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Damen Shipyards Group

Ship design, construction, repair, and services

Foreman Pipefitter

Plumbing & PipefittingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAmsterdam, Netherlands

About the Job

Requirements

  • MBO-level education.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar role within steel construction.
  • Ability to read drawings independently.
  • Willingness to work evenings or weekends.
  • Hold a VCA VOL certificate or be willing to obtain one.
  • Problem-solving ability.
  • Good communication skills in Dutch and/or English.
  • Leadership and motivational capabilities.
  • Willingness to travel to other locations or yards when executing projects.
  • Ability to collaborate with stakeholders, including colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare work by determining the work sequence, planning capacity, and ensuring tools and materials are available.
  • Allocate work according to established schedules and oversee quality and quantity.
  • Lead pipe fitters and TIG welders and ensure they perform their work competently.
  • Ensure workplace safety and comply with safety and company regulations.
  • Maintain a clean work environment.
  • Provide instructions and guidance.
  • Monitor progress and quality.
  • Apply personal knowledge and skills in practice and keep up to date in the field.
  • Report work-related issues in a timely manner and think proactively.
  • Contribute to increased efficiency and promote company objectives.
  • Contribute to a pleasant working atmosphere.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the maritime sector.

About the Company

Damen Shipyards Group

Ship design, construction, repair, and services

Damen provides design, shipbuilding, ship repair and related services for maritime needs, offering ships and platforms to enable safe, reliable and efficient operation across oceans, seas, lakes and rivers with a focus on sustainability. It uses standardized designs and modular production, collaborating with an international maritime cluster to build ships and share knowledge to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. The company differentiates itself through family ownership, emphasis on standardisation, long-term thinking and a global network that enables knowledge transfer and scalable production. Its goal is to become the most sustainable shipbuilder in the world, contributing to sustainable local development through its network and craftsmanship.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$324.5M
Headquarters
Gorinchem, Netherlands
Founded
1927

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