Operating Engineer (Offshore Fire Safety Systems)

Help de toekomst van het Nederlandse elektriciteitsnet vorm te geven

Keeping the Netherlands powered — that’s our mission. As an Operating Engineer (Offshore Fire Safety Systems), you help ensure the electricity grid is future-proof. Together with your team, you work on innovative solutions that contribute to a stable and sustainable energy system.

Jouw rol

How will you help power the Netherlands? As an Operating Engineer, you will manage preventive and corrective maintenance, operational readiness, and improvement projects related to offshore fire safety systems. Your work supports the safe and continuous operation of TenneT’s growing offshore asset portfolio. In addition, you are responsible for:

• Setting technical direction for operations and maintenance – Ensuring fire safety systems operate safely and reliably across offshore platforms.

• Managing improvement projects – Leading or supporting technical projects and warranty processes with key vendors.

• Operational readiness – Defining and implementing operational requirements for newly delivered offshore assets.

• System troubleshooting and fault resolution – Acting swiftly and effectively in case of incidents to ensure system uptime.

• Contract and budget management – Overseeing service contracts, coordinating tenders and negotiations, and ensuring contract performance.

You will join the Operating Engineers team within GON, led by Adam Steinitz, and collaborate with asset managers, project leads, commissioning engineers, and contractors. The team plays a vital role in safeguarding the availability, safety, and maintainability of offshore assets. We value teamwork, proactiveness, and cross-disciplinary cooperation in a dynamic offshore setting.

Jouw profiel & achtergrond

At TenneT, we are looking for professionals who help shape the future of our electricity grid. We expect you to bring the right experience and skills to make a valuable contribution to our team and mission.

What do you bring?

• Technical ownership: You confidently take the lead on fire safety systems, acting as a subject matter expert across projects and operations.

• Problem-solving mindset: Calm and solution-oriented in complex offshore situations, including faults and emergencies.

• Team player: You collaborate naturally, supporting both technical peers and project stakeholders with practical and strategic advice.

• A BSc or MSc degree in Engineering, with at least 5 years of relevant offshore experience.

• Expertise in fire alarm systems (e.g., Tyco, Semco) and fire suppression systems (water, foam, gas, chemical).

• Familiarity with offshore codes and regulations (e.g., DNV, PED, SODM, NEN).

• Knowledge of IT/OT architectures, e.g., Perdue Model or ISA-99.

• Experience with SAP or similar maintenance systems (Maximo, Ultimo).

• Proficient in planning, coordinating, and documenting technical maintenance.

• Experience acting as discipline lead on projects and operational readiness programs.

• Fluent in Dutch and English, verbal and written (B2 or higher).

• A valid driver’s license is required.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden

• TenneT gives you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders, you work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. You’ll have room to develop your talents in an environment where your growth is a priority.

  We offer you:

  • A permanent contract with a two-month probation period (40 hours per week)
  • A salary in scale 8: €4.151 to €8,197 gross per month (based on 40 hours)
  • A solid pension plan via ABP: we cover 70% of your contribution
  • 43 vacation days per year
  • Hybrid working, including travel allowance, internet reimbursement, and a home office allowance
  • Wellbeing support, such as contributions to gym memberships or additional health insurance
  • Development opportunities through the TenneT Academy

  At TenneT, we value initiative and give you the space to bring in new ideas. Together, we ensure the Netherlands stays in motion and is ready for the energy of tomorrow.

  The position may gets unpublished earlier, so don't hesitate to apply!

  Together, we power the Netherlands!