Job Title:
Field Service Site Supervisor - Hydropower (Rolling Contract)

Location:
Various Sites, Norway (Travel Required)

Contract Type:
Rolling Contract - Long-term engagement with potential for extension based on project requirements

Role Overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Field Service Site Supervisor to join a leading international hydropower organization on a rolling contract basis in Norway. This role is critical to the successful execution of large-scale hydro projects, with a focus on coordinating and supervising on-site activities to ensure safety, quality, and technical excellence.

The successful candidate will work closely with a regional Field Service Leader and act as the key point of contact at site level, providing leadership, problem-solving, and guidance throughout the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate Field Service activities on hydropower construction or refurbishment sites in accordance with project scope and contractual commitments.
• Lead site preparation, daily planning, and execution of works including troubleshooting and technical support.
• Supervise and support the site team, ensuring high performance and alignment with project targets.
• Participate in design and planning reviews, offering site-driven feedback and technical input.
• Ensure full compliance with EHS, quality, and regulatory standards throughout site operations.
• Provide swift solutions to technical problems during erection and commissioning phases.
• Support the growth and development of on-site personnel.
• Maintain effective communication with wider project teams and share operational feedback with other service functions.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in the hydropower sector, particularly in site supervision, erection, or commissioning.
• Background in a technical apprenticeship, or education in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment and/or electrical rotating machines.
• Fluent in Norwegian or Swedish (required for on-site coordination).
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites across Norway, often in remote areas.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with a safety-first approach.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience coordinating teams in a multicultural project environment.
• Strong project coordination abilities and confidence managing site-level interfaces.
• Service-oriented mindset with the ability to balance quality, cost, and delivery.
• Proven ability to lead by example, especially in enforcing EHS standards.

You Bring:

• A hands-on, solution-focused approach to field service.
• The ability to motivate and guide teams under pressure.
• Clear and confident communication across disciplines and cultures.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to high standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the future of sustainable energy by playing a vital role in delivering critical hydropower infrastructure. The position offers long-term potential, diverse project experience, and the chance to work with a dedicated and skilled international team

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