Maritime Training Coordinator

As a Maritime Training Coordinator you are responsible for the coordination and management of training programs for staff within the maritime sector. You ensure that employees comply with necessary certifications, regulations, and possess the skills required to work safely and efficiently. In addition, you act as a liaison between external training institutes, employees, and management.

Key responsibilities:

• Training coordination
  You coordinate and schedule internal and external training sessions for maritime personnel. You monitor the progress of training programs and ensure timely execution. In addition, you have an eye for cost efficiency and control the training budget.
• Certification and compliance
  You oversee compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for the maritime industry, such as STCW, safety training, and maritime certifications and ensure timely renewal and validation of employees' certificates and licenses.
• Support and advise
  You advise employees on available training opportunities and career development and organize feedback sessions after training programs to assess effectiveness and satisfaction.
• External partnerships
  You collaborate with external training institutes, trainers, and maritime organizations to ensure the quality of training and help select external training institutes when necessary.
• Reporting and administration
  You prepare reports on the progress and outcomes of training programs and maintain training records and ensure timely documentation of completed certifications.

This position requires excellent organizational and coordination skills and strong communication skills, both written and verbal. In addition, we are looking for someone who is proactive, results-oriented, can work under pressure and can work independently and as part of a team. You consult with and reports to the Senior Operational Manager.

• The opportunity to travel occasionally to vessels, training locations, or external training institutes.
• Study opportunities that match your talent and career aspirations.
• A good salary and interesting secondary employment conditions, such as a 13th month and free boat tickets to Ameland and Schiermonnikoog.
• A workplace that can be reached from Groningen by car and train in half an hour.
• A pleasant working atmosphere and nice colleagues.

• HBO (Higher Professional Education) level or equivalent, preferably in a relevant field such as Maritime Technology, Maritime Management, or Human Resource Management.
• Experience in the maritime sector or with specific maritime training programs is a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience in a coordinating role within the maritime sector or in a similar position.
• Experience in planning training programs and working with maritime regulations and safety standards.
• Knowledge of STCW and other maritime certifications and compliance requirements.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (both written and spoken).

Then we’d like to hear from you! To apply, please upload your CV and cover letter using the ‘solliciteer’ button on this page.

For more information about the job please contact Mark Hoving (Senior Operational Manager): +31 596 636 438