Exciting opportunity in Odfjell Technology!

Odfjell Technology delivers safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions that save time, cost, and reduce carbon emissions for our clients. Our people connect 50 years of industry experience with the technology of tomorrow. With projects in more than 20 countries we are looking for talented people who can help us overcome the today's challenges and realise the opportunities ahead.

Drilling Operations are expanding the team and looking for a Discipline Responsible for Drilling Equipment & Systems. The Discipline Responsible serves as the technical authority within Drilling Operations, overseeing the development and implementation of philosophies and procedures in compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include audits, technical assessments of offshore units, and response to critical events. Additionally, the role ensures competence verification within the offshore organization and has the authority to order immediate corrective actions in coordination with unit management. The position can be based in Stavanger or Bergen and reports to Technical Manager Jack-ups.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• Higher technical education (MSc, BSc or equivalent). Relevant experience may compensate for lack of formal education.
• Relevant technical background within offshore drilling and operations is of advantage.
• Experience in technical support, maintenance planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to optimize processes, improve performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.

Duties/Tasks

• Serve as the technical authority within the discipline, ensuring alignment with Odfjell Technology's philosophy and fleet-wide solutions.
• Provide daily technical support, troubleshooting, and input on maintenance, modifications, and operational challenges.
• Advise on rig non-conformities, deviations, and technical issues impacting equipment performance and uptime.
• Ensure operations align with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and design specifications.
• Develop and optimize operational philosophies, procedures, and instructions within the discipline.
• Support recruitment, competence development, and qualification requirements for offshore personnel.
• Assist units in meeting customer requirements and drive fleet-wide synergies and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical input for supply chain framework agreements within the discipline.
• Conduct audits, verifications, and coaching sessions onshore and offshore to improve operational and technical performance.
• Participate in incident investigations to identify root causes and recommend preventive actions.

Why you should join our team

The Odfjell group recognises that the shift to renewable energy requires a new way of thinking. By leveraging diverse, cross-functional teams we drive innovation, sustainability, and technological improvements across the business. Our people are at the heart of what we do to drive change as we continue to shape and grow the business.

We strive to create a satisfying and motivating workplace for our employees and an arena for sharing experiences with a focus on ongoing learning and development. Our employees report high levels of empowerment, open dialogue, and trust.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are pre-conditions to succeed in a global marketplace. We believe our company values should be reflected in the everyday behaviour of our leaders and employees alike.

We offer:

• Learning and development support
• Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment
• Part of a global company with opportunities for growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits including paid time-off, insurances and retirement
• Flexible home office opportunities

We live our core values - creative, competent, result oriented, committed - while always being safety conscious.


We use Semac background checks in our recruitment process.