Mechanical Works Preparer | Rotterdam

Do you want to play a key role in the construction of the most exclusive superyachts in the world? At our hull location in Greenport Rotterdam, you will ensure that our production departments have everything they need to build according to schedule.

For more than 175 years, under the name Feadship, we have been building unique superyachts for an international clientele. At our location in Greenport Rotterdam, skilled professionals work daily on the construction of steel hulls for these yachts.

As a Mechanical Works Preparer, you are the connecting link between Engineering, Purchasing, Project Management, and Production. You ensure that materials, drawings, parts, and technical information are available at the right time, so that the construction process proceeds safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.

As a Mechanical Works Preparer, you are responsible for the preparation of mechanical installations and systems on board our superyachts. You are involved from the engineering phase through to execution in production.

Your responsibilities include, among other things:

• Making technical information, materials, and parts available for production in a timely manner;
• Assembling and managing work packages;
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and bills of materials;
• Processing and following up on technical changes during the project;
• Coordinating activities with Engineering, Purchasing, Project Management, and Production;
• Identifying and resolving bottlenecks in preparation and execution;
• Supporting production with technical questions;
• Monitoring progress, quality, planning, and material availability;
• Preparing and placing orders with suppliers.

With your structured approach, fitters and production departments can work efficiently, and you contribute to the successful delivery of our superyachts.

We are looking for a Mechanical Works Preparer with experience within yacht building, shipbuilding, or offshore. You understand how technical systems come together on board, can read technical drawings, and know what is required to ensure production and assembly proceed without delay.

In addition, you possess:

• MBO+ or HBO working and thinking level, preferably in the direction of Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Technology, or similar;
• Experience in a technical works planning role;
• Knowledge of technical drawings and 3D CAD models;
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Office;
• Understanding of mechanical installations, materials, and production techniques;
• Experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating activities within technical projects;
• Good communication skills in Dutch and English.