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MacGregor; Arendal, Kristiansand; On-site; NOK 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A global cargo handling company in Norway is seeking a Senior Manager Service Projects to lead and develop their offshore service projects organization. You will ensure safe and efficient delivery of projects while driving continuous improvement and market competitiveness. Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of leadership experience in the offshore or energy sector and possess strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills. Join a team dedicated to providing sustainable solutions that maximize efficiency in the maritime industry.

Qualifications

• 10+ years leadership experience within offshore, energy, or industrial services.
• Proven track record of managing teams and delivering results in complex service projects.
• High proficiency in CRM systems, advanced business analytics, and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the offshore service projects organization.
• Ensure safe, high-quality, and timely delivery of offshore service projects.
• Drive continuous improvement in project performance, efficiency, and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Change management

CRM systems

Business analytics

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Business analytics tools

Job description

MacGregor – Let's shape the future together

MacGregor is a global company that operates in 30 countries with 2000 employees. We provide sustainable cargo and load handling with a strong portfolio of products, services, and solutions to the maritime and offshore industries. Our solutions are found in over half of the world’s merchant fleet.

We believe MacGregor is a great place to work and we are looking for innovators with an international mindset to join our team and help us create lifetime value for our customers.

Are you a strategic visionary with the financial acumen and proven leadership to navigate complex international markets, drive continuous improvement, and ensure the profitable and safe delivery of offshore service projects. Join the Global Service Division at MacGregor as a Senior Manager Service Projects and become a key driver of growth within Service Projects.

MacGregor Service Projects supports shipowners and operators in upgrading and modernising their fleet to extend service life, enhance operational capabilities, or improve performance. We deliver standard or tailored solutions, from minor upgrades to full overhauls and complete equipment replacements across the MacGregor portfolio, ensuring safe, reliable, and future‑ready operations.

In addition to the above, we supply all types of MacGregor equipment to sailing vessels, supporting both existing and new installations across the global fleet.

This position is responsible for leading and developing the offshore service projects organisation. You will be key to ensuring operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and business growth across international markets.

You will drive both strategy and execution, leading a high‑performing team to deliver offshore projects safely, efficiently, and profitably. As part of the Service Projects Leadership Team, you will be expected to actively participate in all meetings and discussions.

• Ensure safe, high‑quality, and timely delivery of offshore service projects to global customers.
• Drive continuous improvement in project performance, efficiency, and cost control.
• Proactively identify market opportunities and implement strategies for competitiveness and growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide strategic insight and regular reporting on project performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Empower, coach, and motivate team members and global peers to achieve excellence and innovation.

Reporting directly to the Director, Service Projects located in Norway. The position will be based in MacGregor’s office in Kristiansand or Arendal, Norway.

What you’ll need to succeed

We are seeking an inspiring leader who can motivate and develop diverse teams while demonstrating a strong business orientation that effectively balances customer focus and profitability. The ideal candidate is an analytical and strategic thinker with excellent communication and negotiation skills across all organisational levels. You also possess solid organisational and change management capabilities and thrive in a fast‑paced, international, and cross‑cultural environment.

Ideally you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 10 years’ leadership experience within offshore, energy, or industrial services
• Proven track record of managing teams and delivering results in complex service projects.
• Financial acumen with experience in P&L responsibility
• Solid understanding of offshore service operations and regulatory frameworks
• Proven track record of generating revenue and closing deals in a B2B environment
• High proficiency in CRM systems, advanced business analytics, and reporting tools.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel occasionally
• Fluent in both written and spoken English

Why MacGregor?

Our people are behind every success. People create the technology and product lifecycle solutions that make us great. Our people are the ones who innovate, and people drive our business forward. With us, you will be part of an international collaborative culture, with challenges and opportunities to further develop your professional skills. We enable sustainable global maritime operations by maximising efficiency in cargo and load handling.

• Integrity steers all our thinking, behaviour and the relationships with our customers and other stakeholders
• Quality is valued in our processes, products and services and helps to improve our customers’ performance and our own competencies
• Safety is essential in everything we do

MacGregor is an equal opportunity employer. We recognise that diversity is key to our continued success, and strive to maintain a fair and equitable recruitment process for all applicants.

Additional information

Do you have questions regarding the role? Please contact Geir Roland, Director, Service Projects at [e-mail].

Kindly note that we will only review CVs and applications submitted in English through our recruitment portal. Unfortunately, we do not consider CVs sent by email.

If you are ready to step into an exciting new role where you can make a significant impact and contribute to MacGregor's success, apply today!