Project Manager Combat Systems

Recruitment Partner Consultant at Van Storm

Job summary:

Tasks

: Building up and implementing Combat Systems

Projects

: Complex Defence & Security Vessels 

Company

: Naval Shipbuilder, Part of Global Shipbuilding Group

Main requirements

: Master's degree,
preferably with
IPMA B certification
and +5 years of experience with systems engineering in a complex shipbuilding environment

Your opportunity

As
Project Manager Combat Systems
, you will be
providing leadership
for building up and implementing the combat systems of Navy Vessels. The execution process of combat systems;
engineering, manufacturing and supply chain
activities will be your responsibility from start to execution and training,
ensuring quality standards, budget, and timelines
are met within the project scope. The training facility consists of ship simulation stations, ship equipment, and maintenance training facilities. As Project Manager Combat Systems, you will be accountable for ensuring

full compliance with all applicable requirements
of customers and project specifications.

What you will do

Building up

and

implementing

the

combat system

of the project from the start date of the contract until final delivery to the customer
Developing and executing the
project plan
and
monitoring progress
for operational targets with respect to
cost, quality
and
timelines
, and reports on a regular basis to the project director
Developing and implementing all necessary
policies
and
procedures
to ensure that the project organization achieve project goals
Monitoring and
ensuring compliance
of the project with (financial) guidelines, business, employment and HSSEQ regulations and identifying, examining, and assessing risks in line with internal and external regulations and standards

Accountable for the
commissioning, trials, testing and delivery of the vessel
to the client and classification society, this includes Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Harbor Acceptance Tests (HAT), Basin Acceptance Tests (BAT) and Sea Acceptance Tests (SAT)

Ensuring that the
operating objectives
and
standards
(including HSSEQ and AQAP) of performance are understood and owned by the management and employees
Managing the project including
resource planning
and assuring the project team can be staffed with the required capabilities
Ensuring
full compliance
with all applicable requirements and specifications of the customer

Representing the company to customers

and related professional associations

Where you will work

This close client of ours is the leading Dutch developer and builder of
marine defence systems
. With a strong engineering and yard team, they are delivering 
world-class complex naval ships
 to navies around the world. In the current geopolitical climate, the organization is expanding significantly and providing excellent opportunities for professional growth.



New technologies galore

: state-of-the-art naval technology, digital twinning, virtual reality, and more.
Well-established shipyard with a
long-lasting track record
, part of a global shipbuilding group

Excellent market outlook

: order book filled way into the 2030s and still more projects expected
Cooperating with knowledgeable colleagues, learning and sharing insights

What you already have

Master’s degree

in a technical discipline, preferably with an

IPMA B certification

5+ years of experience with
system engineering
and complex
shipbuilding simulation
projects
in international multi-site manufacturing environments
Experience working in
complex international project environments
and in building coalitions with internal and external suppliers and co-makers to achieve common goals
Excellent communication skills and fluent
English
, preferably also a good command of German 

EU citizenship is a must

, due to the nature of the military projects

Quality and budget awareness

as you will be working on the improvement of processes
Ability to work in a highly complex technical environment, so expect to be positively challenged
Willingness to travel and work abroad occasionally
Available for 
full-time in Vlissingen

Your benefits

40 paid holidays

 per year for an excellent work-life balance
Salary based on expertise
starting from 58K gross per year
Covered commuting and interviewing costs
Business Travel 
Insurance

Basic Dutch course

, so you will understand the Dutch jokes during the coffee break
Access to
social gatherings, lectures, and events
, so you will meet like-minded friends within the Dutch Maritime Industry. We also offer you a 1-year membership of KNVTS, Royal Dutch Association of Marine Engineers

Housing search support

 and registration provided by Van Storm 

Sounds interesting?

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