Vessel Operations Lead – Heavy Lift & Safety

Seaway7; Zoetermeer; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaway7 is seeking a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to support Zoetermeer-based operations for one of our Heavy Lift vessels. You will work closely with the Vessel Superintendent to keep assets in safe, compliant condition and within class, ensuring availability and efficiency.

You will drive HSSEQ culture, coordinate maintenance with the Region, and oversee budgets, major works, and crew planning to meet project requirements and vessel performance goals.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of vessel capabilities and operating limits.
• Thorough knowledge of IMO, Class & Flag and ISM requirements.
• Experience in offshore construction or renewables.
• Effective leadership, managerial and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in English language.

Responsibilities

• Promote a robust safety culture onboard assets and align with HSSEQ activities.
• Pursue Safety & Quality Predictable performance meeting KPIs.
• Execute IMO, Class, Flag and ISM responsibilities with the Captain/Chief Engineer.
• Schedule preventive and corrective maintenance with minimal project impact.
• Prepare, propose and manage a budget for asset OPEX.
• Plan and execute major works including dry docking and CAPEX.
• Organise engineering support for capacity growth CAPEX and costing.
• Contribute to maintenance procedures, standards and policies.
• Present technical, financial and safety reviews monthly and as needed.
• Manage vessel spares inventory within budgetary constraints.
• Maintain a cost-effective marine crew with Offshore Crewing support.
• Liaise with Project Managers and Operations Coordinators on vessel needs.

Skills

Vessel operations knowledge

Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Leadership & management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (Nautical/Marine)

Job description

Seaway7 is seeking a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to support Zoetermeer-based operations for one of our Heavy Lift vessels. You will work closely with the Vessel Superintendent to keep assets in safe, compliant condition and within class, ensuring availability and efficiency.

You will drive HSSEQ culture, coordinate maintenance with the Region, and oversee budgets, major works, and crew planning to meet project requirements and vessel performance goals.