Ready to hoist the sails with us?
Job opportunities with us
As we set sail into new horizons, we’re on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our crew. Dive into our available job positions below, and even if you don’t spot an exact match, don’t hesitate to explore further. We’re always on the lookout for passionate individuals who share our dedication to creating vessels and solutions that are sustainable and resilient in the Arctic climate.
Polarkonsult AS is a ship technology consulting company. The company provides ship design services to shipyards and shipping companies in both national and international markets, as well as engineering services to the petroleum industry.
HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) is a high priority at Polarkonsult AS. The zero-harm philosophy applies to all of Polarkonsult’s activities. Polarkonsult is committed to continuously improving the external environment, which includes designing vessels with low or zero emissions, among other measures.
Polarkonsult AS is committed to complying with the requirements of the ISO management system standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, IOGP 423), government regulations, applicable legal requirements, and any other requirements imposed by the company concerning its occupational hazards.
The policy shall be accessible to all stakeholders and undergo regular review to ensure its relevance and suitability for the company.
Onboarding program
Setting sail for success: Your beginning with Polarkonsult
Oh hey! The sails are unfurled, the ropes are secured, and a new course is set – Polarkonsult is waiting. Start: as early as possible.
Today is the day. Your vessel docks in a new port, ready for new challenges. There is a tingling sensation of anticipation, a flutter of excitement in the pit of your stomach. But what lies ahead, and what is the journey ahead? What do we expect from you? What can you expect from us?
Do not despair. We are ready to welcome you on board. While we may not fend off sea monsters that may have had your butterflies for breakfast, we are committed to ensuring that your training period is smooth and that you are looked after. Mastering your new role is important, especially as new in the job. At the same time, embracing challenges is how we grow. Mistakes happen, but if they do, don’t be afraid. Just raise the sails and try again.
But how will it be, you wonder? To chart the most steady course, we navigate with the help of HMS&K – which stands for health, environment, safety, and quality. The goal? To create a workplace where the risk of hazards and accidents is reduced, and to create a good working environment. One of our employees will have close follow-up with you so that you always have someone to ask if necessary.
We have found that a mixture of independent work and interdisciplinary cooperation produces good results as we can share knowledge, experience, and expertise with each other which can help us in our work with our customers. So if you’re ready to embark on this enriching journey with us, you’re not just joining a team – you’re joining a crew dedicated to constantly developing themselves and challenging themselves to create innovative technology for a better and greener future within the maritime sector. Welcome aboard!
Summer internship ahoy!
Are you a summer student with ambitions or a keen interest in ship design, marine engineering, or oil and gas?
This summer, we had the pleasure of hosting three students as part of our Summer Student Program. Two of them are studying at NTNU in Trondheim, while one is enrolled at UiT in Tromsø. They got to work with 3D programs and 3D printing in relation to boat design, compiling technical details in fact sheets, conducting research, and much more.
Does this sound intriguing? Fantastic! Then, you’re in the right place. Dive into exciting projects while enjoying a unique opportunity to learn from knowledgeable and skilled professionals with years of experience in the industry. Join us for a summer of learning, innovation, and fun!
Our employee Frode Eldevik along with this year’s summer interns Demitu Mohammed, Ole Martin Melbøe Nygård, and Kristoffer Hansen. Foto: Thomas Myhre, Harstad 2023
Ready to set sail in a new direction?
We are looking for skilled professionals who will help to further develop Polarkonsult, and create sustainable solutions. See an overview of our available positions here:
If you didn’t spot a role that precisely matches your skills, don’t let that anchor you down. We’re all ears for open applications! Your unique expertise might just be the treasure we didn’t know we were seeking. Who knows what exciting opportunities lie ahead?
I really like my job and I enjoy working here at Polarkonsult. It’s a good and stabile job, and we have a lot of exiting projects. Living in Harstad suits me very well. I have all I need to thrive; a good job, a home, friends, and spare time activities I enjoy.
I’ve grown up here in Harstad, and I think that the city and region is evolving and are becoming more attractive. We have short distances, and I like the fact that I can walk to and from work.
Living in Harstad, you have the best of two worlds. Like living in a big city, you have all you need with stores and restaurants. But there is less stress here, and you are also surrounded with beautiful nature that is available for everyone. Harstad can also offer a lot of good culture and have a lot of festivals all year round.
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