Join a key initiative in international quality management

Jefferson Wells is now looking for a Quality Process & System Manager for our client in the power transmission sector. The ideal candidate has solid project management skills in an international environment and good knowledge of management systems in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. The position is located in either Oslo and includes extensive international travel.

Tasks and Responsibilities

You will act as the project manager for the initiative aiming to achieve a unified ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certification across the organization by March 2026. In this role, you will:

• Manage, develop, and maintain the overall Management System architecture and mapping

• Define governing procedures and documents in collaboration with Process Owners and Subject Matter Experts

• Organize workshops to promote harmonization and simplification

• Manage schedule, KPIs, and reporting, escalating issues as needed

• Coordinate with third-party certifications for audit planning and execution

• Support internal audit coordination when necessary

• Lead cross-functional, mission-based teams

Background and Qualifications

We are looking for someone with:

• Solid project management skills, particularly in international settings

• Experience from project and industrial business environments

• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal; French is a plus

• MSc, MBA, or equivalent higher education

The position does not have direct reports but requires strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams. You must be comfortable with extensive international travel – approximately 30–50% of your time will be spent abroad – and working across multiple countries and cultures.

We Offer

We offer an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a strategic quality initiative within a global industrial company. You will work in a highly competent team with international exposure and challenging responsibilities. The position is part of a four-month assignment and requires availability as soon as possible. 

Applicants will be continuously contacted and the position might therefore be filled before the application deadline.

Jefferson Wells has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in all the aspects of our business. We want to reflect the diversity of the population and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.


If you have any questions regarding the position or the process, please contact:

Guro Agnete Barnholt: 900 71 162 / Guro.Barnholt@jeffersonwells.no

or

Lars Hekneby: 928 38 118 / Lars.Hekneby@jeffersonwells.no

Location: Oslo 
Starting date: As soon as possible
Length of assignment: 4 months