Rotterdam-Based Inland Waterway Hull Structure Specialist

Lloyd's Register Nederland; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Lloyd's Register Nederland seeks a Specialist TSO to deliver high-quality technical services for Inland Waterway vessels. You will assess hull structures, review drawings, and support plan approvals for new builds and in-service projects, coordinating with project managers and clients.

The role requires leadership in plan approvals, strong communication in English, and a collaborative, service-oriented approach in a changing environment.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Experience in ship structures, plan approval, shipbuilding, ship design, or classification activities.
• Solid technical understanding of vessel structural assessment and marine engineering principles.
• Effective English writing and speaking skills.
• Ability to provide clear, responsive, and customer-focused technical support.
• Collaborative mindset with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hull structure plan appraisal for Inland Waterway vessels, supporting new construction and in-service projects.
• Review structural drawings and provide timely technical feedback to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support plan approval activities and respond to urgent technical queries.
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, brokers, and internal teams throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to project coordination and administrative activities in line with office procedures.
• Support improvement initiatives related to IWW Rules, software tools, AI-driven efficiency, and knowledge management.
• Participate in development of future technical capabilities within Inland Waterway segment.
• Build skills across additional plan approval disciplines through training and mentoring.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Ship Structures

Plan Approval

Shipbuilding

Ship Design

Classification Activities

English Proficiency

Customer Focus

Project Coordination

Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Education

BSc or MSc in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering

Job description

Lloyd's Register Nederland seeks a Specialist TSO to deliver high-quality technical services for Inland Waterway vessels. You will assess hull structures, review drawings, and support plan approvals for new builds and in-service projects, coordinating with project managers and clients.

The role requires leadership in plan approvals, strong communication in English, and a collaborative, service-oriented approach in a changing environment.