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Lifting Supervisor

Van Oord

Rotterdam
Full Time
Posted on: March 30 2026
Expires on: June 2 2026

As Lifting Supervisor, you are responsible for managing all onshore and offshore lifting operations for foundations and turbine installation. From reviewing lift plans and risk assessments to coordinating crane operations on site, you’ll make sure every lift is prepared and performed safely and efficiently. You’ll collaborate with a team of skilled offshore professionals and support our mission to accelerate the energy transition through innovative offshore wind projects across the globe.

YOUR IMPACT
  • Your expertise ensures that each operation runs safely and seamlessly, protecting both people and assets. You’ll:
  • Review and approve lift plans, risk assessments and method statements
  • Ensure the correct implementation of installation manuals and procedures
  • Support crane-specific calculations such as load capacity and lifting height
  • Check and maintain certification of lifting gear
  • Lead and coach lifting site personnel such as crane operators Your confidence, leadership and practical mindset make a tangible difference — every lift you manage contributes directly to the success of our offshore wind projects.
ABOUT YOU
  • Operational experience on board ships as a crane operator or lifting supervisor
  • A good command of the English language
  • Strong communication and leadership skills
  • A practical, proactive and solution-driven mindset
  • Flexibility to work on board and at project locations worldwide
WE OFFER
  • A salary that matches your responsibilities and experience
  • Extra allowance when you work on rotation
  • 32 holidays (of which a maximum of 7 are collective)
  • Variable bonus, partly dependent on company results
  • Attractive pension scheme
  • Option for collective health insurance (Van Oord pays for your supplementary package)
  • Extensive development opportunities, including a comprehensive online academy via Goodhabitz
  • Communities to join, such as Young Van Oord, Van Oord Women, and the Van Oord staff association
  • Various events and sports activities, such as skiing, sailing weekends, cycling, and motorcycling
About Van Oord
Van Oord logo

We create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

We are a Dutch family-owned company with over 150 years of experience as an international marine contractor. We value open communication with our clients and stakeholders. Our company culture is one of entrepreneurship and engaged employees. We think and act with responsibility and focus on the long term. Our purpose is to create a better world for future generations by delivering Marine ingenuity.

Facts about

  • Number of employees: 4500

  • Sectors: Inland shipping, Civil, Dredging, Energy, Marine Energy, Maritime, Offshore, Oil & Gas, Wind, Shipping

  • Preferred educational level: intermediate vocational education, higher vocational education, university

  • Career level: student, starter & traineeship (0-3 years), young professional (3-5 years), professional (5-10 years), senior professional (>10 years)

  • Preferred education: Civil engineering, offshore & dredging engineering, mechanical engineering, maritime technology, shipbuilding, maritime officer

  • Open vacancies: Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, Project Manager, Project Engineer, Engineer, Logistics Engineer, Procurement Officer, Offshore Construction Manager, QHSE manager