Technical Specialist Rules & Regulations (Plans & Arrangements)
Damen Shipyards (Vlissingen)
- Bachelor
- Werktuigbouwkunde, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Techniek
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- Latest update 1/17/2025
- Bagger, Scheepsbouw, Maakindustrie
About the company Damen Shipyards
We are Damen
Damen is a family owned business that stands for fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship. We believe that our oceans, seas, lakes and rivers offer humanity a growing range of possibilities in terms of trade, food, energy and recreation. We provide maritime solutions to meet these opportunities, through design, shipbuilding, ship repair and related services.
In the previous century, we revolutionised shipbuilding with standardisation and serial production. More than ninety years and 6,000 ships later, those pillars are unchanged. Their importance is only growing with the need for increased sustainability and digitalisation. It is our aim to combine our proven standardisation with the innovations of digitalisation to become the world’s most sustainable shipbuilder.
Job
We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.
ABOUT US
Get on board with Damen Naval, along with more than 1,200 professionals based in The Netherlands, Romania, and Germany. We are the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group which employs 12,000 professionals globally. Damen Naval designs and builds advanced naval vessels for customers all over the world. With a passion for technological innovation and sustainable solutions, we continue to push the boundaries in naval shipbuilding. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty?
THE ROLE
Damen Naval is seeking a Technical Specialist Rules & Regulations for the Plans & Arrangements discipline. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the critical link between engineering and the complex landscape of maritime regulations. Your expertise will ensure that our statutory plans comply with ship specifications, industry norms, and regulatory requirements, satisfying all stakeholders. You will collaborate with various technical teams and external entities such as classification societies and customers to deliver the best technical solutions.
As a Technical Specialist Rules & Regulations, you will collaborate with a team of engineers to create statutory plans and achieve class and client approval during the basic engineering phase. During the detailed engineering phase, you will interpret and apply norms, rules, and regulations, ensuring they translate into practical and effective solutions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
- Researching, analyzing, and interpreting norms, rules, and regulations, along with specific customer requirements for Plans and Arrangements (P&A) deliverables.
- Drafting project-specific regulatory frameworks based on applicable norms, rules and regulations.
- Ensuring relevant norms, rules, and regulations are accessible and clear for all engineering teams.
- Creating a design basis for the Engineering Department.
- Proposing and substantiating alternative solutions when deviations from the regulatory framework are necessary.
- Supporting project engineers in implementing norms and regulations in their technical designs.
- Keeping up with industry developments and adapting to new regulatory changes.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of the Plans & Arrangements department by sharing knowledge and optimizing processes.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Shipbuilding, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Extensive experience with and broad knowledge of Class- and Statutory regulations, preferably acquired with ships or offshore installations.
- A passion for research and a commitment to sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Proficiency in 2D CAD and 3D CAD software such as MicroStation, Cadmatic, or 3DExperience (Catia).
Excellent command of the English language, both written and verbal.
Excellent references, as a security screening is part of the hiring process.
- Permanent EU citizenship and passport are both required. Candidates with EU (work) visa or with both an EU and non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible in accordance with the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Damen Naval, we highly value our employees, and we will support your professional and personal development. We also provide our employees with:
A competitive salary and 8% holiday pay.
27 holidays and 13 ADV days.
Travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre.
PME-pension arrangement with an employer contribution of 60%.
Profit sharing based on company results.
Flexibility to work from home up to two days a week.
Additional benefits including a bicycle plan and company fitness.
OTHER
Are you interested in this position, please submit your application with your CV and cover letter, along with an indication of:
- Your (preferred) monthly gross salary based on fulltime work.
- Availability (fulltime / part-time / number of hours).
- Notice period / possible starting date.
For more information about this vacancy or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment department via +31 118 485 000.
Please note that due to the military nature of our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality.
A pre-employment and security screening and investigation form part of the recruitment process.
Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal request is not appreciated and they will not be considered.
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