Subdepartment Manager Engineering Support

SUMMARY:
Our client specializes in project support for the (petro)chemical and maritime industries. They provide personnel in the areas of Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety. They are seeking a Subdepartment Manager Engineering Support to join their team in the Netherlands.

POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Subdepartment Manager Engineering Support
Location: Netherlands
Salary: To be discussed in the Interview
Vacancy Type: Full-Time


Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required:

• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7-10 years of experience in engineering support or management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity within the marine sector.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of engineering principles and systems, with experience in providing technical support for marine engineering projects.
• Location Requirement: Candidates should either be South African residents currently living in the Netherlands or South Africans willing to relocate to the Netherlands.
• Fluency in Afrikaans (both written and spoken).

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing team. Strong interpersonal skills with experience in cross-functional team collaboration.
• Problem-Solving & Decision Making: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions and resolve issues effectively under pressure.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and manage the engineering support subdepartment, ensuring the team is well-trained, motivated, and effectively allocated to meet project demands.
• Technical Expertise & Support: Provide high-level technical support to engineering teams, troubleshooting issues, resolving complex technical challenges, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other engineering departments (e.g., design, integration, manufacturing) to support project execution, ensuring alignment and timely resolution of any issues that arise.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements within the engineering support functions, optimizing workflows and enhancing project delivery efficiency.
• Resource Management & Planning: Oversee the allocation and management of resources (human, technical, financial) within the subdepartment to ensure optimal utilization and project success.