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Are you passionate about technology and the maritime world? Do you enjoy variety, working with different people and taking ownership when a technical challenge needs to be solved? Then this could be the role for you.

Your role in the story

As Technical Superintendent Tugs & Barges, you provide technical support for our tugs, barges and specific equipment used across Heerema’s offshore projects. One day you may be on board supervising repair and maintenance activities, while the next you are back in the office coordinating maintenance, inspections or an upcoming investment project.

That variety is an important part of this role. You use your technical knowledge and practical experience with vessel repair and maintenance, equipment inspections and classification requirements to help keep our assets safe, reliable and ready for operation.

You identify critical maintenance periods and investment needs and work closely with the Asset Equipment Manager, Vessel Management Teams and Operational Managers to translate these into realistic plans while minimizing downtime.

This is a role for someone who likes to take ownership and get things moving. You know when to push for progress, when to bring people together and you don't easily let go when something needs to be solved. Changing circumstances don't throw you off, they are part of what makes the job interesting.

Leiden will be your home base, with the possibility to work from our Vlissingen office as well, combined with regular visits to our vessels, yards and suppliers.

What you will be working on

• Coordinate and supervise repair, maintenance and technical activities for our tugs, barges and project-specific equipment;
• Identify technical risks, critical maintenance periods and investment needs and turn them into practical plans and solutions;
• Work closely with the Asset Equipment Manager, Vessel Management Teams and Operational Managers to keep our assets safe, reliable and operational;
• Coordinate equipment inspections, classification requirements and maintenance activities, both from shore and on board;
• Take ownership of technical challenges from start to finish, balancing safety, quality, planning, operational requirements and costs.

Key ingredients for success:

For us, this role is about more than technical knowledge alone. We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in technology and the maritime sector, who enjoys variety and gets energy from working together with different people.

You have drive, ownership and perseverance. You communicate easily at different levels and know how to get people moving. When circumstances change, you adapt and find a way forward. And when a technical challenge needs solving, you are someone who can sink your teeth into it and follow through until the job is done.

Furthermore, you have:

• A Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Naval Architecture or equivalent;
• Strong practical and theoretical technical knowledge and ideally around 5 years of experience in a similar role;
• Good project management and commercial skills;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills and a hands-on approach;
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both written and spoken, and the flexibility to travel to our vessels and other locations when required.

Your future fleet

You will work with a diverse portfolio of tugs and barges supporting Heerema's offshore operations.

Among them are Kolga and Bylgia, our 72-meter DP2 tugs, custom-built to support our crane vessel operations. Both vessels are equipped with a retractable bow thruster and have a bollard pull of 200 tons. Their anchor handling systems allow them to install anchors in water depths of up to 1,500 meters.

Working across different assets, projects and technical challenges means no two days are the same. It gives you the opportunity to combine hands-on technical work with planning, coordination and project management.

Your Foundation for Success
At our core, we champion an entrepreneurial spirit and a relentless pursuit of growth. We seek individuals who excel in personal development, seize opportunities where others see challenges, and turn them into success. Whether you're a creative problem-solver, an ambitious go-getter, or someone who thrives in collaboration, we cultivate a culture of passion, dedication, and continuous improvement. Personal leadership and initiative are non-negotiable: you own your growth and the impact you make. If you tackle challenges with a creative yet practical mindset, drive goals with determination, and add value to diverse teams, you'll thrive with us. Together, we create impact and drive meaningful change, always focused on results.

Here’s why people love working with us:

• Strong compensation & benefits, including an annual bonus plan tied to company performance;
• Bonus basis = your annual gross salary + 13th month + 8% holiday allowance;
• Future-proof pension: gross scheme covering base + 13th month + holiday allowance, with no mandatory contribution up to €72.488,52.
• 30days off to recharge, with the option to buy 10 extra days;
• Free access to our in-house gym, including fitness classes;
• Activities to connect with colleagues (e.g., our Friday-afternoon get-together);
• A modern and easily accessible office in Leiden.

Is this your dream job? Put in your application now!

We are looking forward to hearing from you. We are interested in your CV, but we mainly want to find out more about your ambitions, your personality, and what is your motivation to succeed. So be sure to include a brief cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this position. So hit the button, apply and make the impossible possible with Heerema. We’d love to meet you!

The application process

The application process will consist of an online assessment, two interviews and contract negotiations. At the end of the process, we will cordially welcome you aboard.

Want to make the impossible possible together? We’d love to meet you!

Good to know: This position is based at our Heerema office in Leiden, the Netherlands. We welcome applications from candidates who are already eligible to work in the Netherlands, as visa sponsorship and work permit arrangements are unfortunately not available for this role.