Maintenance Manager

Are you an experienced maintenance professional who combines strategic insight with strong leadership skills? Do you want to take ownership of maintenance strategy, asset reliability and team development within a high‑tech industrial environment? Then this Maintenance Manager role at Huisman may be the opportunity you are looking for.

We are Huisman. We develop step changing technical solutions and translate these into the design and construction of the largest onshore and offshore installations. For decades, we have been working all over the world for offshore wind, geothermal energy, oil & gas, leisure, civil and port logistics industries.

With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service & sales facilities we are equipped for impact in these times of energy transition.

“Innovation drives our core business. Facility Management and Maintenance ensure the foundation remains strong. Together, we build an efficient, safe, and future-proof workplace.”

As Maintenance Manager, you are responsible for the overall performance of the Maintenance organization. You ensure safe, reliable and cost‑effective operation of all technical assets while driving continuous improvement and long‑term asset management.

As Maintenance Manager, you lead the Maintenance team and are accountable for strategy, planning, execution and continuous improvement of all maintenance activities. You balance operational priorities with long‑term objectives and act as a key stakeholder within the organization.

Your responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing the maintenance strategy in line with business objectives
• Ensuring availability, reliability and safety of all technical assets and installations
• Leading, coaching and developing the Maintenance team
• Managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs and long‑term asset plans
• Setting priorities, planning resources and controlling budgets (OPEX & CAPEX)
• Driving process improvements, standardization and performance optimisation
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, standards and audits
• Managing contractors, suppliers and service agreements
• Reporting on maintenance performance, risks and improvement initiatives
• Acting as a key interface with Operations, Projects, Engineering and Management
• Guiding the organization towards the maintenance strategy
• Responsibility for further developing the department and positioning it within the organization

You are/ have:

• Bachelor level working and thinking level (technical or engineering background preferred)
• Proven experience in a maintenance management or senior maintenance role
• Experience with further developing the department and positioning it within the organization
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Solid knowledge of electrical, mechanical and/or hydraulic systems
• Experience with asset management, maintenance planning and reliability improvement
• Strong analytical, organisational and decision‑making capabilities
• A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and safety

Good command of English (Dutch is an advantage)

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

EU passport or valid work permit for the Netherlands

We design and produce in‑house and deliver our turn‑key products to clients worldwide. Our clients choose us for our entrepreneurial spirit, skills, reliability, and innovative solutions. Examples? Consider our Leg Encircling Cranes. So, if you join Huisman make sure you are equipped for impact. In other words, surprise us, our clients and… yourself!

A challenging role in an international, technical organisation

A professional and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for personal development and training

A competitive salary and benefits package based on experience

Apply online for the position of Maintenance Manager by using the apply button at the top of this page. We are curious to learn what kind of impact you will make!

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We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies. Proposing candidates without invitation is not appreciated and will not be considered by Huisman. Applications received are property of Huisman. We don’t appreciate acquisition and this also applies to Huisman colleagues or associated Huisman companies.

Contact person for this vacancy Tanisa Pietersz:

“As a recruiter, I focus on understanding both the candidates and Huisman's needs to create meaningful, long‑term connections.”

tpietersz@huisman-nl.com

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