Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Currentposition
Languages
Personal Information
Responsibilities
Timeline

Kristian Godsveen

Bergen,46

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in leadership and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Company Commander Force Protection Company

Norwegian Naval Bases
08.2023 - Current
  • Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
  • Served as an ambassador for the organization during community outreach events, strengthening relationships with local stakeholders and enhancing public understanding of military missions.
  • Improved unit readiness by implementing comprehensive training programs and conducting regular evaluations.
  • Enhanced team cohesion through fostering a professional environment focused on mutual respect and open communication.
  • Safeguarded personnel welfare by proactively addressing concerns and establishing robust support networks within the unit.
  • Implemented robust security measures to safeguard sensitive information, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Balanced competing priorities effectively while managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through encouraging innovation in tactical approaches and problem-solving techniques.
  • Collaborated with adjacent units to share best practices, enhancing overall effectiveness across the organization.
  • Maximized resource utilization by overseeing budget planning, allocation, and execution in line with organizational goals.
  • Led successful military operations under challenging conditions, showcasing adaptability in dynamic environments.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to mitigate potential hazards during training exercises and operational deployments.
  • Established clear expectations for subordinates through transparent communication of goals, objectives, and performance metrics.
  • Developed strong relationships with higher headquarters and external agencies, supporting effective collaboration and mission success.
  • Evaluated personnel performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement while recognizing achievements through appropriate reward mechanisms.
  • Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
  • Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
  • Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
  • Prepared and delivered investigative reports and briefings.
  • Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
  • Led team in developing strategic plans to meet operational objectives.
  • Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
  • Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
  • Directed tactical operations in complex and challenging environments.
  • Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
  • Analyzed intelligence reports and identified potential tactical threats.
  • Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
  • Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.

Nestkommanderende Innsatsstyrke Bjørn West

Forsvaret/Hv-09
08.2018 - Current

Assisterende operasjonsoffiser

Forsvaret/Hv-09
08.2015 - 07.2018

Hovedinstruktør stridsmiljø & overlevelse

Forsvaret/befalsskolen Sjøforsvaret
12.2012 - 07.2015

Nestkommanderende ISR Eskadron Afghanistan

Forsvaret/Etterretningsbataljon
02.2012 - 11.2012
  • ISR= Intelligence Surveillance Recoinnesence

Sensor & ildleder-troppssjef

Forsvaret/Artilleribataljon
08.2011 - 01.2012

Stab/Bombekaster troppssjef

Forsvaret/Artilleribataljon
08.2009 - 07.2011

Kadett ved krigsskolen

Forsvaret/Krigsskolen
08.2006 - 06.2009

Vekter/Verditransportør

Hafslund Sikkerhet
08.2003 - 07.2006

Administrasjonsoffiser

Forsvaret/Hærens samband
08.2002 - 07.2003

Kullsjef befalsskole

Forsvaret/Hærens samband
02.2002 - 07.2002

Etterretningsbefal

Forsvaret/Telemark Bataljon KFOR IV Kosovo
04.2001 - 01.2002

Assisterende S-4 forsyning

Forsvaret/Telemark Bataljon
08.2000 - 03.2001

Offiser ved stab

Forsvaret/Hærens forsyningskommando
01.2000 - 07.2000

Troppsbefal

Forsvaret
07.1999 - 12.1999

Education

Master - Ledelse

Forsvarets høyskole
05.2022
  • I min masteroppgave skrev jeg om intensjonsbasert ledelse (oppdragsbasert) og om hvordan vi oppfatter begrepet er kulturstyrt og derfor ikke den samme saken mellom organisasjoner selv om vi bruker det samme begrep.
  • GPA: 90

Masternivå - Sammenlignende politikk

Universitet i Bergen
12.2018
  • Tok 4 moduler ved UiB som del av en deltidsmaster i sammenlignende politikk. Satte den på vent da jeg kom inn på master ved Forsvarets høyskole.
  • GPA: 60

Bachelor-nivå - Veiledning

NLA
12.2014
  • Tok 30 studiepoeng i veiledning ved NLA i Bergen.
  • GPA: B

Bachelor - Ledelse/Militære fag

Krigsskolen
06.2009
GPA: B

Skills

  • Team motivation
  • Delegation and empowerment
  • Public speaking
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Conflict management
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Budgeting and finance
  • Discipline and focus
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Military operations
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Crew leadership
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Decision-making
  • Situational awareness
  • Relationship building
  • Combat training
  • Field training
  • Weapons handling
  • Team building
  • Leadership development
  • Task prioritization
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Tactical operations
  • Analytical thinking
  • Operational planning
  • Operations management
  • Risk assessment
  • Interagency coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Security protocols
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Force protection
  • Continuous improvement
  • Verbal reports
  • Written communication
  • Personnel management
  • Project management
  • Training management
  • Crisis management
  • Land navigation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Mission planning
  • Counterterrorism strategies
  • Emergency response
  • Physical conditioning
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Stress management
  • Intelligence gathering
  • Operations monitoring
  • Analytical skills

Certification

08/01/19, Nytt førerkort utstedt i 2019 på grunn av motorsykkellappen. Tok førekort på bil i 1998.

Currentposition

Company commander Force Protection  Company Norwegian Naval bases Haakonsvern / Chief Supervisor Force Protection Norwegian Naval Bases

Languages

English
Swedish

Personal Information

  • Notice Period: 3
  • Date of Birth: 06/26/78
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Norway

Responsibilities

Chief supervisor Force Protection for Norwegian Naval Bases. Overall responsibillity for training Force Protection soldiers to the Norwegian Naval Bases, Coastal Ranger Commando and several other units within the Norwegian Defense forces. Overwatch both training and executing Force Protection missions for Norwegian Naval Bases.

Timeline

Company Commander Force Protection Company - Norwegian Naval Bases
08.2023 - Current
Nestkommanderende Innsatsstyrke Bjørn West - Forsvaret/Hv-09
08.2018 - Current
Assisterende operasjonsoffiser - Forsvaret/Hv-09
08.2015 - 07.2018
Hovedinstruktør stridsmiljø & overlevelse - Forsvaret/befalsskolen Sjøforsvaret
12.2012 - 07.2015
Nestkommanderende ISR Eskadron Afghanistan - Forsvaret/Etterretningsbataljon
02.2012 - 11.2012
Sensor & ildleder-troppssjef - Forsvaret/Artilleribataljon
08.2011 - 01.2012
Stab/Bombekaster troppssjef - Forsvaret/Artilleribataljon
08.2009 - 07.2011
Kadett ved krigsskolen - Forsvaret/Krigsskolen
08.2006 - 06.2009
Vekter/Verditransportør - Hafslund Sikkerhet
08.2003 - 07.2006
Administrasjonsoffiser - Forsvaret/Hærens samband
08.2002 - 07.2003
Kullsjef befalsskole - Forsvaret/Hærens samband
02.2002 - 07.2002
Etterretningsbefal - Forsvaret/Telemark Bataljon KFOR IV Kosovo
04.2001 - 01.2002
Assisterende S-4 forsyning - Forsvaret/Telemark Bataljon
08.2000 - 03.2001
Offiser ved stab - Forsvaret/Hærens forsyningskommando
01.2000 - 07.2000
Troppsbefal - Forsvaret
07.1999 - 12.1999
Universitet i Bergen - Masternivå, Sammenlignende politikk
NLA - Bachelor-nivå, Veiledning
Krigsskolen - Bachelor, Ledelse/Militære fag
Forsvarets høyskole - Master, Ledelse
Kristian Godsveen