Asset Engineer

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.

SMIT Salvage is part of Boskalis and in your job you will work for the salvage company that is one of the largest in the world. We have an extensive track record and our client base includes many ship owners, governments, oil and gas companies and leading insurers. The power of the sea is unpredictable. You never know when or where a vessel is going to get into trouble and how a salvage operation will turn out. We have five strategically located offices near the main global shipping routes: Rotterdam, Houston, Cape Town, Macae and Singapore.

Are you ready to make your mark in a dynamic role that combines engineering excellence with the thrill of maritime innovation? At SMIT Salvage, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Asset Engineer to join our team. As an Asset Engineer, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the reliability and availability of our global salvage, diving, and diving support equipment.

In this exciting position, you will work closely with the Asset Manager to prioritize and execute maintenance and repair tasks. Your expertise will ensure that all equipment meets global operational standards and complies with industry regulations. You will be responsible for providing regular updates on equipment status, managing Classification Society aspects, and coordinating the commissioning of assets during mobilization.

With a keen eye for detail, you will prepare procurement specifications, investigate equipment malfunctions, and develop sound technical solutions. You will also play a pivotal role in conducting inspections, audits, and budget preparations, all while supporting our Technician Team both onshore and offshore. Furthermore,

Your responsibilities as asset engineer are

• You will assist the Asset Manager in the preparation and monitor of the annual equipment maintenance & repair budget  and CAPEX budget.
• Provide leadership towards achieving the “No Incident, No Accident” objectives of our company and comply with all RBW and BSS NINA and SHE-Q policies with the ultimate aim of zero personal accidents, zero damages to equipment and property and zero incidents with environmental impact.
• You will Liaise with internal support departments, amongst which but not limited to:  Operational, Procurement & Logistics, Finance, Commercial, R&D and Tender department.
• You ensure that all (technical) incidents are investigated and reported correctly and timely and that corrective and preventive actions are implemented promptly.
• You will assist in salvage tool development projects.

Your qualities and experience

You can move ahead as an asset engineer if you have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures, diving systems (preferred), and Classification Society Rules and Regulations.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• A willingness to travel globally and work on location for extended periods.

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
• Rewarding conditions: A competitive salary and much more, including holiday allowance, holiday entitlement of 26 days (based on a full-time contract) and a number of collective scheduled days off, a non-contributory pension scheme, collective schemes such as company health insurance, travel allowance and foreign posting terms.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.  
• The Boskalis campus: Experience the unique Boskalis vibe at our Papendrecht site, complete with restaurants, sports field, and a wharf where our vessels dock. We offer a state-of-the-art auditorium, brainstorming rooms, experience center for client meetings, and a barista corner where you can connect with colleagues.
• Young Boskalis: Are you under 36? Come and join Young Boskalis! Have fun and join in social and sports activities ranging from pub quizzes to yoga, bootcamps and an annual sailing boat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are a vital part of Young Boskalis as well.

Extra information

• Your team: You will be part of the global Asset Management team and will report to the Asset Manager.
• Where you will work: You will work partly from our office in Papendrecht and partly in our warehouse in Vlaardingen. Next to that you will visit our sites in Cape-town, Singapore, Houston and Macae regularly.
• Full/part-time job: The position of Asset Engineer is a full-time job (40 hours a week).
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to Smit Salvage.

We’ll be happy to answer your questions about the position of asset manager. Please contact Robert Smits, Senior Corporate Recruiter via 078-696 83 98.

Disclaimer for Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies

We appreciate your interest in our vacancies and understand that your candidate might be enthusiastic about this exciting opportunity. However, our recruitment process is not structured this way, at Boskalis we handle recruitment ourselves. Therefore we do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies. Any submission will be treated as a direct application.

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