Caldwell.
Responsibilities:
- Purchase Order (PO) and Work Order Management: Review and manage POs and work orders to ensure accuracy and completeness, addressing any discrepancies or issues as they arise.
- Invoice and Charge Verification: Analyze invoices and actuals to ensure charges are correctly allocated to the appropriate projects, maintaining financial accuracy and integrity.
- Work Order Creation and Analysis: Develop and create work orders, including detailed analysis to support the efficient execution and tracking of POs and related activities.
- Reporting and Documentation: Generate and maintain comprehensive reports and documentation on POs, work orders, and project expenditures, supporting informed decision-making and financial oversight.
Requirement:
- Critical Thinking and Adaptability: Demonstrate strong critical thinking skills and the ability to quickly adapt and learn in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective problem-solving and decision-making.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Construction Management, Business or a related technical field - candidates with relevant internship experience will also be considered.
- Quick learner and proactive professional.
Preferred Qualification:
- At least one year of experience in project controls is preferred.
- Technology savvy, SAP, Power Bi and Microsoft Office.
- Industry Experience: Preferably have a background in Oil & Gas or Construction, understanding the specific industry requirements and processes.
- P6 knowledge.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the initial setup and establishment of the solar energy company and service
teams.
Develop and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures to achieve company
goals.
Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing team of installers, service, and support
staff.
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners.
Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
Drive sales growth through effective marketing strategies and customer engagement.
Ensure exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
Oversee the setup and operation of the solar installation and maintenance processes,
ensuring they meet all technical and safety standards.
Implement efficient inventory management and procurement processes.
Monitor and improve operational efficiency and profitability.
Provide regular reports and updates to senior management.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Extensive experience in the solar energy industry, particularly in project development
and operations management.
Proven track record in setting up and managing solar energy projects and teams.
Strong understanding of solar technology, installation processes, and service
requirements.
Excellent leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and guide a
team.
Strong sales skills with a focus on achieving and exceeding targets.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop and implement effective business strategies.
Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards.
Ability to analyze market trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions.
Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) and project management
software.
Background in marketing and brand development will be an asset.
ABOUT AIRSWIFT
Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients in STEM industries. We offer a turnkey workforce solution to acquire, mobilise and employ top talent in over 70 countries. With 800 employees in over 60 offices worldwide, 7,000 contractors and a candidate database of 1.5m specialists, our geographical reach and pool of available talent, experience and expertise is unmatched in the industry. We are proud to serve as a trusted advisor to clients looking to expand their operations internationally and offer employer of record services, payroll outsourcing, as well as HR consulting.