Painter Superyachts

Royal Van Lent Shipyard; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 31,248 - 45,756; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Job security

Leave days (40)

Holiday pay 8%

Supplement 2.75%

Profit sharing

Pension & health insurance

Travel allowance

Flexible hours

Staff events

Feadship Academy training

Hybrid work

Job summary

Royal Van Lent Shipyard in Amsterdam is seeking a Painter Superyachts to finish the interior and exterior with high-quality paint systems. You will deliver top-quality work on the largest yachts with a dedicated team of foremen, planners, QC/QA staff, and specialists.

The role requires hands-on experience with filler and spray work, knowledge of paint types and systems, and the ability to work flexibly within regular hours.

Qualifications

• MBO level 3 or 4 in painting, industrial finishing, coatings or similar.
• Hands-on experience with high-quality filler and spray work.
• Experience with various paint types, techniques, and systems.
• Flexibility to complete tasks within regular working hours.
• A true team player.
• Only candidates resident in and with a valid work visa for the Netherlands can apply.

Responsibilities

• Applying smooth layers of filler and spray work that meet Feadship standards and quality requirements.
• Spraying, priming, filling, staining, lacquering, and topcoating designated areas onboard and/or assigned components and furniture of the superyacht.
• Working independently while being part of a team, upholding quality of work.
• Maintaining order, cleanliness, health & safety standards, and taking action when necessary.

Skills

Filler & spray

Paint systems & techniques

Team player

MBO 3/4 painting

Education

MBO level 3/4 in painting/coatings

Tools

Spray equipment

Job description

As a Painter Superyachts you play a crucial role in our Amsterdam facility. Thanks to your work, the yacht looks stunning inside and out, and your craftsmanship ensures proper wood and metal preservation. Are you the one who can apply that perfect coat of paint?

Your part in the build of a Feadship

In an ultra-modern dry dock and well-equipped workshops, we have the space to work on yachts up to 160 meters — both new builds and refits. With a mix of experience and innovative knowledge, we build the most beautiful and largest yachts here.

As a yacht painter, you play a crucial role. Thanks to your work, the yacht looks stunning inside and out, and your craftsmanship ensures proper wood and metal preservation. Are you the one who can apply that perfect coat of paint?

This is what you will be doing as Painter Superyachts

The Yacht Painters department ensures that the interior and exterior of the superyachts are finished with a high-quality paint system and a flawless topcoat. The department consists of Foremen, Work Planners, QC/QA staff, and skilled specialists.

As a Superyacht Painter, you’ll deliver top-quality work. Your responsibilities include:

• Applying smooth layers of filler and spray work that meet the specific Feadship standards and quality requirements.
• Spraying, priming, filling, staining, lacquering, and topcoating designated areas onboard and/or assigned (loose) components and furniture of the superyacht.
• Working independently while being part of a team, always ensuring the quality of your work.
• Maintaining order, cleanliness, health & safety standards, and taking action when necessary.

What do you bring to the table

• MBO level 3 or 4 (Intermediate vocational education) in a relevant field such as painting, industrial finishing, coatings specialist, or similar.
• Relevant knowledge and hands‑on experience with high‑quality filler and spray work.
• Experience with various paint types, techniques, and systems.
• Flexibility to complete tasks within regular working hours.
• A true team player.
• Only candidates resident in and with a valid work visa for the Netherlands can apply.

Our offer

At Royal Van Lent Shipyard, we want you to thrive in your career while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. That’s why we offer an attractive and comprehensive employment package:

• Salary: Between €2,800 and €4,100 per month.
• Job security: A one‑year contract with the prospect of permanent employment.
• Generous leave: 40 days off annually (27 vacation days + 13 ATV/compensation days) based on full‑time employment.
• Attractive extras: In addition to 8% holiday pay, a guaranteed supplement of 2.75% through 2027.
• Profit sharing: An annual (conditional) profit‑sharing bonus.
• Well‑prepared for the future: A solid pension scheme through PME and collective health insurance for additional coverage.
• Travel reimbursement: €0.23 per kilometer based on your commute.
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours in consultation with your supervisor.
• Fun with colleagues: An active staff association that organizes enjoyable events like boat trips, summer BBQs, Sinterklaas parties, and pub quizzes.
• Personal development: Access to extensive training opportunities via the Feadship Academy to support your growth.
• Hybrid work: Work partially from home and partially from one of our beautiful locations.

Join our team and experience the unique atmosphere of building superyachts at Royal Van Lent Shipyard!