THE POSITION

Our Ship Management Department is at the heart of our fleet operations. To keep our vessels running safely, efficiently and future-ready, we need a strong team on shore — from Project Engineers to Crewing Officers, Pool Managers, Technical Superintendents and Vessel Solution Architects. In this role, you’ll take the lead in attracting and hiring the right people for these key staff positions.

You’ll be part of our Talent Acquisition team and work closely with stakeholders from SMD, HR, pool management and line managers. From sourcing to offer — you own the recruitment journey and build lasting connections along the way.

YOUR IMPACT 

Your work helps power our global marine operations. Every hire you make strengthens the teams behind our fleet. You’ll use your creativity, curiosity and people skills to find those who can lead, innovate and grow with us.

• Manage the full recruitment cycle for SMD staff positions
• Partner with pool managers and technical leads to understand their needs
• Source talent proactively and build international talent pipelines
• Challenge hiring teams to think beyond the obvious
• Improve processes and contribute to a bold, human candidate experience

YOUR WORKPLACE

You’ll be based in our vibrant Rotterdam office, and become part of a 25 people strong Talent Acquisition team. The atmosphere is open, energetic and focused on growth. Within your domain, you’ll have plenty of freedom to shape your role, try new approaches and make tangible impact. Collaboration is key — with your recruitment colleagues, SMD stakeholders and the wider HR community.

ABOUT YOU

You have good interpersonal and communication skills and you are able to act on different levels. A great sense of responsibility, perseverance and a critical eye for opportunities for improvement;. You also bring: 

• A relevant bachelor degree or similar working experience;
• Experience in a technical and matrixed work environment;
• Experience with the full scope of the recruitment profession in an international environment with scarce profiles;
• Mastery of the Dutch and English language both verbally and written. 

WE OFFER

We offer you a position in which you will have an important contribution to our mission 'building a better world for future generations'. In addition, we offer you:

• A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience
• Home office allowance (€2,40 per day)
• 32 leave days per year
• Variable bonus
• Pension scheme
• Collective health insurance (optional)
• Flexible working from home policy, 2 days a week when working on a full-time basis
• Extensive learning and (personal) development possibilities, including a wide range of online courses via Goodhabitz
• You can join communities, like Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women and the Van Oord staff association
• We organise several (sport) events, e.g. winter sport, weekend of sailing, cycling and a motorcycle tour