Lead Vessel Superintendent – Heavy Lift & Offshore Ops

Bennet & Boss; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennet & Boss in the Netherlands seeks a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to drive safe, compliant operations, maximise vessel availability, and manage budgets for heavy lift assets.

Based in the office, you will support one Heavy Lift vessel, coordinating with Project and Operations Managers, overseeing maintenance, costs, and readiness, while promoting HSSEQ behaviours and reporting outcomes to senior management.

Qualifications

• Experience with vessels and responsible for safe condition and compliance with specifications and Class.
• Knowledge of IMO, Class & Flag and ISM requirements.
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication with management and offshore personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead vessel technical management ensuring compliance with IMO, Class, Flag State, ISM, and IMCA requirements.
• Promote safety and quality culture, delivering predictable operational performance and KPIs.
• Manage OPEX budgets including crew, maintenance, logistics, consumables, and onshore support.
• Plan and oversee preventive and corrective maintenance to maximize vessel availability.
• Lead major projects including dry dockings, CAPEX investments, and technical upgrades from planning to execution.
• Monitor vessel inventories, critical spare parts, and consumables to ensure readiness.
• Coordinate marine crew and technical personnel for safe, cost-effective operations.
• Partner with Project Managers, Operations Managers, and stakeholders to meet operational requirements.
• Prepare and present technical, financial, and safety performance reviews to senior management.

Skills

Vessel management

IMO compliance

ISM requirements

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Bennet & Boss in the Netherlands seeks a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to drive safe, compliant operations, maximise vessel availability, and manage budgets for heavy lift assets.

Based in the office, you will support one Heavy Lift vessel, coordinating with Project and Operations Managers, overseeing maintenance, costs, and readiness, while promoting HSSEQ behaviours and reporting outcomes to senior management.