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(Incoming) Working Welding Foreman

On-site in Amsterdam·Full-time·Added 3 months ago

First posted 3 months ago, still open when we checked on 8 Oct

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Dutch

    The ad asks for Dutch, or counts it in your favour.

Skills

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • At least LBO/MBO working and thinking level;
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar position within ship repair;
  • At least in possession of an IWP or IWS diploma or willing to obtain this;
  • Familiar with multiple welding processes (MMA, SAW, GMAW);
  • Able to read drawings well and independently;
  • In possession of VCA VOL, or willing to obtain this;
  • Problem-solving ability;
  • Good communication skills;
  • Leadership and motivating capacities;
  • Experience with Excel (in connection with time registration).

Nice to have

  • Willing to work in the evening or on the weekend;
  • Proficiency in the Dutch and English languages;

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What we offer

We want to ensure that you are a happy incoming welding foreman, so we offer you the opportunity to develop yourself in this role. Entrepreneurship is in our DNA and therefore we continue to grow, innovate, and offer plenty of opportunities.

We offer you:

  • Personal guidance, freedom, varied work, and a work environment where your opinion counts;
  • For this position, the salary is between €3,500 and €4,500 gross per month (based on a full-time contract), excluding holiday allowance. We determine the exact salary scale based on your knowledge and experience. This position falls under the CAO Metalektro
  • Furthermore, you receive 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days per year (with full-time employment), holiday allowance, travel allowance (23 cents/km), and a good pension scheme.
  • An international work environment;
  • Open, informal, no-nonsense culture with short communication lines;
  • A good dose of humor and togetherness (we go through fire for each other).

The role

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities. Join our family.

About us

What you'll do

The role

Within this role, you will be involved in the preparation, execution, and inspection of the work and you will lead 4 to a maximum of 10 welders. You determine the optimal sequence of work, number of employees, materials, and tools. The focus is on driving production and quality. Where necessary, you will also assist in the work, so that you can maintain your welding skills.

Key accountabilities

  • Correct preparation such as determining the sequence of work, capacity planning, and the presence of tools and materials;
  • Distributing the work based on the made plans and supervising quality and quantity;
  • Leading a group of welders and ensuring that they perform their work properly;
  • Ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the work location;
  • Following safety and company regulations;
  • Giving directions and instructions;
  • Thinking along in the context of increasing efficiency and promoting company objectives.

Skills & experience

Hiring process

Recruiter:

Jessica van Honk

Email:

jessica.van.honk@damen.com

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About Damen Shipyards

Industry
Shipbuilding
Website
damen.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam is part of the Damen Shiprepair and Conversion Group. The organization is characterized by modern business operations where the customer is central and market conditions can be responded to efficiently. All facilities are present at the shipyard to offer our customers a full-service package. Damen Shiprepair Amsterdam repairs various types of vessels up to a length of 250 meters. We work with 120 permanent employees and, depending on the workload, a flexible shell of agency staff. For our location, we are looking for a Welding Foreman.

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