Ship Manager - Bruges

My client has been a reliable partner of the Belgian Navy, with a team of 130 marine engineers and maritime specialists.

From their base in Zeebrugge, they provide daily maintenance, scheduled overhauls, and urgent repairs for the Belgian and Dutch naval fleets, with a strong focus on minehunters.

The technicians operate both nationally and internationally, adapting to naval operations worldwide.

My client is seeking a Ship Manager to join the team in Zeebrugge.

Main Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate designated maintenance activities (Corrective, Scheduled, Urgent).Allocate work orders to Workshop Managers and coordinate personnel scheduling.Monitor and oversee all maintenance planning stages, including:Test Before Maintenance (TBM)Project Execution Plan (PUP)Setting To Work + Harbour Acceptance Trials (STW/HAT)Seaworthiness Protocol Material Lists (MZWH)Sea Acceptance Trials (SAT)Supervise daily onboard maintenance activities in coordination with Workshop Managers.Prepare, distribute, and follow up on work orders, including:Extra work orders (MR)Operational defect work orders (OD)Onboard assistance work orders (BA)Participate in weekly project and toolbox meetings, ensuring follow-up actions.Coordinate and supervise maintenance activities executed in the UK.Monitor costs, spare parts, and subcontractor expenses per vessel.Ensure effective communication between Zeebrugge and the UK Single Point of Contact.Ensure accurate and timely reporting.Prepare invoices for the client.

What a Successful Candidate must bring:

Bachelor's degree level, preferably with a maritime backgroundProficiency in Dutch, French, and EnglishStrong computer skills, including MS Office and MS ProjectDriving license B