Quality Controller Mechanical – Amsterdam – Lekkerkerk
Introduction
Ensure the quality of complex mechanical systems during the construction of custom-built superyachts by overseeing inspections, compliance and workmanship across subcontractor facilities and shipyard operations.
Function
What you will do
- Monitor and verify the quality of mechanical installations during the hull construction phase, including work performed by subcontractors and external suppliers.
- Execute inspections in accordance with Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and ensure all required stakeholders are present during mandatory quality control milestones.
- Review mechanical systems such as bilge, fuel, hydraulic, firefighting and piping systems against engineering specifications, classification requirements and project standards.
- Investigate non-conformities, quality deviations and workmanship issues, coordinating corrective actions with production teams and subcontractors.
- Maintain complete digital records of inspection results, quality documentation and final acceptance reports throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the continuous improvement of quality processes by updating inspection methods, procedures, protocols and work instructions where required.
- Report inspection findings, quality trends and project status to production management, quality assurance teams, surveyors, authorities and clients.
Organization
Royal Van Lent Shipyard builds fully custom superyachts where mechanical systems must meet the highest standards for safety, reliability and craftsmanship. This role operates across subcontractor facilities in Nieuw-Lekkerland and Royal Van Lent’s shipyards in Amsterdam and Kaag, providing direct oversight of mechanical installation quality within a highly regulated and technically demanding yachtbuilding environment.
Requirements
What we expect from you
- Vocational or technical education (MBO) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Demonstrable experience in Quality Control, Quality Inspection or Mechanical Construction within shipbuilding, yachtbuilding or heavy engineering environments.
- Strong knowledge of ship construction processes, particularly during the hull construction phase.
- Understanding of marine regulations, quality requirements and standards applicable to seaworthy luxury yachts.
- Ability to read technical drawings, specifications and work instructions.
- Experience with inspection and measurement equipment used within production and construction environments.
- Good command of both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
- Comfortable working independently as the client’s representative at subcontractor locations.
- Willingness to travel regularly between Nieuw-Lekkerland, Amsterdam and Kaag.
Offer
- Full-time position (40 hours per week).
- Salary range between €3,566 and €5,590 gross per month, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunity to work on some of the world’s most complex custom-built superyachts.
- Dynamic working environment combining shipyard operations and subcontractor manufacturing facilities.
The stated salary range is aligned with the client’s employment conditions and corresponds with the terms and conditions of the hiring organisation.
Information
Contact Ruxandra Leonte on +31 (0)75 207 60 10 or +31 (0)6 27 44 07 88, or send your CV to Ruxandra.Leonte@buildingcareers.nl
Application
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