Propulsion Engineer

Rotterdam Propulsion Services B.V. is a dynamic and fast-growing organisation specialising in the maintenance and repair of a wide range of marine equipment. Their dedicated team of experienced professionals provides flexible and high-quality service both locally and internationally. They not only expertly solve technical problems, but are also a reliable long-term maintenance partner. They enjoy participating in long-term solutions and strive for long-term partnerships with their customers.

As part of United Marine Services Group B.V. (UMSG BV), a global service provider, Rotterdam Propulsion Services B.V. benefits from the combined knowledge and strength within five partner companies. This enables UMSG BV to offer a ‘total solution’, relieving their clients of all their worries. Thanks to this unique partnership, UMSG BV is able to offer on-site repair and service work, including installation, balancing, commissioning and high-quality (workshop) repairs, both on land and on water.

Do you want to be part of a rapidly growing organisation that is unique in its field? To strengthen their team in Pernis, they are looking for an experienced and flexible All-round Propulsion Engineer. In this challenging role, you will independently perform inspections and service work both locally and internationally.

Rotterdam Propulsion Services B.V. specialises in the repair and maintenance of propeller shaft installations, gearboxes, steering gears, azimuth thrusters and controllable pitch propeller installations of various manufacturers, among others. Are you the versatile professional they are looking for? Come join their team and contribute to their mission to provide high-quality maritime solutions!

• Inspecting , detecting, assessing and rectifying faults (independently and it team);
• Overhaul and maintenance on board ships, both mechanical and hydraulic;
• Modifications and advice on repairs to be carried out;
• Commissioning of repaired and/or overhauled installations;
• Preparing reports;
• assessing and preparing the work to be carried out.

• MBO level 4 working and thinking level, preferably obtained through a completed technical
• education in the direction of Mechanical Engineering / Marine Engineering or demonstrable work experience;
• Work experience in a relevant work environment is a plus;
• You have a valid driving licence B(E) and preferably a VCA VOL certificate;
• You are flexible in working hours; i.e. you work both locally and internationally for shorter or
• longer periods (irregular hours);
• You are flexible in working hours, willing to work irregular hours both locally and
• internationally for short and longer periods;
• You are proactive, independent, responsible, communicative, result-, people- and
• customer-oriented and can perform the required work both independently and as part of a team;
• You are willing to undergo (periodic) training, to expand your knowledge and skills.

A challenging, versatile position with a lot of responsibility in a service-oriented and fast-growing organisation with short lines of communication. A team with enthusiastic and driven colleagues in a no-nonsense working environment. Your development and (possible) broad employability is very important for our organisation and we would like to invest in that. A good salary with excellent fringe benefits and pension.