Material Handling Coordinator

At Heerema Marine Contractors, we do something new every day. We operate the world's largest crane vessels and with them we transport, install and remove offshore structures for the offshore energy markets. Our projects range from installing wind turbines, removing retired offshore oil and gas platforms and installing platforms up to 50,000 metric tons. By joining us, you will play an important part in our unique maritime adventure.

Your role in the story

As Storekeeper on board you independently execute all activities necessary for the administrative and logistical processes in the vessel’s stores and handle logistic activities on deck. First of all, safety in our DNA and thats why we ask you to create a secure a clean and safe working environment. As an experienced Storekeeper you know how to prepare all manifests and packing lists (in our ERP system) for offload and backload of materials and equipment. But also safely and timely supervise off- and backloading of containers, rigging and equipment to supply vessels and material barges. In the end of de day you will ensure that tools and equipment are in good condition, keep service intervals and conduct inspection rounds at the vessel of stored material.

These are the highlights of your daily activities

• Prepare, document and supervise waste discharge including dangerous goods declaration forms, and waste forms.
• Manage deck inventory regarding project related materials and (subcontractor) equipment based on project requirements.
• Manage store spaces while taking consumption, regulations, and accessibility into account;
• Auditing certifications, the state of the material and assigning the correct material;
• Keeping the gas and oxygen in stock and take care of maintenance of the paint and chemical storage on board;

Who will you work with?

In this role you will be closely working together with qualified colleagues from the engine room, deck, bridge, project team and subcontractors.

Our desired new colleague holds a Vocational (MBO) degree, preferably in technical or logistics and has at least 2 years' work experience, preferable as Storekeeper or as Warehouse Manager, acquired in a marine or offshore environment Experience with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), knowledge of Oracle database and SAP is a plus. You are result oriented mindset, customer orientation and quality oriented. Dutch and English, both spoken and written are essential.

Here is what it takes to be a real Heerema colleague

• Learning mindset, which means being open to feedback, curious, and eager to learn;
• Personal leadership which means you are an entrepreneur at heart, have the mindset of a founder and take control of your own work and development.

Working at Heerema Marine Contractors

Making the impossible possible offshore, this is what drives us at Heerema! To execute our offshore projects we must innovate, engineer and develop to find solutions for our clients’ challenges. We are passionate about sustainability and are guided by our Sustainability Roadmap to reduce our impact on the planet. Working with Heerema means working in an international, informal, and friendly environment where you will meet likeminded and passionate colleagues.

• International environment and challenging projects;
• Extensive onboarding process and oceans of opportunities to develop;
• Development program to allow your talents to flourish;
• Excellent perks and benefits, including an offshore allowance, interesting bonus structure and excellent pension and insurance;
• Nice cabin spaces, fitness facilities, excellent catering and other recreational activities on board;
• High focus on safety and sustainability. 

Heerema has a 5 weeks on / 5 weeks off working schedule but this may fluctuate due to the nature of our activities.

Is this your dream job? Put in your application now!

We are looking forward to hearing from you. We are interested in your CV, but we mainly want to find out more about your ambitions, your personality, and what is your motivation to succeed. So be sure to include a brief cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this position.

So hit the button, apply, and make the impossible possible with Heerema. We’d love to meet you!

The application process

Our application process consists of a phone screening with one of our recruiters, two interviews, in which we gain more insights in you. We look forward to welcoming you as one of our new Wave Makers!