Change Manager

Qabird; Gorinchem; On-site; EUR 50,220 - 66,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days of annual leave

Pension allowance

Professional development through Damen Academy

Job summary

Qabird is seeking a Change Manager to lead and implement change initiatives across the organization. The role requires expertise in Change Management and aims to enable successful change while maximizing stakeholder benefits.

The successful candidate will work closely with various departments and support project managers in their roles. Applicants should have a Bachelor or Master level education and 3-5 years of experience in relevant fields. This position offers a dynamic international environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Change Management or business consultancy roles.
• Knowledge of Change Management theories & practices (preferably PROSCI).
• Experience in complex business transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement change initiatives across the organization.
• Facilitate, coach, and guide stakeholders through change.
• Develop change management strategies and training plans.

Skills

Change Management expertise

Project Management

Agile delivery

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master level education

Job description

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

About Us

At Damen, we’re committed to shaping the maritime world of tomorrow. With almost 100 years of shipbuilding expertise, we are driven by our ambition to become the most sustainable and connected maritime solutions provider. We integrate digital technology with our philosophy of standardized shipbuilding, ensuring vessels are well‑maintained throughout their lifecycle. Join us in an international environment where quality and innovation are paramount. Working at Damen means continuous learning and endless opportunities.

Role

As Change Manager you will play an essential role in leading and implementing change initiatives across our organization. You will focus on the people side of change and your primary responsibility is to enable successful and sustainable change by minimizing disruption and maximizing the benefits of the changes for all stakeholders involved.

Key activities include creation and execution of change management strategies and plans. You will be the competence expert who facilitates, coaches and guides stakeholders and teams through successful change journeys.

• Further implementation of PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems and support related organizational transformations. You will be working closely with management and departments of engineering, project management, yard operations, IT and HR.
• Leading role as change manager translating strategic and business direction in change strategies that involve culture and organizational changes.
• Support project and people managers in fulfilling their changes roles (e.g. ERP rollouts, operating model redesign, digital transformations).

The role involves further expanding the change management capability within one of our divisions, in close collaboration with the existing team of change managers and a growing change management community. You will report to the head of change management within Damen.

Key Accountabilities

• Drive organizational change to achieve strategic goals through effective change management.
• Acts as a sparring partner for project and people managers in assessing change impact and change readiness.
• Advises, designs and agrees the change strategy and plan with project leadership using standardized methods and frameworks.
• Responsible for defining, driving and monitoring the change deliverables:
  • Change Impact analyses and action plans.
  • Training plans.
  • Interventions for reinforcing implemented changes.
  • Change communication & Readiness monitoring.
• Coordinate and execute communication activities and reviews and delivers the required communication materials.
• Identifying risks, resistance and issues that may impact success of the project.
• Identify change management training needs and coach and train teams.
• Coach or consult leaders and project teams for smaller initiatives.
• Ensure re‑use of best practices, leveraging AI and our approaches. Furthermore, contribute to building and maintaining with the change management community.

Skills & Experience

• A Bachelor or Master level education.
• At least 3‑5 years of experience in Change Management or business consultancy roles. Previous roles may include: Change Manager, Project Manager or Business consultancy roles.
• Knowledge of / experience in the most common Change Management theories & practices (preferably PROSCI).
• Knowledge of / experience with Agile delivery and project and implementation management.
• Experienced in working on complex business transformation/process improvement/IT systems projects in a technical industrial environment (preferably manufacturing, shipbuilding).
• Experienced in an international organization working within different cultures.
• Fluent in English. Dutch is an advantage.

Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously, while meeting deadlines.
• Organizational sensitivity and customer orientation; recognizing effects in other parts of the organization and able to support internal customers.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess impact of proposed changes in different fields.
• Proactiveness, adaptability, and resilience, with a passion for driving the people side of change.
• A real team player who likes to work together and collaborates across the organization.
• Being well‑structured and creative.

What We Offer

• A dynamic international working environment focusing on technology and innovation.
• The salary for this position ranges between €4,500 and €6,000 gross per month (based on a full‑time contract), excluding holiday allowance. The exact salary will depend on your knowledge and experience. This position is part of the collective labour agreement Metalektro.
• At least 40 days of annual leave.
• Pension allowance.
• Continuous focus on professional and personal development through our Damen Academy.
• An active social environment.

Other

At Damen Shipyards Group, we offer a challenging and rewarding work environment where you can make a real difference. Join us in shaping the future of the maritime industry and driving meaningful organizational change. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with a global leader in shipbuilding and maritime services.