Recruiter
Ewa Gernand
Recruitment Partner Consultant at Van Storm
Job summary:
Tasks: identify, assess, and mitigate risks in maritime or naval projects
Projects: complex defence & security vessels
Company: naval shipbuilder, part of a global established group
Main requirements: at least 2 years of experience in risk coordination
Your opportunity
We’re seeking a dedicated Naval Project Risk Specialist to play a key role in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks throughout complex project lifecycles. In this role, you’ll contribute to a culture of safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to proactively address challenges.
What you will do
- Leading risk identification workshops to assess potential challenges, their impact, and ownership across various project phases.
- Performing both qualitative and quantitative risk analysis to prioritize critical risks.
- Maintaining an up-to-date and comprehensive risk register aligned with legal and organizational standards.
- Managing interdependent risks by breaking them into actionable levels.
- Guiding risk owners in implementing and validating mitigation measures.
- Monitoring and following up on mitigation actions to ensure consistent progress.
- Presenting regular updates on evolving risks and mitigation efforts to stakeholders.
- Addressing supplier and supply chain risks proactively to minimize disruptions.
- Documenting and sharing lessons learned to enhance future risk management strategies.
Where you will work
This close client of ours is the leading Dutch developer and builder of marine defense systems. With a strong engineering and yard team, they deliver world-class complex naval ships to navies worldwide. In the current geopolitical climate, the organization is expanding significantly and providing excellent opportunities for professional growth.
- New technologies galore: state-of-the-art naval technology, digital twinning, virtual reality, and more!
- Well-established shipyard with a long-lasting track record, part of a global shipbuilding group
- Excellent market outlook: order book filled way into the 2030s and still more projects expected
- Cooperating with knowledgeable colleagues, learning and sharing insights
What you already have
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks, particularly ISO 31000
- Knowledge of industrial engineering principles (e.g., V-Model, MBSE), particularly in manufacturing or shipbuilding
- A BSc or MSc. degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Shipbuilding) or Technical Business Administration
- Available for full-time work in the Netherlands
- EU citizenship is a must, due to the nature of the military projects.
Your benefits
- Enjoy your time off: 40 paid holidays per year for an excellent work-life balance
- Stay safe during business trips: Business Travel Insurance
- Paid commuting and interview cost
- Spreek Nederlands! Basic Dutch course, so you will understand Dutch jokes during coffee breaks
- Meet new friends: We invite you to social gatherings, lectures, and events so that you can meet like-minded friends within the Dutch maritime industry. We also offer you a 1-year KNVTS, Royal Dutch Association of Marine Engineers membership.
- Make yourself at home: we fully support your relocation & registration process
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