Piping Coordinator

Location: Kinderdijk

As a Piping Coordinator, you are responsible for the daily supervision, coordination, and quality assurance of all piping and pipe installation activities on board our vessels. You ensure that work is carried out in accordance with project schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements, while acting as the vital link between production teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project disciplines.
What will you do?
Prepare and monitor daily and weekly work schedules.
Coordinate all piping-related activities during block construction and onboard installation.
Assign work based on capacity, expertise, and project priorities.
Monitor quality, progress, safety, and productivity.
Inspect installations against drawings, specifications, classification society requirements, and client standards.
Identify and resolve technical challenges and bottlenecks.
Coordinate activities with other disciplines to ensure smooth project execution.
Participate in progress meetings and report to project management.
Ensure the correct use of materials, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Guide, coach, and develop team members.
Ensure work is completed and delivered according to planning and quality standards.
What do you bring?  You are an enthusiastic professional who enjoys maintaining oversight and thrives on collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders. You know how to connect people, make sound decisions, and feel comfortable working in an international and technical project environment.
In addition, you have:
MBO+ / Associate Degree or Bachelor's level working and thinking ability.
Preferably a background in Naval Architecture, Maritime Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Installation Engineering.
Experience leading operational or production teams.
Strong knowledge of piping systems, isometric drawings, steel structures, and installation methods.

Experience with in the shipbuilding, offshore, or maritime industry.
Experience in project coordination, work preparation, or the execution of technical activities.
The ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
A proactive, structured, and solution-oriented mindset.
Strong communication skills in both Dutch and English.
Willingness to work on a rotational basis at international project locations.

What we offer:

A competitive salary and attractive employee benefits package.
A challenging role within an international and dynamic project organization.
A high degree of responsibility and room for personal initiative.
Excellent training and career development opportunities.
27 vacation days plus 13 additional reduction of working hours (ADV) days per year (based on full-time employment).
An attractive overseas allowance during assignments to international project locations.
A professional working environment where collaboration, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurship are highly valued.
Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance.

As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future. In 2048 (when we exist 400 years) Royal IHC will be a fully sustainable company with a net-zero portfolio.