Superintendent Offshore Wind

In the role of superintendent, you will be responsible for the preparation and execution of installation projects, taking care of project-specific requirements.

The position

Our organisation is professional, dedicated and innovative, with a strong focus on working together in dynamic teams, to achieve the best results and succeed together. As a leading player in the Offshore Wind industry, Van Oord is able to cover all several aspects to manage the supply, preparation and execution of an Offshore Windfarm. From Cable installation, to Foundation installation and heavy lifting operations.

Do you want to be part of this and are you ready to take your career in the renewable energy to the next level? Van Oord Offshore Wind is seeking a highly experienced and driven Superintendent.

As a Superintendent, you will contribute to the creation and execution of challenging offshore wind projects, while enjoying significant responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth and development. If it’s your fresh and objective view or if it’s your broad experience, specialization or passion, at Van Oord you are able to innovate and create.

Your responsibilities

• Contribute to the preparational phase in order to ensure and adhere to a safe execution in a timely manner, in accordance with the high standards in the Offshore Wind industry.
• Create and follow up on documentation, such as method statements, work procedures, management of change, reports etc.
• Coordinate and advice in the event of technical problems and challenges;
• Lead, coordinate and motivate the team of in- and external stakeholders, towards the successful execution, on an operational level.
• Report to and liaise with (Offshore) Construction Manager versus Site Management.

Job requirements

• Technical, Mechanical, Maritime or Civil background, with at least 3 years of operational experience within offshore installation projects.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative, results-driven and innovative work environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, coupled with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the health, safety, and environmental standards pertaining to the Renewable Energy industry.
• A flexible attitude with regard to working alternately on board, on project locations and office preparations on various types of (rotation) schedules.
• A good command of the English language, spoken and written.

We offer

Working on projects means being away from home for a period of time. In Europe and outside of Europe, you will work on a rotation scheme this depends on where the projects takes place. In addition, we offer you:

• A salary matching with responsibilities and experience;
• Project allowances (based on location and situation of the project);
• A pension scheme;
• A variable bonus;
• A great onboarding program in which you get familiar with Van Oord and also get to know your new colleagues;
• Opportunity to make career steps, within different business units;
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz;
• An attractive travel allowance, if you work at an office in the Netherlands.

“The upgrade of the Svanen prepares us for this increase in scale and allows us to maintain our leadership position in the offshore wind industry.”
Johanna, Project Engineer