Team Leader Rail Advisory

All locations
  • Madrid, Spain
  • Barcelona, Spain
Business:
Industrial Services
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
7043
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

Role description:

DNV Iberia already has a strong platform in rail, with established advisory and conformity assessment activity, recognised customer relationships and experience across metro, light rail, infrastructure, signalling, RAMS, safety and systems integration. The next step is to build a strong Centre of Competence that can act as a technical and commercial growth engine for the European region and support global rail project delivery.

We are looking for a dynamic, growth focused Rail Advisory Team leader with proven experience in the Rail sector to join our European Rail Centre of Competence.

Core responsibilities :

  • Team Leadership and Development
    1. Drive training development, delivery and in the extension of the rail qualification programme.
    2. Coordinate within the rail function and regional needs to detect development needs and draft development programs.
  • Delivery and operations
    1. Own programme and project management and execution.
    2. Define and implement best practices for services delivery, ensuring quality, efficiency and consistency.
    3. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure optimal resource allocation and project execution.
    4. Understand and implement operational processes supporting team to overcome issues
  • Client Relationship Management
    1. Address and resolve service delivery or customer issues.
    2. Act as trusted advisor to key rail clients.
  • Stakeholder Management
    1. Engage with external stakeholders to gather insights and help develop DNV’s value proposition.
    2. Participation in growth initiatives and business improvement activities.
  • Sales and Business Development
    1. Contribute to country and region to drive sales and revenue growth.
    2. Contribute to drafting value propositions and collaborate in the techno-commercial aspects, thereby growing key accounts.
    3. Participate in joint events, client meetings and other go-to-market activities.
  • Innovation Management
    • Support in the process of detecting and encouraging new ideas to be raised through innovation funnel, particularly when it comes to adding efficiency in service delivery.

Deliverables to the Organization

  • Programme and project related KPIs: revenue growth, project margin & EBIT, client satisfaction, team development.

  • Implementation of strategy plan – operations, including annual operating plans.

  • Team Development Plans: outlining training & qualification programs.

  • Innovation Roadmap: detailing upcoming technological and process improvements available.

  • Customer / stakeholder follow up in projects: outline of strategies and tactical approaches to grow customer base out of existing portfolio.

What we offer
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Position Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the Rail sector across different functions technical / managerial / operational.
  • Global exposure: proven track record in team leading / management positions, preferably with international exposure.
  • Operational Excellence: expertise in programme and project management.
  • Stakeholder management: proven skills in aligning cross-functional teams and engaging with industry bodies and key clients.
  • Risk Management: ability to identify, assess and mitigate operational and market risks effectively.
  • Native Spanish and advanced English speaker. Other languages will be a plus.
  • Availability to travel locally and internationally.

Experience and knowledge in the following fields will be valued:

  • Design, implementation, commissioning, and maintenance of Rail Subsystems such as signalling, rolling stock, infrastructure, and energy.
  • Consultant/Assessor in rail brownfield/greenfield for Systems Engineering & Systems Assurance.
  • Experience in the application of technologies for rail innovation/digital transformation projects, as well as R&D projects.

Competency Requirements:

  • Loves working in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.
  • Innovative & entrepreneurial – ready to work in a fast-evolving environment.
  • Proactive, flexible and collaborative work style.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the have the ability & willingness to work successfully in cross-functional teams.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and navigating change.
  • Optimistic, mission-driven personality with a sense of urgency and “can do” attitude.
  • Ability to achieve though others – strong influencing skills.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.