Traineeship Ship Management New Build

Are you a proactive, enthusiastic individual with a passion for technology, innovation and sustainability? Join the Technology department at our Ship Management Department during your IMPACT-traineeship and help drive the performance of our fleet! Over 18 months, you will gain hands-on experience working on exciting projects involving new builds, equipment, and ship maintenance, while learning from experienced engineers and specialists. This opportunity offers a great foundation for your career development in engineering.

THE POSITION

As a Trainee at our Ship Management Department (SMD), you’re part of a dynamic and international team focused on building, maintaining, and improving the performance of our fleet. In this position, you’ll work on both newbuilds and modifications of ships and equipment. You will actively contribute to the design and engineering projects within the department, gaining practical knowledge and becoming increasingly independent in your role. The aim is to explore where your interests lie within SMD Technology and to make a significant contribution to the department’s growth and strategy. 

YOUR IMPACT

In this role, you focus on new builds, contributing to the realization of new assets, equipment, or ships, as well as the maintenance and modification of existing ones. You will proactively contribute to projects, gaining extensive knowledge and ultimately working with increased autonomy. Working alongside engineers within SMD Technology, you will begin to take responsibility for specific parts of the scope. You will also explore where your interests lie within SMD Technology and what excites you about the work. Your contribution will help strengthen the team, ensuring continuity and supporting the department’s growth and strategy. Within SMD, the main goal is to ensure the Van Oord fleet operates at its best, ready for every challenge and project, with the continued readiness and cost effectiveness of the fleet guaranteed. With increasingly challenging projects and a demanding business environment, your work will directly contribute to the ongoing success and development of the department.  

In short, you will be involved in:  

• Support in new builds and modifications of assets, equipment, and ships
• Proactively contribute to project work, gaining knowledge and autonomy
• Collaborate with engineers and take responsibility for specific project scopes
• Strengthen the team and support the growth of SMD Technology
• Help ensure the optimal performance, cost and readiness of the Van Oord fleet.

YOUR WORKPLACE

At SMD Technology, we operate in a diverse, international environment with a strong focus on innovation, teamwork, and sustainability. You will be working alongside experienced specialists in a hands-on atmosphere where fresh perspectives are valued, and technical expertise is continually developed. The team is goal-driven, supportive, and open, with room for humour and growth. 

ABOUT YOU

You are a motivated, entrepreneurial colleague with a passion for technology and sustainability. You are driven, enthusiastic, cost conscious and eager to learn, with a clear interest in ecological improvements and sustainability. Your ability to take initiative and work effectively in teams makes you a great fit for our dynamic and international environment. 

• Educational background (HBO/WO) preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Engineering, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or Aerospace
• Participated in extracurricular activities is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability

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! 

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