Site Inspector - Supervisor Jacket Construction

Join TenneT and Shape the Future of Energy

At TenneT, we seek professionals who contribute to the future of our energy grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable impact on our team and mission. The energy transition requires innovative technical solutions to ensure a stable and future-proof electricity grid. As Site Inspector - Supervisor Jacket Construction for our 2GW HVDC projects, your expertise will focus on and oversee the safe and compliant construction of three jackets for the offshore platforms at our contractor's site in Vlissingen.

Your profile and background

• Technical Qualifications: NDT Level II (preferably Level III) and coating inspection certification (e.g., NACE, FROSIO) are strongly preferred.

• Industry Experience: Proven experience in offshore steel structure construction and high-level QA/QC environments, with solid knowledge of DNV standards (e.g., DNVGL-OS-C401) and ISO-12944 for coatings.

• Autonomy & Responsibility: Capable of working independently without direct on-site supervision, taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities.

• Quality & Construction Expertise: Strong understanding of construction methods, quality systems, and related testing methods throughout all construction phases.

• Soft Skills: Proactive, communicative team player with excellent time management and interpersonal skills.

• IT & Language Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office and general PC skills, with fluent English in both speaking and writing.

Your contribution to TenneT

As Site Inspector - Supervisor Jacket Construction (Vlissingen) you are part of the platform team responsible for the delivery of offshore platforms for the IJmuiden Ver Beta, IJmuiden Ver Gamma, and Nederwiek Beta windfarms, which will generate a combined 3 x 2GW of offshore wind energy.

The stations contractor handles the design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of the platforms. As the client, the TenneT platform team ensures the contractor's work is carried out safely, on time, and in line with design, quality, and budget standards.

Your role is to oversee the safe and compliant construction of the jackets (substructures) for these platforms. You’ll work closely with the QA/QC Lead, SHE Manager, and (Sub) Project Leads, and report to the Sub Project Lead – Structure and T&I.

You will be the sole TenneT representative on-site in Vlissingen, serving as the main point of contact for the contractor at the jacket construction yard.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills: Act as TenneT’s on-site representative, maintaining clear and professional communication with the contractor without disrupting operations. This requires diplomacy, clarity, and the ability to represent TenneT’s interests professionally on-site.

• In-depth technical understanding of offshore jacket construction and quality control: Oversee construction quality, including welding, coatings, and materials, ensuring compliance with approved procedures and reporting deviations.

• Strong knowledge and enforcement of HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) standards: You observe contractor work activities, take action in case of unsafe situations (including stopping work if needed), and report incidents or accidents. This role requires a proactive and assertive safety mindset.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and certification processes: Coordinate with certifying authorities on inspections, material tests, and regulatory compliance.

• Understanding of construction processes and project planning: Review contractor’s schedule, track progress, and identify risks or delays impacting construction.

• Strong organizational and administrative skills: Keep daily records, review drawings, and support administrative tasks like redlining and as-built documentation.

Our offer

• Flexibility We are family friendly and flexible. Flexible working hours without fixed times and home office options allow you to organize your work individually. Our external partners also provide you with support services for various phases of life - for example, in matters relating to household services or care and career.

• Attractive remuneration and social benefits We offer great benefits such as a salary based on our Collective Labor Agreement, an annual bonus and excellent pension scheme.

• Health - your basis Because we think it is important that you are healthy and feel good, we offer all kinds of great extras: we provide various opportunities to work out via our Always Energy program which offers a wide range of opportunities to indulge in sports (organised training for different sports, competitions and events). And you will receive a sports allowance if you are a member of a sports club.

• Modern working environment

  • Modern IT-tools
  • Ergonomic workstations
  • Very well equipped conference rooms and communication solutions that enable cross-location and cross-border collaboration

• Additional benefits:

  • A permanent contract with a two-month probation period, based on 40 hours per week.
  • A salary in scale 8: €4,151 to €8,196 per month, with additional benefits such as health insurance, internet and sport compensation.
  • 43 vacation days per year.
  • All mentioned employment conditions apply to a full-time position unless otherwise stated.
  • Flexible conditions (always applicable):
  • We value a good work-life balance and your personal development. Therefore, we offer flexible solutions such as:
  • Hybrid working, including an internet and home office allowance.
  • Support for your vitality, with a contribution to a sports subscription and health insurance.
  • Development opportunities through TenneT’s training programs to continue expanding your knowledge and skills.
  • Work location is Vlissingen.

This will be our challenge

Large Projects Offshore is a key contributor to the energy transition. The Unit is responsible for the current and future development of the offshore grid as a whole and subsequently for the development and realization of the DC interconnectors and the Offshore Wind Farm grid connections in both the German and Dutch sectors of the North Sea.

Additional information

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that make the energy transition possible. We provide you with the space to develop your talents and work in an environment where your growth is central.

• A permanent contract with a two-month probation period, based on 40 hours per week.
• A salary in scale 8: €4,151 to €8,196 per month, with additional benefits such as health insurance, internet and sport compensation.
• 43 vacation days per year.
• Flexible working conditions and hybrid working options.
• Support for your vitality and personal development.
• Development opportunities through TenneT’s training programs.
• Work location is Vlissingen.

We encourage initiative and give you the space to bring new ideas. Together, we ensure that the Netherlands remains in motion and ready for the energy of tomorrow.

Diversity

Since we use AI as part of our recruiting process, we would like to create transparency and clarity at this point. The AI serves exclusively as a supporting and recommending tool to make our processes even faster and more efficient. At no time are automated decisions made.

About TenneT

TenneT is a leading European grid operator. We are committed to providing a secure and reliable supply of electricity 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while helping to drive the energy transition in our pursuit of a brighter energy future – more sustainable, reliable and affordable than ever before. In our role as the first cross-border Transmission System Operator (TSO) we design, build, maintain and operate over 25,000 kilometres of high-voltage electricity grid in the Netherlands and large parts of Germany, and facilitate the European energy market through our 17 interconnectors to neighbouring countries. We are one of the largest investors in national and international onshore and offshore electricity grids, with a turnover of EUR 9.2 billion and a total asset value of EUR 45 billion. Every day our 8,300 employees take ownership, show courage and make and maintain connections to ensure that the supply and demand of electricity is balanced for over 43 million people.

Lighting the way ahead together

Recruiter: Bianca Kreijger
Bianca.Kreijger@tennet.eu

Hiring Manager: Guus Siteur
Guus.Siteur@tennet.eu