Advisor/Senior Advisor – EHS and Compliance

Ramboll Group; Kristiansand; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Multidisciplinary environment

Global collaboration opportunities

Flexible/remote work option

Pension, health and insurance

Job summary

Ramboll Group in Kristiansand, Norway seeks an Advisor/Senior Advisor in EHS and Compliance to support clients in implementing environmental, occupational health and safety requirements. You will lead audits, identify compliance gaps and translate findings into practical improvements across various industries.

The role offers independent assignments, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and a chance to contribute to Ramboll’s EHS management systems and services within an international

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant EHS, HSE, compliance, auditing or management systems experience.
• Experience with industrial operations or industrial clients is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Norwegian legislation; EU legislation is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 is desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken Norwegian and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS compliance audits and regulatory assessments for diverse clients and industries.
• Identify compliance gaps, operational risks and improvement opportunities, translating findings into practical solutions.
• Assess how regulatory requirements are implemented in day-to-day operations, including handling and storage of chemicals.
• Support development and improvement of EHS management systems, risk assessments and compliance programmes.
• Deliver strategic advisory services on EHS compliance, risk management and organisational performance.
• Prepare audit reports, non-conformity descriptions and improvement recommendations.
• Contribute to tenders, client development and Ramboll’s EHS and Compliance services.
• Collaborate with Ramboll’s global network across countries.

Skills

Audit leadership

Regulatory compliance

EHS management

Norwegian & English

Education

Bachelor's degree in HSE/Environmental studies/Engineering

Job description

Advisor/Senior Advisor – EHS and Compliance

Would you like to help organisations manage environmental, occupational health and safety requirements in practice? Are you motivated by conducting audits, identifying compliance gaps and operational risks, and translating complex regulatory requirements into practical improvements? Would you like to join a strong, multidisciplinary environment that supports clients in developing systematic and risk based EHS practices?

If this sounds interesting, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be a great opportunity. Join our Compliance, Sustainability and Transactions department as our new Advisor or Senior Advisor in EHS and Compliance and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role
As our new EHS and Compliance consultant, you will support clients in understanding, implementing and following up on environmental, occupational health and safety requirements. You will lead compliance audits and regulatory assessments of clients’ operations, practices and management systems, with a particular focus on industrial activities.

You will work with clients across sectors such as manufacturing, data centres, chemicals and energy. Your assignments may include assessing the practical implementation of regulatory requirements, including requirements related to the handling and storage of chemicals. You will identify compliance gaps, operational risks and opportunities for improvement, and translate your findings into clear reports and practical, actionable solutions. The role includes both independent assignments and multidisciplinary deliveries, giving you the opportunity to work with colleagues from different areas of expertise. You will also contribute to the development of Ramboll’s EHS management systems and compliance services, client relationships and market activities. Through Ramboll’s international professional network, you will have opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and clients across countries and support global deliveries.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Lead EHS compliance audits and regulatory assessments for a variety of clients and industries
• Identify compliance gaps, operational risks and opportunities for improvement, and translate findings into practical solutions
• Assess how regulatory requirements are implemented in day-to-day operations, including the handling and storage of chemicals
• Support the development and improvement of EHS management systems, risk assessments and compliance programmes
• Deliver strategic advisory services on EHS compliance, risk management and organisational performance
• Prepare audit reports, descriptions of non-conformities and specific recommendations for improvement
• Contribute to tenders, client development and the continued development of Ramboll’s EHS and Compliance services
• Collaborate with colleagues across Ramboll’s global professional network

About you

• Relevant higher education in HSE, environmental studies, occupational health and safety, engineering, natural sciences or a similar field
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in EHS, HSE, compliance, auditing or management systems
• Experience from industrial operations or assignments for industrial clients is desirable
• Practical experience with implementing regulatory requirements, particularly requirements related to the handling and storage of chemicals, is an advantage
• Good knowledge of relevant Norwegian legislation, with knowledge of EU legislation considered an advantage
• Experience with standards such as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 is desirable
• Experience in conducting audits, reviews or assessments and communicating findings clearly and constructively
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Norwegian and English

We also believe you will thrive in this role if you work in a structured and analytical manner, are curious about our clients’ operations and can combine professional rigour with practical and actionable advice. You should be comfortable working independently, leading client activities and collaborating with colleagues from different disciplines and countries.

What we can offer you

• Commitment to your professional and personal development
• A strong, multidisciplinary environment within EHS, Compliance and Sustainability
• Varied assignments for clients across industrial sectors
• The opportunity to contribute to the further development of a growing field
• Access to Ramboll’s international professional network and opportunities for global collaboration
• Flexible working conditions with the possibility of remote work and home office
• Good pension, health and insurance schemes
• Additional days off during Easter and between Christmas and New Year

We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, professional curiosity, motivation and potential can be just as valuable as a perfect CV. If this role resonates with you but you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You might be a great fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Deadline: 31.10.2026

Do you have any questions?
Contact Section lead John Fraser Alston, Mobile: [phone] or Email: [e-mail]

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll
Ramboll is a global engineering, architecture and consultancy company. In Norway, we have 15 offices with more than 1,500 experts and 18,000 colleagues internationally working across disciplines on both large and small projects. As a foundation owned people company, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. That is where we start and how we work. Sustainability has been part of Ramboll’s DNA since its founding in 1945. Ramboll is certified according to the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals and was the first Norwegian company and the first engineering consultancy in the world to receive this certification. Our current strategy, The Partner for Sustainable Change, expresses our ambition to be a global leader within the diverse industries we serve. At Ramboll, you can help create innovative and sustainable solutions for both clients and society.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength, and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.

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