BI & Analytics Senior IT Specialist

 

Introduction

Vard Group continues to expand its focus on digitalization, streamlining of our value chain and data-driven processes, and the company's IT solutions are a central part of this. The goal is to continue to strengthen and develop existing systems, as well as to find new solutions and new ways of working. The IT department at VARD is a global organization with 40 employees in Norway and additional 30 in Romania, Vietnam and USA. 

This role will be central in building and expanding BI and analytics capabilities across the organization. 

At VARD we care about nurturing talents and embracing diverse strengths, giving everyone the opportunity to develop and grow. Join us and be part of a community that celebrates your skills, and where together we are shaping the future of shipbuilding. 

The Position Introduction
You will join the BI and Analytics team in Digital Innovation & IT, working with data ingestion, structuring, and modeling from various source systems. You will build high-quality datasets for analysis and reporting using tools such as Microsoft Fabric and Power BI. The role includes close collaboration with IT, vendors, and business stakeholders, as well as contributing to strategic technology development

  

Duties and responsibilities

We are looking for a person who will act as the interface between IT and the business, managing BI & Analytics initiatives where data solutions are implemented, upgraded, improved, or integrated. You will oversee analytics‑platform and reporting‑focused deliveries from initial assessment and requirements through implementation—covering data ingestion, structuring, modeling, and publishing high‑quality datasets and dashboards—while securing smooth transitions into IT operations. In this role, you will coordinate stakeholders and partners to ensure consistent, governed solutions that support strategic, tactical, and operational decision‑making across the organization.

• Data governance, data quality, and security
• ETL/ELT processes
• Business requirements analysis
• Architecture and development of the analytics platform
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Documentation and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

• Experience with data warehouses, analytics, and data platforms (SQL)
• Strong understanding of databases and data modeling
  
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• Professional communication skills in English

Desirable but not essential 

• Knowledge of ERP and CRM systems
• Knowledge of PRINCE2 methodology.
• Project management experience (advantage)
• Experience with ITIL and IT Service Management (ITSM).
• Professional communication skills in a Scandinavian language
  

VARD works systematically for inclusion and diversity and encourage everyone to apply, even if your competence does not match 100% the above

This employment may require a background check, or security clearance by the Norwegian National Security Authority

Personal qualities

• Curious and analytical
• Thinks strategically and acts pragmatically
• Self‑motivated
• Organized and reliable
• Collaborative and inclusive
• Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.

Our commitment to you

A key role in developing digital solutions in a global technology environment

A good working environment with exciting and important tasks in an international environment 

• Competitive pension scheme and insurance package
• Flexible work from home policy 
• Free mobile phone usage and subsidized internet at home 
• Central office location and free parking
• We understand the importance of continuous learning and we strive to give you the chance to gain new skills and further develop your career

 

VARD recognizes the importance of having fun at work, this is why with Social by Vard you will have the chance to bond with colleagues through new experiences and shared interests. The social offer varies throughout the year and includes activities like 'walk and talk' during lunch hours, fjord cruises, cooking lessons, go karting, football practices and wine tasting, just to name a few. 

With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us! 

Contacts

Ole Tom Holen, Head of Solution Strategy, Design & Implementation, +47 9959 9959

Location

Skansekaia 2
6002 Ålesund

Key information:

Employer: Vard Group AS

Reference number: 5067212074
Percentage of full-time: 100%
Regular
Application deadline: 15/03/2026