Senior Certification & Technical Approval Officer

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Senior Certification & Technical Approval Officer – Essen, Germany

Due to continued growth, DNV Business Assurance is seeking a Senior Certification & Technical Approval Officer to join our Global Technical HUB (GTH) team.

Global Technical HUB Overview

The Global Technical HUB (GTH), part of Global Operations & Technical, manages global accreditation and compliance governance efficiently and cost‑effectively. As part of our global MSC technical team, you will collaborate closely with technical, sales, and operations departments across market units worldwide.

You will report to the Accreditation Manager.

Role Purpose

As Senior Certification & Technical Approval Officer, you will ensure compliance with relevant standards (ISO 17021, ISO 17029, IAF MD documents) and deliver high‑quality technical approvals. You will contribute to technical support activities and help maintain DNV’s reputation for excellence in certification.

Key Responsibilities

Review and report on the quality of certification work delivered by DNV Business Assurance market units worldwide, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards.
Conduct performance analysis, scheme management, technical reviews, and make decisions related to competence, proposals, auditor reporting, project sampling, and certification.
Provide pragmatic, constructive, and business‑oriented feedback to market units.
Support market units in achieving their quality and business objectives, maintaining acceptance by global accreditation bodies and standard owners.
Communicate effectively and proactively resolve issues with market units.
Support management in resolving internal and external audit findings (accreditation body audits) and other compliance‑related tasks.
Maintain own auditor qualifications through regular auditing.
Uphold the independent nature of DNV Business Assurance at all times.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum 4 years’ experience in accredited MSC activities, including accreditation management, technical reviews, performance analysis, and improvement projects.
In‑depth knowledge of accreditation standards (minimum ISO 17021; additional knowledge of ISO 17029 is preferred).
Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
In‑depth knowledge of at least three MSC standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001).
Familiarity with sustainability standards (ISCC, ISO 14064, EU ETS).
Completed Lead Auditor (LA) training and certification in relevant standards.
Maintained at least two LA qualifications through annual audits.
Ability to review audit results against single and multiple certification standards.
Proficient user of new IT tools and digital media.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English (verbal and written).

Professional Development & Compensation

We offer challenging, varied, and responsible work in a dynamic international environment. You will have ample opportunities for professional development, following our 70‑20‑10 philosophy: 70% learning on the job, 20% coaching, and 10% formal training. The position offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and an incentive scheme.

Local employment conditions apply.

Legal & Compliance

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices.