Traineeship Project Operations Offshore Wind

Are you ready to shape the future of offshore wind energy? As a leading player in the offshore wind industry, Van Oord covers all aspects of managing the supply, preparation, and execution of offshore wind farms—from foundation installation to cable installation and heavy lifting operations. Our Offshore Wind Pool Traineeship offers you the opportunity to develop your skills and gain hands-on experience across a variety of projects. With diverse scopes, locations, and challenges, this program will prepare you for a dynamic career in offshore wind. We are dedicated, innovative, and committed to working together in dynamic teams to achieve the best results and succeed together.

THE POSITION

Over the course of 18 months, you’ll rotate through three six-month placements, gaining valuable experience in both superintendent and project engineer roles. You will contribute to the preparation, execution, and delivery of installation projects, focusing on project-specific requirements, safety, and team collaboration. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects and environments, with assignments at sea, at our office in Gorinchem, and/or at project sites around the world. 

YOUR IMPACT

As part of our innovative offshore wind installation projects, your contributions will directly impact sustainability and the future of renewable energy. You will help shape the future of offshore wind by driving progress in the industry through new ideas and solutions. 

 

• Contribute to the creation, preparation, and execution of cutting-edge offshore wind projects.
• Apply innovative approaches to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of installation processes.
• Support the implementation of technologies that reduce environmental impact and promote renewable energy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive the success of complex, large-scale projects worldwide.
• Play a key role in advancing Van Oord’s leadership in offshore wind and renewable energy.

YOUR WORKPLACE

The Offshore Wind Pool is all about teamwork and innovation. You’ll be part of close-knit teams, working on projects from start to finish, while gaining hands-on experience in the renewable energy sector. With such a variety of project scopes and locations, every project brings something new and exciting to the table.

ABOUT YOU 

You are flexible, enthusiastic, and passionate about contributing to the global energy transition. 

Hard Skills: 

• A degree (HBO/WO) in a technical or related field, with a preference for HBO.
• Basic knowledge of project execution or logistics.
• Willingness to travel and work internationally in dynamic environments.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of additional languages is advantageous.

WE OFFER

We offer you an 18-month Traineeship designed to accelerate your personal and professional development. You’ll gain hands-on experience, build meaningful relationships with fellow trainees, and form a network that will support you throughout your career. Besides this, we also offer: 

• A competitive salary and benefits package; 
• Attractive travel reimbursement (€0.31 per km) and home-office reimbursement (€2.15 per day); 
• 32 vacation days (with a maximum of 7 collective days) to be taken outside the office periods; 
• A variable bonus, depending on the company’s results; 
• An attractive pension plan; 
• Option for a collective health insurance plan (Van Oord covers your additional package); 
• Flexible home-office arrangement: in agreement with your manager;  
• Unique development opportunities consisting of various workshops, presentations and training courses; 
• Communities to join, such as: Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women, Queer Community; 
• Various events and sports activities, including winter sports, sailing weekend, cycling, and motorcycling. 

Apply now and become a Creator of Resilience to make an IMPACT with Van Oord! 

Applications submitted via email will not be processed. Acquisition for this vacancy is not appreciated. 

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