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Team Leader Rail Advisory

Hybrid in Madrid & Barcelona·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)

DNV

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Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid, Spain / Barcelona
English: Required

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Skills

Project Management

Requirements

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.

The role

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. Rail is entering a period of major transformation. Investment in infrastructure, digitalisation, safety, cybersecurity, decarbonisation and operational performance is creating new demand for independent, trusted technical expertise. DNV is scaling its rail services to meet this demand, combining assurance, advisory and digital capabilities across the rail lifecycle.

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.

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.

About DNV

DNV is a global assurance and risk management company headquartered in Høvik, Norway. It provides classification, certification, advisory, and digital solutions to help organizations safeguard life, property, and the environment. With operations in over 100 countries, DNV serves industries such as maritime, energy, healthcare, and food and beverage, employing approximately 100,000 people worldwide.

Industry: Testing Inspection and Certification
Founded: 1864
Employees: 100,000
Headquarters: Høvik, Norway
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

DNV has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, and other major cities, offering opportunities in energy, maritime, and certification services.
The company operates in over 100 countries, providing international mobility and career growth opportunities for employees.
DNV is a knowledge-intensive organization, employing engineers, data scientists, and consultants, making it attractive for professionals in technical and analytical fields.
Spain is a key market for DNV's renewable energy and maritime sectors, aligning with the country's focus on sustainability and offshore wind.
DNV offers a collaborative and purpose-driven work environment, emphasizing safety, sustainability, and professional development.

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