Lead Commissioning Manager – Custom Mega Yachts

Oceanco; Zwijndrecht; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive conditions

CAO Metalektro

International environment

Personal development opportunities

Staff association activities

Job summary

Oceanco invites a seasoned Commissioning Lead to join our Netherlands-based team, stationed at Alblasserdam and/or Zwijndrecht facilities. You will own the commissioning journey for bespoke yachts, coordinating with internal teams and co-makers to ensure on-time, quality deliveries aligned with the Owner’s expectations.

Ideal candidates bring proven leadership in complex systems commissioning, strong planning skills, and fluency in Dutch and/or English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar technical discipline.
• Proven extensive experience in commissioning, project execution, or engineering of complex technical systems.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Fluent in Dutch and/or English.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and familiar with planning and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the commissioning phase for custom-built yachts, refits and fleet support, ensuring delivery to the owner’s representative in line with project objectives and Oceanco standards.
• Own commissioning performance, driving alignment between stakeholders and safeguarding quality, planning, and progress throughout the final project phase.
• Develop and drive commissioning planning, including shore and sea trials, ensuring alignment with timelines and technical requirements.
• Inspect and accept delivered systems, initiate corrective actions, and ensure timely follow-up and completion.
• Lead the commissioning team and provide clear reporting on progress, deviations, risks, and improvements.

Skills

Multidisciplinary leadership

Planning & organizing

Conflict management

Quality-focused

MS Office

Dutch/English fluency

Education

Engineering degree (Marine/Mechanical/Electrical)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oceanco invites a seasoned Commissioning Lead to join our Netherlands-based team, stationed at Alblasserdam and/or Zwijndrecht facilities. You will own the commissioning journey for bespoke yachts, coordinating with internal teams and co-makers to ensure on-time, quality deliveries aligned with the Owner’s expectations.

Ideal candidates bring proven leadership in complex systems commissioning, strong planning skills, and fluency in Dutch and/or English.