Lead Preparator

Position: Lead Work Preparator
Coordinate and optimise the preparation of complex offshore equipment projects, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality results.

At IQIP, you’ll ensure we’re building tomorrow’s foundations by assembling, overhauling, and testing advanced equipment used in key infrastructure projects worldwide.
For four decades, IQIP has successfully navigated challenges and built up extensive experience in a wide range of markets, including offshore wind, coastal & civil, offshore oil & gas, and decommissioning.
Who wouldn't want to take part in building the world’s most powerful hydraulic impact hammer? Join a high-tech, hands‑on environment where your skills are valued, and growth is part of the journey.

Together, we’ll deliver solutions that make a real, lasting impact.

Your work
As Lead Work Preparator at IQIP, you are responsible for managing and coordinating all preparatory activities for the manufacturing and assembly of our high-end offshore equipment. You lead a team of work preparators and act as the key link between engineering, production, and project management.

Your role ensures that all required materials, drawings, documentation, and planning are ready on time to guarantee an efficient and high-quality production process.

Your responsibilities

Lead and support a team of work preparators within the manufacturing department

Translate technical drawings and engineering input into practical work instructions and planning

Ensure timely availability of materials, tools, and documentation for production

Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and production to resolve planning and technical issues

Monitor progress, quality, and costs during preparation phases

Identify process improvements and implement standardisation within work preparation

Maintain accurate documentation in ERP and planning systems

Act as a sparring partner for production and ensure alignment with project goals

Job requirements

Your profile

MBO+/HBO level education in a technical or mechanical discipline

Several years of experience in a work preparation or planning role within a technical production environment

Leadership skills and experience in coordinating a small team

Strong technical insight and ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools

Hands‑on, organised, and solution‑oriented approach

Strong communication skills in Dutch and English

Ability to perform under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

What IQIP offers

An opportunity to drive the energy transition with us

Push boundaries to shape tomorrow’s world

Outstanding learning opportunities

Monthly salary depending on your level and expertise

Annual bonus (profit sharing)

8% holiday allowance, paid annually

40 paid annual leave days (27 holidays + 13 additional days)

Benefits such as travel allowance, laptop, and educational opportunities

PME pension fund (CLA/CAO Metalektro applies to this job)

Why IQIP?
We design and manufacture high-quality equipment, tackling challenges through shared expertise and commitment to sustainable solutions. Safety, teamwork, and individual talent power our success as we build a better world for future generations.

Forward Thinking.
Forward Doing. We lead with innovation and integrity. Delivering quality and results.

Global Impact.
Real Challenge. Our projects are challenging and shape the energy and infrastructure landscape of tomorrow.

People First.
Always. You get autonomy, support, and room to grow.

Join us in shaping tomorrow’s world. Click ‘Apply’ and our recruiter will get in touch to get acquainted and answer any questions you may have.

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