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Giulio Geromella
Recruitment Partner Consultant at Van Storm
Job summary:
Tasks: Lead and develop an international technical service team, manage planning and capacity, and oversee the quality, progress and commercial performance of service assignments.
Projects: Technical service activities and complex service projects, primarily for superyachts.
Company: Established maritime engineering and technology organisation specialising in electrical systems and installations.
Main requirements: Experience leading teams in a technical environment, a coaching leadership style, strong organisational skills and the ability to balance people development, client expectations and operational results.
Your opportunity
As Service Team Lead – Superyachts, you will lead, coach and develop an international service team supporting projects primarily in the superyacht sector. You will ensure your team has the resources, knowledge and support to deliver reliable service, while keeping planning, quality and capacity aligned with operational demands.
Working closely with the Service Manager, Service Coordinators and Service Engineers, you will oversee assignments ranging from daily service activities to more complex projects. You will combine people management with responsibility for delivery, client communication and healthy project margins.
You will work across Nijmegen and Oss, with visits to the international locations in La Ciotat and Vilanova several times a year.
What you will do
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Lead, coach and develop the international service team, providing clear direction and supporting personal and professional growth;
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Coordinate planning, capacity and workloads to maintain efficient operations and service continuity;
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Work closely with Service Coordinators to deliver assignments according to agreed schedules, specifications and target margins;
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Monitor the quality, progress and commercial performance of service activities and projects;
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Ensure team members have the tools, knowledge and support needed to perform their work effectively;
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Act as a key contact for clients, partners and internal stakeholders on progress, delivery and quality;
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Contribute to contract development and the successful execution of service assignments;
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Support operational strategy, process improvements and policy implementation within the department;
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Collaborate with Engineering, Installation, HR and Controlling, maintaining strong connections across Dutch and international locations.
Where you will work
You will join an established maritime technology organisation specialising in electrical systems and installations. The international service team supports assignments primarily in the superyacht sector, combining daily technical service with more complex project work.
The working environment brings together technical expertise, close client contact and international collaboration. Based across Nijmegen and Oss, you will help connect colleagues across locations and contribute to the further development of the service department.
What you already have
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HBO working and thinking level, or MBO+ level combined with extensive experience in a comparable leadership role within a technical environment;
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Several years of experience in a technical or project-based working environment;
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A coaching leadership style, with the ability to motivate colleagues, provide clear direction and support development;
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Strong communication and organisational skills;
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A structured approach to planning, priorities and workload management;
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A focus on results, quality and continuity, with an understanding of organisational and commercial priorities;
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Willingness to travel regularly between Nijmegen and Oss and visit international locations several times a year.
Your benefits
Take the next step in your leadership career with an organisation where technical expertise meets a strong people-focused culture. You will have the freedom to bring fresh ideas, make an impact and shape the development of your team.
What is in it for you?
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Direct employment contract with our client with a rewarding salary package that matches your experience and expertise, starting from €5,000 gross per month
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A company car and the tools to stay connected, including a laptop and mobile phone
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The autonomy to shape your team, influence decisions and drive improvements
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Exposure to technically advanced projects in the luxury yachtbuilding and offshore sectors
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Opportunities to strengthen your leadership capabilities and take your career further
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