Department Manager – Interior and Services

We are seeking Department Manager – Interior and Services for a full‑time position (100%).

The position will primarily be responsible for planning, coordination, and follow‑up of the production and installation of interior outfitting across all ongoing projects. In addition, the role holds responsibility for the Service Department, which performs tasks such as scaffolding, site clearance, mooring operations, and other duties typically associated with a service function.

The Department Manager will also support the Sales Department by providing technical input, documentation, and professional advice during sales processes. When production conditions require it, the position also involves contributing operationally through hands‑on, day‑to‑day management on selected projects.

As the only lifecycle shipyard in Norway, we offer services covering the entire lifecycle of a vessel—from newbuilds, conversions, and repairs to final ship recycling. The Department Manager – Interior and Services will be involved across all of these services and will have significant opportunities to influence and further develop the work processes.

We are therefore seeking a Department Manager with primary experience within interior outfitting, and with a comprehensive understanding of the full process related to interior work and final completion of vessels at a shipyard.

The Department Manager – Interior and Services reports to the Production Manager and works closely with the other department managers and our Technical Department. Some travel should be expected.

Main Responsibilities:

Interior Outfitting

  • Review and control of production documentation

  • Review and control of product specifications

  • Ordering of materials

  • Preparation of fixed‑price inquiries for subcontractors

  • Classification society follow‑up

Services

  • Preparation of quay plans

  • Coordination of mooring operations and other quay‑side activities

  • Coordination of external resources, such as tugboats

  • Preparation of lifting plans for complex lifting operations

  • Advisory support regarding the use of lifting equipment

General Responsibilities

  • Ongoing allocation of resources within projects and assessment of the need for hired personnel

  • Providing professional support to foremen and project managers

  • Providing technical and commercial support to the Sales Department through cost estimates and experience in new sales

  • Personnel management and professional responsibility

  • Contributing to development within new technology, new production methods, and sustainability

  • Ensuring that all work is carried out with a strong focus on Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and quality

Qualifications

  • Trade certificate and/or technical college education, preferably within interior outfitting and/or maritime disciplines

  • Relevant work experience

  • Proficient in Norwegian and English, both written and spoken

Are you interested in the position but unsure whether you meet all the qualifications? Please contact us, and we will review this together. Some areas can be covered through training, and the position may be adapted for the right candidate based on competence and experience.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for a candidate with a strong interest in interior outfitting and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities when required. You are motivated by leadership and enjoy developing others. Initiative, a positive contribution to the working environment, and flexibility are essential for this role. You must be comfortable handling varied tasks within your field of expertise depending on current projects, and you should have strong communication and collaboration skills.

We Offer

  • An inclusive and positive working environment

  • Highly skilled colleagues

  • Varied and professionally developing tasks

  • Competitive pension and insurance schemes, including AFP

  • Flexibility

As Department Manager – Interior and Services, you will have significant influence on operations at our shipyard, and we hope you will join us in continuing to develop the company.

Application deadline: 18 February 2026

Please submit your application to: kleven.hr@greenyard.no

Please mark your application: “Department Manager– Interior and Services”

For further information, please contact:

Hans Olav Rovde, Production Manager
Phone: +47 95 79 34 91
Email: hans.olav.rovde@greenyard.no

Lillian Haddal, HR Manager
Phone: +47 90 83 77 98
Email: lillian.haddal@greenyard.no