IJmuiden - Instructor Banksman

Fire and Medical Training Centre BV; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FMTC Safety in IJmuiden is seeking a driven Banksman Instructor (OPITO & NOGEPA) to empower learners for safe lifting and crane operations in offshore and industrial settings.

You will own trainings, deliver theory and hands-on sessions, and ensure compliance with OPITO and FMTC standards while working in an international, fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in lifting operations, crane supervision, or a similar role in the offshore industry.
• OPITO Banksman & Slinger certification (or willingness to obtain it).
• Affinity for teaching or willingness to be trained as an instructor.
• Strong communication skills and ability to motivate groups.
• Fluent in English.
• Proactive, safety-focused and professional attitude.
• Passion for training and working with people.
• Customer-oriented mindset and energy for delivering appreciated training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OPITO Banksman & Slinger Initial Training (Stage 1, 3, or equivalent work experience).
• Teach theoretical and practical aspects of lifting operations, crane signaling, and load assessment.
• Cover legislation, safety, risk assessment, hand signals, and radio communication.
• Guide participants through hands-on exercises, including supervising lifting operations (even out of the crane operator’s line of sight).
• Ensure all trainings comply with OPITO and FMTC standards.
• Maintain training materials and practice setups.
• Report activities to the location coordinator.

Skills

OPITO Banksman & Slinger

Crane supervision

Lifting operations

Teaching / coaching

English fluency

Job description

Do you thrive on inspiring others, sharing knowledge, and making a real impact through hands-on training? Are you someone who takes ownership, embraces variety, and feels at home in an international and fast-moving environment?

For our training center in IJmuiden, we are looking for a driven and passionate Banksman Instructor (OPITO & NOGEPA) (m/f/d) who wants to enable people to work safely and optimally prepare them for lifting and crane operations in offshore and industrial environments.

Who are we?

At FMTC Safety, everything revolves around people and safety. We are a fast-growing, global organization preparing professionals to work safely in some of the world’s most demanding environments: from offshore platforms and wind farms to ships and industrial sites.

What makes us different?

We go where our clients need us. With training centers strategically located around the world, we offer maximum flexibility: in timing, location and delivery. Our mindset is simple: we make it happen. Even if there’s only one participant, the training goes ahead. This requires more than just knowledge, it requires passion, flexibility and a true customer-first mentality. And that’s exactly what defines our instructors.

Your role as a Banksman Instructor

As a Banksman Instructor (OPITO & NOGEPA) in IJmuiden, you are at the heart of our training center. You don’t just deliver courses, you create impactful learning experiences that truly prepare people for real-life lifting and crane operations.

What will you do?

No two days are the same, and that’s exactly what excites you. You take full ownership of your trainings and:

• Deliver OPITO Banksman & Slinger Initial Training (Stage 1, 3, or equivalent work experience)
• Teach theoretical and practical aspects of lifting operations, crane signaling, and load assessment
• Cover legislation, safety, risk assessment, hand signals, and radio communication
• Guide participants through hands-on exercises, including supervising lifting operations (even out of the crane operator’s line of sight)
• Ensure all trainings comply with OPITO and FMTC standards
• Maintain training materials and practice setups

• Report activities to the location coordinator

What do you bring?

• Experience in lifting operations, crane supervision, or a similar role in the (offshore) industry
• OPITO Banksman & Slinger certification (or willingness to obtain it)
• Affinity for teaching or willingness to be trained as an instructor
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate groups
• Fluent in English
• A proactive, safety-focused and professional attitude
• Passion for training and working with people
• Customer-oriented mindset and energy for delivering appreciated training

Why FMTC?

Because here, you don’t just join a company—you become part of a journey.

• Work in a truly international and fast-growing environment
• Take ownership and make a visible impact from day one
• Grow with us through training, certifications, and development opportunities
• Experience an open, informal culture with short communication lines and big ambitions

Not yet fully qualified? No problem! If you have the right attitude and a passion for safety, we’ll provide the training you need to succeed.