BI & Analytics Specialist
At VARD, we create innovative and sustainable solutions for the global maritime industry. Combining future-oriented engineering excellence, cutting-edge technology, and strong teamwork, we design and build some of the world’s most advanced vessels for a wide range of market segments, including offshore energy, naval, fisheries, icebreaking and research.
To be able to build the ships of tomorrow today, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment where talents can grow, ideas are valued, and individuals are empowered to make an impact.
We are currently looking for a BI & Analytics Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to apply your expertise, collaborate with skilled colleagues, and contribute to exciting projects across the VARD value chain.
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 employees in Norway and additional locations internationally.
Ready to make an impact at VARD?
You will join VARD's BI and Analytics team in Digital Innovation & IT, helping transform data into meaningful insights that support decision-making across the organization.
The role focuses on analytics, reporting, and business intelligence, working closely with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and deliver intuitive, high-quality analytical solutions. You will collaborate with colleagues across business and IT to ensure information is presented in a clear, consistent, and actionable way.
Duties and responsibilities
We are looking for a person who can bridge business needs and analytical solutions through reporting, visualization, and insight generation. You will contribute to the development and continuous improvement of reporting and analytics capabilities across the organization.
Design, develop, and maintain dashboards and reports
- Gather and translate business requirements into analytical solutions
- Develop and maintain data models supporting reporting and analysis
- Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance in reporting solutions
- Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and subject matter experts
- Support adoption and continuous improvement of analytical solutions
- Contribute to the evolution of the company’s data and analytics platform
- Document solutions and share knowledge across teams
Qualifications
Required
- Experience with business intelligence and analytics solutions like Microsoft Fabric and Power BI
- Strong understanding of reporting, dashboards, and data visualization, Power BI, Medallion Architecture and Semantic Models
- Experience with data modeling and analytical datasets, OLTP vs OLAP
- Experience working with SQL and relational databases
- Ability to translate business requirements into practical solutions
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience
- Professional communication skills in English
Desirable but not essential
- Experience with modern data and analytics platforms
- Knowledge of ERP and other business systems
- Experience with robotic process automation (RPA) and workflow automation, such as Power Automate or UiPath
- Understanding of data governance and data quality principles
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
- 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
- Passionate about turning data into business value
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Curious and eager to learn
- Able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Structured, reliable, and self-driven
- Collaborative and inclusive team player
- Identify yourself with the VARD values Craftmanship, Salesmanship and Fellowship.
Why you'll enjoy working at VARD
At VARD, you'll join an international company where innovation, collaboration, and continuous development are part of everyday work. We are committed to creating an environment where people thrive, grow, and succeed together.
As part of our team, you'll benefit from:
- Exciting and meaningful work in a global maritime environment
- Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career growth
- A competitive pension scheme and comprehensive insurance coverage
- Flexible working arrangements, including the possibility to work from home
- Subsidized lunch in our office canteen
- Subsidized gym membership to support your health and wellbeing
- Occupational health services
- Free mobile phone usage
- Modern office facilities with free parking
At VARD, we also know that a great workplace is about more than just work. Through Social by VARD, you'll have the opportunity to connect with colleagues across teams and locations through a wide range of social activities and events. From fjord cruises, hiking, and cooking classes to football practice, go-karting, and wine tasting, there are plenty of opportunities to build relationships, share experiences, and create lasting memories.
With the right blend of fun, expertise and hard work, we are creating ships for the future. Join us!
