Head of DSP Engineering Group

Job Characteristics

Location Den Helder Contract duration 2 years probation period Hours per week - 38 Monthly salary €7,114.00 - €8,955.00 Salary level Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 - Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 Level Old style HBO Field Engineering / Production Vacancy number 82093 Employment Temporary appointment with a view to permanent appointment Job group Civilian

What you will do

You guarantee the technical deployability of complex weapon systems by strategically leading a specialized technical group. By balancing technical quality and operational speed, you ensure that the Royal Netherlands Navy always has the right resources. Your leadership is the link between technical ingenuity and operational safety.

As Head of the Maritime Engineering Group DSP, you will manage a team of professionals responsible for the technical support of naval systems. You combine operational management with strategic advice. You translate technical developments and the needs of the armed forces into concrete plans and long-term visions.

What you will do

• Prepare annual plans to ensure the quality and quantity of technical processes.

• Analyze technological developments to determine the group's operational course.

• Develop long-term visions and policies that strengthen the navy's technical readiness.

• Represent the group in national and international networks with technical partners.

• Lead your team and develop their professional capabilities.

• Implement new work methods and systems in collaboration with your environment.

What we ask

You are a strategic thinker with a technical background. You know how to connect complex organizational interests with technical realities.

Your profile:

• You have completed academic education in engineering or technical business administration.

• You have extensive experience in leading teams and people.

• You have experience with complex material projects or the maintenance of technical systems.

• You are skilled in project-based work and managing processes.

• You are capable of clearly translating complex matters into advice for senior management.

Desirable is:

• Experience with international collaborations.

• Post-academic technical or business administration education.

Core competencies:

• Vision & Strategic Insight

• Results-oriented

• Environmental awareness

• Communication skills

• People-oriented leadership

• Boldness

What you will get

Salary level Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 - Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 Salary description Monthly salary €7,114.00 - €8,955.00 Employment Temporary appointment with a view to permanent appointment Contract duration 2 years probation period Maximum hours per week 38

What else we offer

The Royal Netherlands Navy strongly values personal growth and career development and offers numerous opportunities for this. In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Choice Budget (IKB). The IKB consists of money (16.33% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the IKB, you make the choices that suit you and can assemble part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, you can choose to have part of your monthly income paid out when you wish. You can also convert this budget into additional vacation days or spend it on tax-advantageous purposes, such as an (electric) bicycle or laptop. It is also possible to temporarily reduce your working hours by a few hours per week.

We also believe it is important that you can combine working for the Ministry of Defence with your private life. Various leave arrangements (e.g., 75% paid parental leave) and attention to physical and mental health contribute to a good balance. For example, you can use our extensive sports facilities for free. In addition to a pension scheme with ABP, you will receive a monthly commuting allowance or, under favorable conditions, you can opt for a public transport subscription with unlimited travel throughout the Netherlands.

Working at DMI means working towards a better and safer future. We invest in your growth through coaching and training.

• Salary: A market-conform salary in scale 13.

• Flexibility: An Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 16.33% to create additional leave or income.

• Balance: Generous leave arrangements and options for flexible working hours.

• Development: Active support for career development and personal growth.

• Facilities: Good pension scheme (ABP) and a commuting allowance or a public transport subscription.

Special notes

Are you the leader we are looking for? We look forward to your response! We strive for a quick response; you will hear from us within 2 weeks after your application.

Do you want to use your talent within the Royal Netherlands Navy, but this position does not fully match? Simply register via our online platform and remain visible for suitable opportunities: https://portal.talentshare.nl/slug/IC-HXx5 This way, we can contact you as soon as a position that suits you becomes available.

More about the job group

The Directorate of Material Maintenance (DMI) is the organization of the Royal Netherlands Navy responsible for the maintenance, modification, and technical support of naval vessels and their systems. Within DMI, military and civilian personnel work together on the navy's materiel. Most of the work takes place at the Naval Base in Den Helder, often in collaboration with Dutch technical companies. Where necessary, DMI also supports naval vessels and units at other locations in the Netherlands or abroad. As part of the Ministry of Defence, DMI contributes to the technical deployability of the navy and thus to the safety of the Netherlands and international missions.

Organization name

Ministry of Defence

Organization description

Defence is committed to the interests, welfare, and freedom of the Netherlands. We are active daily at home and abroad. Our global deployment strengthens international cooperation and ensures that people can develop freely. Now and in the future.

Approximately 79,000 people work directly and indirectly for peace and security at the Ministry of Defence. The ministry consists of the Materiel & IT Command (COMMIT), the General Staff (the department), the Royal Netherlands Navy, the Royal Netherlands Army, the Royal Netherlands Air Force, the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee, and the Defence Support Command (DOSCO).

Defence is one of the largest employers in the Netherlands and resembles a large company. The operational commands (sea, land, and air forces), the Marechaussee, DOSCO, and COMMIT are similar to operating companies.

Organization URL

www.defensie.nl

Department name

Koninklijke Marine

Department description

The Royal Netherlands Navy is committed to peace and security at sea and from the sea. In the Netherlands and abroad. Naval units and marines, together with NATO allies, ensure deterrence. And if necessary, they fight to win. The navy also assists in disaster and crisis management operations.

Department URL

www.werkenbijdefensie.nl

Contact persons

For more information about this vacancy:

For more information about the application procedure:

Location: Den Helder Level: Old style HBO 38 hours per week €7,100 ~ €8,950 salary Engineering / Production Head of DSP Engineering Group

Job Characteristics

Location Den Helder Contract duration 2 years probation period Hours per week - 38 Monthly salary €7,114.00 - €8,955.00 Salary level Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 - Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 Level Old style HBO Field Engineering / Production Vacancy number 82093 Employment Temporary appointment with a view to permanent appointment Job group Civilian

What you will do

You guarantee the technical deployability of complex weapon systems by strategically leading a specialized technical group. By balancing technical quality and operational speed, you ensure that the Royal Netherlands Navy always has the right resources. Your leadership is the link between technical ingenuity and operational safety.

As Head of the Maritime Engineering Group DSP, you will manage a team of professionals responsible for the technical support of naval systems. You combine operational management with strategic advice. You translate technical developments and the needs of the armed forces into concrete plans and long-term visions.

What you will do

• Prepare annual plans to ensure the quality and quantity of technical processes.

• Analyze technological developments to determine the group's operational course.

• Develop long-term visions and policies that strengthen the navy's technical readiness.

• Represent the group in national and international networks with technical partners.

• Lead your team and develop their professional capabilities.

• Implement new work methods and systems in collaboration with your environment.

What we ask

You are a strategic thinker with a technical background. You know how to connect complex organizational interests with technical realities.

Your profile:

• You have completed academic education in engineering or technical business administration.

• You have extensive experience in leading teams and people.

• You have experience with complex material projects or the maintenance of technical systems.

• You are skilled in project-based work and managing processes.

• You are capable of clearly translating complex matters into advice for senior management.

Desirable is:

• Experience with international collaborations.

• Post-academic technical or business administration education.

Core competencies:

• Vision & Strategic Insight

• Results-oriented

• Environmental awareness

• Communication skills

• People-oriented leadership

• Boldness

What you will get

Salary level Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 - Civil servant scale IBBAD 13 Salary description Monthly salary €7,114.00 - €8,955.00 Employment Temporary appointment with a view to permanent appointment Contract duration 2 years probation period Maximum hours per week 38

What else we offer

The Royal Netherlands Navy strongly values personal growth and career development and offers numerous opportunities for this. In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Choice Budget (IKB). The IKB consists of money (16.33% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the IKB, you make the choices that suit you and can assemble part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, you can choose to have part of your monthly income paid out when you wish. You can also convert this budget into additional vacation days or spend it on tax-advantageous purposes, such as an (electric) bicycle or laptop. It is also possible to temporarily reduce your working hours by a few hours per week.

We also believe it is important that you can combine working for the Ministry of Defence with your private life. Various leave arrangements (e.g., 75% paid parental leave) and attention to physical and mental health contribute to a good balance. For example, you can use our extensive sports facilities for free. In addition to a pension scheme with ABP, you will receive a monthly commuting allowance or, under favorable conditions, you can opt for a public transport subscription with unlimited travel throughout the Netherlands.

Working at DMI means working towards a better and safer future. We invest in your growth through coaching and training.

• Salary: A market-conform salary in scale 13.

• Flexibility: An Individual Choice Budget (IKB) of 16.33% to create additional leave or income.

• Balance: Generous leave arrangements and options for flexible working hours.

• Development: Active support for career development and personal growth.

• Facilities: Good pension scheme (ABP) and a commuting allowance or a public transport subscription.

Special notes

Are you the leader we are looking for? We look forward to your response! We strive for a quick response; you will hear from us within 2 weeks after your application.

Do you want to use your talent within the Royal Netherlands Navy, but this position does not fully match? Simply register via our online platform and remain visible for suitable opportunities: https://portal.talentshare.nl/slug/IC-HXx5 This way, we can contact you as soon as a position that suits you becomes available.

More about the job group

The Directorate of Material Maintenance (DMI) is the organization of the Royal Netherlands Navy responsible for the maintenance, modification, and technical support of naval vessels and their systems. Within DMI, military and civilian personnel work together on the navy's materiel. Most of the work takes place at the Naval Base in Den Helder, often in collaboration with Dutch technical companies. Where necessary, DMI also supports naval vessels and units at other locations in the Netherlands or abroad. As part of the Ministry of Defence, DMI contributes to the technical deployability of the navy and thus to the safety of the Netherlands and international missions.

Organization name

Ministry of Defence

Organization description

Defence is committed to the interests, welfare, and freedom of the Netherlands. We are active daily at home and abroad. Our global deployment strengthens international cooperation and ensures that people can develop freely. Now and in the future.

Approximately 79,000 people work directly and indirectly for peace and security at the Ministry of Defence. The ministry consists of the Materiel & IT Command (COMMIT), the General Staff (the department), the Royal Netherlands Navy, the Royal Netherlands Army, the Royal Netherlands Air Force, the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee, and the Defence Support Command (DOSCO).

Defence is one of the largest employers in the Netherlands and resembles a large company. The operational commands (sea, land, and air forces), the Marechaussee, DOSCO, and COMMIT are similar to operating companies.

Organization URL

www.defensie.nl

Department name

Koninklijke Marine

Department description

The Royal Netherlands Navy is committed to peace and security at sea and from the sea. In the Netherlands and abroad. Naval units and marines, together with NATO allies, ensure deterrence. And if necessary, they fight to win. The navy also assists in disaster and crisis management operations.

Department URL

www.werkenbijdefensie.nl

Contact persons

For more information about this vacancy:

For more information about the application procedure: