Technical specialist ergonomics (interim)

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Damen Naval; the naval division of the family-owned Damen Shipyards Group, where

12,000 professionals work worldwide. Damen Naval delivers advanced naval vessels

to clients all over the globe. By implementing the most innovative technological

developments in practice, we continue to push the boundaries in the shipbuilding

industry. You can be part of our team! Are you ready for duty? The Role As a

Technical Specialist Ergonomics at Damen Naval, you will play a key role in

applying human factors engineering (HFE) principles to the design and

improvement of naval vessels and training environments. You will focus on

optimizing the interaction between crew members and equipment by minimizing

risks, enhancing system performance, and ensuring comfort, usability, and safety

on board. Your work will span multiple domains within ergonomics, including

physical, cognitive, organizational, and linguistic aspects. You will

collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and suppliers to ensure

the ergonomic integrity of all systems, from design concept to implementation.

Your expertise will directly contribute to the performance and well-being of

those operating Damen Naval platforms. Key responsibilities In this role, your

(HFE) plans in line with project needs. Conducting ergonomic analyses of ship

systems and human-machine interactions. Performing task-based assessments and

deriving technical requirements for design. Applying Leitmerkmal methods and

drafting Ergonomic Assessment Reports. Advising on workspace and equipment

design to minimize crew workload and maximize efficiency. Supporting the

integration of COTS equipment with a focus on usability and functionality.

Identifying and improving human-machine interfaces, especially in operational

and informational contexts. Collaborating across departments to ensure ergonomic

standards are met throughout the project lifecycle. Skills & experience We are

looking for candidates with the following qualifications: A relevant bachelor’s

degree and experience working with engineers, suppliers, and project

stakeholders on large-scale (preferably naval) projects. Strong analytical,

communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience with hazard assessments

and ergonomic standards, ideally within German regulatory frameworks.

Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Office, SAP, IBM DOORS, and 3DX.

Previous experience in shipbuilding or the maritime sector is preferred. Fluency

in German and English, both spoken and written. Willingness to travel

internationally. Permanent EU citizenship and a permanent EU passport

(requirement due to the military nature of our projects). Candidates with EU

(work) visa or with (also) a non-EU nationality and/or passport are not eligible

given the requirements imposed by the military nature of our projects. What we

offer At Damen Naval, we value our temporary team members and strive for a

positive and successful collaboration. As a temporary professional on secondment

basis, we offer you the following conditions: An attractive salary aligned with

permanent staff. Travel allowance of 23 cents per kilometre. Flexibility to work

from home up to two days a week. Challenging and innovative projects.

Application & information This temporary assignment is exclusively offered on a

secondment (detachering) or temporary employment contract basis. . If you are

interested, please submit your application with the following details: Your CV

and motivational letter. Indication of your expected hourly fee or gross monthly

salary (based on full-time work). Your availability (full-time/part-time and

number of hours). Your notice period and preferred start date. For more

information about the vacancy or Damen Naval, please visit the Damen Naval

website, the Damen Naval Career website or contact the Corporate Recruitment

department via +31 118 485 000. Please note that due to the military nature of

our projects, only candidates who have permanent EU nationality can be

considered for vacancies at Damen Naval. Unfortunately, we are not allowed to

process candidates who (also) have a non-EU passport or nationality. A

pre-assignment and security screening and investigation form part of the

recruitment process. Acquisition and introduction of candidates without a formal

request is not appreciated and they will not be considered. #LI-MM2 Damen has 35

shipyards on five different continents and operates in more than 100 countries.

We are still growing and that gives you options. You contribute to this growth

while benefitting from the diverse development and career opportunities that our

company offers. We will continue to challenge you. With our extensive portfolio

of products and solutions you will never get bored and never stop learning. We

offer you a world of possibilities. Working at Damen means contributing to the

highest quality in shipbuilding, with an eye to the future and future

generations. We want to make the world a better place by becoming the most

sustainable maritime solution provider. For that, we need you. Become part of

our family. We are Damen. We’re a family company that has been building ships

for almost 100 years. However, our focus is not on the past, however – we’re

looking forward. Our ambition is to become the most sustainable and connected

maritime solutions provider there is. To achieve this, we combine digital

technology with our philosophy of standardised shipbuilding to offer a portfolio

of services that takes care of vessels throughout the entire lifecycle. Working

at Damen offers the best of several worlds. Active in more than 100 countries,

with over 30 shipyards, we are internationally renowned for quality. And we are

still growing, still innovating. Which means we will continue to challenge you.

You will never stop learning, and you will never get bored – we promise you

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