Logistics Engineer Offshore Energy

The position
In the role of Logistics Engineer Offshore Energy you prepare the logistics scope (commercial, technical and operational input) for tenders and projects. You ensure that the required documentation and operational procedures related to the logistics scope for the project are in order. You arrange and or (manage) and monitor the logistics process and progress both remotely and on location during the execution of the project. Part of the role is traveling to suppliers and/or project locations.

You work mainly in our office in Gorinchem, also partly at our head office in Rotterdam interfacing with the marine hire desk and projects. You will be working in a team of 5 colleagues. Due to the growth ambitions, we also expect to hire a colleague for our office in Hamburg (DE) in due course.

Your Responsibilities
You are responsible for

• Providing detailed input regarding the costs for mobilization / demobilization, the logistics infrastructure, customs regime for import & export of project equipment and ships and marshalling yard locations;
• Maintain contacts with logistics service providers (examples Agents Port and Customs agent, heavylift companies, and evaluate their performance;
• Initiating, developing and executing plans and procedures to improve existing logistics processes; material storage and distribution control;
• Good Strong interest in and affinity with heavy transport;
• Experience with Marine operations and shipping;
• Experience and knowledge chartering vessels ;
• Basic knowledge of BIMCO Charter party agreements.
  
  
  

Job Requirements
The Logistics Engineer Offshore Energy that we are looking for has excellent communication skills to work effectively with our logistic suppliers and direct colleagues from commercial-, tender-, and project teams. You show flexibility and adaptability to deal with changing circumstances and deadlines that come your way. You are creative and have the ability to quickly find solutions to our logistical challenges. You work organized and efficiently. You are a team player and above all you are proactive and eager to learn, you want to continuously develop yourself and acquire new knowledge and skills in order to grow within Van Oord.

Furthermore, for the role as a Logistics Engineer Offshore Energy you have

• At least a completed secondary vocational education;
• At least 3 to 5 years in a comparable international logistics role;
• Experience with heavy cargo and breakbulk transport;
• A driving license B;
• A good command of the English language, both verbal and in writing.
  
  
  

We offer
A procurement position in which you are going to cover a lot of distance, both literally and figuratively. You will really be able to get things done and you have the freedom to develop your technical skills as well as your personal competences. A nice bonus our windfarms contribute to sustainable energy and a better climate. Next to that we offer

• A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience;
• 32 leave days of which a max. of 7 days can be appointed as collective leave days;
• A pension scheme;
• A variable bonus;
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities;
• An adequate travel allowance;
• Collective health insurance (optional);
• Flexible working hours.
  
  
  

About Van Oord
Van Oord is a Dutch family-owned company with more than 150 years of experience as an international marine contractor. The focus is on dredging and marine construction, offshore wind, offshore infrastructure and infrastructure in the Netherlands. Its head office is in Rotterdam. Van Oord employs 4,700 staff, who worked on 187 projects in 35 countries in 2021. The fleet consists of about 70 vessels and a large amount of special-purpose and auxiliary equipment.

Van Oord delivers marine ingenuity by using smart, innovative and sustainable solutions to create a better world for future generations.

Do you want to be a part of Van Oord?
Interested? Apply via the application form below. Do you have any questions? Please contact Xander de Cock. Do you like to know more about and want to stay informed of other vacancies within Van Oord? Climb aboard and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Vimeo and Facebook!

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