Head of Prevention Department
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Oslo, Norway Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking a Head of Prevention Department to lead and develop its prevention work. The role oversees inspection and housing functions, including fire prevention, inspections, sweeping, public information, and awareness-building. Responsibilities include personnel, budget, operations, and performance management; ensuring work complies with applicable laws and goals; and improving prevention analysis, processes, and quality systems. The department head will collaborate with internal teams and external partners and contribute to organizational leadership. Candidates must meet the regulatory qualifications for leading prevention work, including vocational education in preventive fire protection and one of the specified pathways: a bachelor’s degree, qualifications as a full-time emergency manager, or at least two years of prevention experience. Relevant management experience, strong written and verbal communication, and a Class B driver’s license are required. Further education in law, public administration, or management, along with budgeting, public administration, or safety experience, is desirable. The ideal candidate is a confident, structured decision-maker who builds trust, communicates well, collaborates effectively, and motivates employees.
Functions:
- Operations
About the Company
An intermunicipal company responsible for fire and rescue services in the region
Industry
Law Enforcement
Type
Government Agency
employees
51-200