Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Passion for operational excellence? Join us!

Nofitech is a market leading turnkey and end-to-end supplier of standardized, cost-effective landbased RAS facilities (ModulRAS) for fish production. We are experiencing strong growth, and our technology is now the preferred solution by the top-tier and industry-leading fish farmers.

We strive to deliver excellent aquaculture technology and solutions, enabling our clients to boast the highest standards of sustainability and improving their operations. We're committed to pushing boundaries and delivering exceptional results. 

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Top Management Team,   and take a leading position in elevating our organization to new heights.

Key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the CEO to develop and execute the company's vision and operational strategy, translating it into actionable steps for growth.
• Secure excellence in project execution, through establishing seamless coordination across all relevant departments and with all external partners.
• Ensure all projects meet deadlines, budgets, and high customer satisfaction, overseeing planning, follow-up, and reporting.
• Ensure that QHSE has top priority in all projects.
• Engage in client initiatives, support contract acquisition, and establish partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with business regulations and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Lead annual performance reviews and create individual development and succession plans.

The main place of work is at our headquarter Trondheim, however, frequent travelling to our project sites is expected and required to secure close follow-up.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role, ideally as a COO, with a strong track record in project management of large and complex projects. Experience from construction and/or oil and gas industries is relevant.
• Exceptional leadership, ambition, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and delivering operational excellence.
• Ability to effectively represent the company to customers and other stakeholders.

Why Join Us at Nofitech?

• At Nofitech, you will work in an environment characterized by diversity where we focus on people, supporting each other, and enjoying work!
• We have various social and sporty gatherings throughout the year.
• We value development-oriented employees and offer opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, with competitive individual conditions, insurance, and pension schemes.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to grow and advance to the position of Deputy CEO.

If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and a desire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team and take a leading position in shaping the future of Nofitech.

About us:

• Nofitech was established in 2011 with the ambition to develop the market’s most cost-efficient and compact Recirculating Aquaculture System (“RAS”).  Founders John Hestad and Geir Løvik put their combined +60 years of experience from the Norwegian fish farming industry into the development.
• Nofitech is a pioneer within RAS using seawater for salmonids – the first ModulRAS constructed for seawater for postsmolt was put in operation in 2015. The solution is now well proven and the preferred solution for several of the most prolific brands in the salmon and trout industry.
• We deliver our own patented, proprietary and complete RAS solutions for smolt, postsmolt, and grow-out, as well as add-on services such as training and support, and a comprehensive aftersales concept.
• Nofitech is the developer and owner of the groundbreaking production prediction automation and software solution MIME.
• Nofitech is owned by Summa Equity and Longship.