My client has been a reliable partner of the Belgian Navy, with a team of 130 marine engineers and maritime specialists.

From their base in Zeebrugge, they provide daily maintenance, scheduled overhauls, and urgent repairs for the Belgian and Dutch naval fleets, with a strong focus on minehunters.

The technicians operate both nationally and internationally, adapting to naval operations worldwide.

My client is seeking a Ship Manager to join the team in Zeebrugge.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate designated maintenance activities (Corrective, Scheduled, Urgent).
• Allocate work orders to Workshop Managers and coordinate personnel scheduling.
• Monitor and oversee all maintenance planning stages, including:
• Test Before Maintenance (TBM)
• Project Execution Plan (PUP)
• Setting To Work + Harbour Acceptance Trials (STW/HAT)
• Seaworthiness Protocol Material Lists (MZWH)
• Sea Acceptance Trials (SAT)
• Supervise daily onboard maintenance activities in coordination with Workshop Managers.
• Prepare, distribute, and follow up on work orders, including:
• Extra work orders (MR)
• Operational defect work orders (OD)
• Onboard assistance work orders (BA)
• Participate in weekly project and toolbox meetings, ensuring follow-up actions.
• Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities executed in the UK.
• Monitor costs, spare parts, and subcontractor expenses per vessel.
• Ensure effective communication between Zeebrugge and the UK Single Point of Contact.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Prepare invoices for the client.

What a Successful Candidate must bring:

• Bachelor's degree level, preferably with a maritime background
• Proficiency in Dutch, French, and English
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office and MS Project
• Driving license B