SVP Technical

Type of contract: Permanent

"Our people are the heart of Norwegian. We embrace a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion. Embracing this culture is critical to our business success and makes us stronger together. Our people have different knowledge, experiences, and backgrounds, but all share a passion for our vision; to become the most loved and trusted airline in Europe”.

Are you our new SVP Technical Operations?

As our new SVP Technical Operations, you will lead our technical division from our headquarters at Fornebu. You will be responsible for driving safe, compliant, and highly efficient operations with a strong sense of business acumen. If you are a collaborative leader, a change agent, and have a passion for aviation excellence, we want to hear from you!

What is it like to work at Norwegian:

Norwegian’s vision is to be the most loved and trusted airline in Europe, and our people are key to achieving that goal.

Here, you’ll find a diverse and dynamic workforce united by a shared purpose and passion for connecting people.

No matter your role, you’ll make engaging connections every day.

We care for, encourage, and cheer each other on, celebrating new ideas and different ways of doing things.

So, fasten your seatbelt — your next exciting career journey starts here!

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Operational Excellence & Safety: Directing the safe and efficient management of all aspects of the company’s technical operations. Fostering a high level of productivity to ensure robust, on-time performance (OTP).

• Strategic Leadership: Defining, executing, and monitoring short- and long-term strategies and KPIs for Technical Operations, aligning them with company-wide goals.

• Collaboration & Cross-Functional Teamwork: Building and maintaining strong working relationships across other business functions, such as Airline Network, to optimize fleet utilization.

• Team Development: Coaching, mentoring, and leading Level 3 personnel. Setting specific, measurable goals, conducting regular 1-to-1s, and nurturing top talent in partnership with flying schools, universities, and trade schools.

• Systems & Digitalization: Maintaining oversight and control of crucial IT systems related to Technical Operations (such as AMOS and Aviatar), while driving innovation and digitalization.

• Regulatory Compliance: Maintaining excellent relations with EASA and National Aviation Authorities, ensuring compliance as the Nominated Person CAMO (NPCA) as outlined in CAME.

• Financial Stewardship: Exercising strict cost control and managing large-scale project budgets effectively within your department.

You are our ideal candidate if:

• You hold an MSc, BSc, or postgraduate degree in Management, Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent, with documented leadership training.

• You possess a minimum of 5+ years of experience in a senior Technical Management role within the aviation industry, with a proven track record of delivering complex initiatives.

• You meet the regulatory requirements of EU 1321/2014, PART-CAMO.A.305, and can be successfully accepted by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) as a Nominated Person CAMO (NPCA).

• You have a deep understanding of civil aviation regulations (EASA, ICAO, IATA) and a process-oriented, analytical mindset.

• You have a proven track record of coaching and mentoring a large, remote workforce to enhance capability and succession.

• You have strong financial acumen, with experience in managing substantial budgets and driving lean process optimization.

• You are a stellar communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of building trust and driving change.

• You possess an excellent command of English (both written and oral).

We can offer:

Joining Norwegian means more than just a competitive salary — it’s about being part of a community that values and rewards your contributions.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Travel in Europe and beyond with massively discounted employee priced tickets with Norwegian and our partner airlines.

• We have good pension schemes.

• Get comprehensive medical and travel insurance.

• You will have the flexibility to combine working from our office and from home.

• We offer a competitive salary.

• Possibility to participate in activities run by Norwegian SportsClub.

• Opportunity to join our share saving plan.

Could this be the start of an amazing journey?

If you love the thought of working with us, click the Apply Now button to complete your application. You will need to upload a recent copy of your CV.

Please note: We can only accept applications that have been submitted through our recruitment system. We will accept your CV in either English or a Scandinavian language.

Interested? Let’s talk!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to:

Henrik Fjeld
Chief Operations Officer
Henrik.Fjeld@norwegian.com

Travel required: Some travelling must be expected 

Application deadline: 01.08.2026