An exciting opportunity has arisen as Transition Manager in the Global Customer Support (GCS) division, reporting to Vice President of Digitalization and Operational Excellence. As a Transition Manager, you become part of a team that will drive and steer towards process standardization and optimalisation. Your role will be pivotal in supporting the organization to continuously improve and achieve efficiency as we adopt through the Digital Business Transformation (DBT). 
 

Plan for progress. Protechting People and Planet is our roadmap. 
 

What you will be doing 

• Identification of forthcoming changes relative to current operational practices and processes, along with a comprehensive explanation of the necessity for these changes 

• Analyze the impact to operations and people and the associated risks. This will require involving relevant business representatives 

• Develop and maintain a change strategy – including change plans and communication plans 

• General communication to the GCS community about DBT and its associated activities – specifically adapted to GCS culture, language and setting. 

• Communicate specific changes to all relevant stakeholders – including to management (at all levels) and end-users. Also involving employees and addressing concerns 

• Execute the change plan, monitor and adjust as needed. Including facilitating and support training on new processes and new tools 

We think you should have 

• Bachelor degree in relevant areas, experience can compensate for formal education 

• Experience with leading/implementing large projects or programs. 

• Ability to communicate with a diverse and big stakeholder pool 

• Great communication skills both verbal and written 

• It is advantageous to have some knowledge of the Lean methodology 

• Maritime experience is an advantage 

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement.  Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for! 
 

This employment may require security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority, clearance through Civil Aviation Authority or a background check. 
 

You are able to 

• develop an ambitious, but realistic business vision and translate it into a workable strategy 

• act on own initiative, make things happen and accepts responsibility for the results 

• make an impact, convince and persuade others and promote plans and ideas successfully 

• understand the organization's informal rules and structures and utilize political processes effectively to get things done 

• adhere to company rules and procedures and execute plans with commitment and determination 

• communicate in a clear, precise and structured way 

Why join us 

• Be part of a diverse team spread across several countries, embracing collaboration and cultural diversity. 

• Professional and personal development and career opportunities – including access to training programs and mentorship opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. 

• Take part in the green shift for the ocean space and work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future. 

• Engage in complex, high-impact initiatives that push the boundaries of maritime technology. 

KONGSBERG's strength is in unity. Diverse minds, protechting people and planet, drive innovation worldwide. 
 

Where you will be working 
Nordics, Spain, Poland 
 

Interested in knowing more? Contact 
Jørn Rudi Killie Bjerkan, Vice President Digitalization & Operational Excellence. +4732285110
 

Our Global Customer Support division is responsible for Kongsberg Maritimes services, upgrades and support in the aftermarket. Our 3000 employees are present in 35 different countries around the world. During the operational lifetime of more than 30.000 installations, we ensure cost-efficient delivery of services, upgrades and spare parts to secure availability and predictability to our customers. 
 

Protechting people and planet