ATEX Coordinator (MC / Field Support)

Erithy; Norway; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for permanent employment

Personal development focus

Access to a network of consultants and customers

Job summary

A consultancy specializing in sustainable infrastructure in Norway is seeking an ATEX Coordinator for a project. This role includes acting as the main contact during Mechanical Completion, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing technical guidance to field inspectors. Candidates should possess strong understanding of Ex inspection regulations, with fluency in English and knowledge of Norwegian advantageous. Opportunities for personal development and career advancement are offered.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Norwegian regulatory requirements and ATEX directives.
• Proven competence in Ex inspection and verification.
• Strong practical understanding of Ex equipment and Types of Protection.

Responsibilities

• Act as the project’s main contact during Mechanical Completion.
• Support MC/Ex field engineers and ensure compliance with Ex requirements.
• Provide interpretation of EN/IEC 60079 and client requirements.

Skills

Understanding of Norwegian regulatory requirements (Havtil)

Competence in Ex inspection and verification

Practical understanding of Ex equipment

Hands-on technical guidance

Fluent English

Knowledge of Norwegian language

Job description

Erithy, previously known as Be Better Contractors, specializes in the design and construction of sustainable subsea infrastructure globally.

We deliver consultancy services within the oil and gas industry, high voltage cables, biogas and hydrogen, as well as civil engineering services and project administration.

Created in 2017, Erithy has grown into a consultancy team made up of various profiles from Europe, South America and the Middle East, working on projects across Norway.

We are always on the lookout for new talented individuals to join our team, and we hope that you will be our new member!

We are now looking for ATEX Coordinators (MC / Field Support) for one of our customers based in XX.

Duration: ASAP - 15/11/2026, with option for extension

Responsibilities

• Act as the project’s main contact person and technical authority during Mechanical Completion, ensuring correct execution, inspection quality, and compliance with Ex requirements.
• The role exists to support MC/Ex field engineers, prevent systematic Ex errors, and protect the project from late rework and compliance risk.
• Act as main ATEX focal point of contact for all ATEX matters.
• Provide interpretation of EN/IEC 60079, project Ex strategies, and client requirements.
• Provide practical and technical Ex clarification and guidance to MC/Ex inspectors.
• Perform spot checks of completed initial Ex inspections.
• Verify that MCCR-Z-99 checklists are correctly and fully completed.
• Communicate lessons learned across teams and sites.
• Ensure consistency between installed equipment, initial inspection records, and Ex documentation.

Requirements

• Understanding of Norwegian regulatory requirements (Havtil) and the ATEX directives.
• Proven competence in Ex inspection and verification in accordance with EN/IEC 60079-14 and 60079-17.
• Ability review, validate, and challenge completed Ex inspection check sheets and identify deficiencies.
• Strong practical understanding of Ex equipment, Types of Protection, Ex Markins and installation practices.
• Experience providing hands‑on technical guidance and clarification to MC/Ex field inspectors.
• Ability to identify systematic Ex errors, initiate corrective actions, and communicate lessons learned across teams.
• Able to act as MC Field engineer Ex focal point, ensuring consistency between installation, inspection, and documentation.
• Fluent English. Norwegian is an advantage.

To work with Erithy means

• Working on exciting Norwegian energy projects.
• Fast‑track your career as a consultant for one of our customers.
• We offer opportunities for permanent employment, where stability and personal development are the main focus.
• Access our network of consultants and customers, and expand your opportunities.
• In Erithy, we care and know our consultants on a personal level, and follow‑up their progression.

Join Erithy now!