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At GE Vernova, We are united by a single, urgent, and optimistic mission: electrify to thrive and decarbonize. The world needs us to accelerate the transition to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. Together, we have the energy to change the world.As Quality and Lean Leader, you will own and drive an integrated operational excellence strategy across the (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and APAC regions) EMEAA Pole full value stream. Reporting to the SPS Business Operations Leader and the EMEAA Pole General Manager, this role is pivotal in delivering safe, reliable, and consistently high-quality solutions that meet customer and regulatory expectations. You will embed Safety, Quality, and Lean principles deep into all operations, leading a high-performing team of Quality & Lean professionals. This is a senior leadership role with broad influence — spanning operations leadership, Value Stream transformation, suppliers, and customers. You will be the driving force behind continuous improvement across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), delivering measurable value to customers and shareholders alike. Where you’ll be an active contributor to these accountabilities:
•Operational Excellence – Lead end-to-end quality and lean transformation across the EMEAA Pole, ensuring best-in-class efficiency, compliance, and profitability
•Customer & Regulatory Assurance – Ensure all customer requirements are consistently embedded and delivered, reducing cost of poor quality and elevating the customer experience
•Cross-Functional Leadership – Partner across EHS, EMEAA teams, Steam Power Services, Gas Power, and supplier networks to align strategy and accelerate Value Stream performance
Job Description
Success in this role looks like:
Building deep expertise in GE Vernova's Quality and Lean tools to deliver measurable improvements in business performance and team culture
Driving sustainable operational gains through Built-in-Quality principles, Value Stream transformation, and structured problem-solving
Developing a high-performing Quality & Lean team that meets the evolving needs of both the EMEAA Pole and SPS Value Stream
Playing an active and visible role in shaping SPS's broader operational excellence journey
Who You Are:
A principled leader who leads with clarity, consistency, and integrity — embodying GE Vernova's Leadership Behaviors
A seasoned Quality & Lean professional with deep expertise in quality management, Kaizen, problem-solving, value stream optimization, and daily management
· You are able to travel regionally on a regular basis and globally on a periodic basis.
Responsibilities
EMEAA Pole Quality Leadership – Own the full Quality agenda for the EMEAA Pole, ensuring compliance, operational rigor, and customer responsiveness across all projects, services, and outages
Performance Management – Orchestrate operating rhythms around key performance indicators as well as target to improve indicators, driving trend analysis, lean action plan progress, and structured problem-solving to eliminate defects and prevent recurrence
Customer Representation – Serve as the face of Quality to customers, resolving issues swiftly, applying preventive actions, and building lasting trust through consistent responsiveness
Operational Excellence – Apply Built-in-Quality, Lean, and Value Stream methodologies to drive SQDC improvements, standardize processes, and deliver measurable first-pass yield gains
Problem Solving & Corrective Action – Own and drive PSRs, 8Ds, 5-Whys, and systemic corrective action programs to deliver both immediate fixes and long-term strategic improvements
Lean Culture & Capability Building – Coach and embed Leader Standard Work, Daily Management, and Kaizen practices across the Value Stream and EMEAA operations to drive sustainable productivity
Change Leadership – Lead cross-functional teams to simplify end-to-end processes, drive change using the Change Acceleration Process, and communicate progress through KPIs and MORs
QMS & Audit Governance – Partner cross-functionally to develop, deploy, and continuously improve the Quality Management System, including internal and external audit execution
Strategic Leadership & Learning – Shape operations strategy as a key member of SPS Business Operations and EMEAA leadership teams, while fostering a learning organization through best practice sharing and structured communication plans
Basic Qualifications
Education – Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
Industry Experience – Significant leadership experience in Operations and/or Quality within the power generation or regulated industrial environment
Lean & Continuous Improvement – Certified Lean Practitioner or Six Sigma Black Belt, with hands-on expertise in Kaizen facilitation, Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, Hoshin Kanri, and A3 methodologies
Problem Solving – Advanced proficiency in structured problem-solving techniques including 8D, 5-Why, and Root Cause Analysis, with a track record of resolving chronic issues and preventing recurrence
Transformation Leadership – Proven ability to lead large-scale operational transformation programs across multiple workstreams, from initiation through sustained deployment, with clear accountability for timelines and measurable outcomes
Quality & Compliance – Strong knowledge of QMS frameworks, technical regulations, and compliance requirements, with demonstrated ability to drive SQDC improvements
Team & Accountability – Proven leader of Quality, Lean, and Operations teams, with strong accountability, resource planning capability, and experience managing multi-year Continuous Improvement Roadmaps
Communication & Influence – Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to engage and influence across all levels of the organization
Mobility – Willing and able to travel regularly, both regionally and globally
Desired Qualifications
Education – Master's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain
Familiarity with GE Vernova's Operating Model, Zero Defect framework, Leadership Behaviors, and performance management expectations
Industry Expertise – Experience developing and implementing Quality policies, procedures, and process simplification in demanding, quality-critical industries such as automotive or aviation
Leadership & Influence – A credible change agent with outstanding interpersonal skills, capable of driving a strategic agenda and influencing at all levels across a complex, global organization
People Development – Proven ability to mentor, coach, and inspire diverse teams, creating an environment where people are motivated, empowered, and engaged to deliver results
Analytical & Process Mindset – Strong data analytics capability combined with a disciplined approach to process standardization, documentation, and continuous improvement
Customer-Centered Thinking – Ability to connect problem-solving and Value Stream improvements directly to customer outcomes and overall business performance
GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)
- Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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