Join the force behind #Nothing too heavy, Nothing too high.
Become a key part of our maritime team – where heavy lifting makes a global difference.
At Sarens, we are a world leader in heavy lifting and transport. We use special equipment like barges, ballast pumps, winches, and anchors to help build big international projects. These include bridges, offshore wind farms, and sea transport of heavy items. To help our Maritime Department, we are looking for a Maritime Support Coordinator who is practical, well-organized, and ready to learn.
What you will do
As our Maritime Support Coordinator, you will help with many tasks in the department and work closely with project teams:
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Make sure all barge documents and certificates are up to date
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Work with Belgian authorities
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Help with the start and end of barge contracts (on- and off-hire)
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Plan and follow up on yearly and special inspections of barges
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Organize and help during barge dockings
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Keep maritime equipment (like pumps and winches) in good condition and certified
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Learn about maritime rules, laws, and contracts (like BIMCO)
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Follow the market for barges, tugboats, and push boats
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Manage full barge rental projects (called “bareboat charters”)
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Support teams during equipment loading and unloading for projects
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Be the contact person for permits, weather updates, port rules, brokers, and shipping agents
- You will join a respected company with special maritime projects around the world. You will work with a strong team and help manage unique equipment that plays a key role in building infrastructure and energy systems.
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About you.
What you bring
Must-have skills:
- Strong interest in maritime or heavy lifting industry
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Some knowledge of maritime rules and certificates
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Good at organizing and working with details
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You take initiative and are proactive
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OK working in both office and field (on barges, at ports, etc.)
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Good level of English (you will report in English), Dutch as a plus
- Flexible – maritime work can happen outside normal hours
Nice-to-have skills:
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Familiar with BIMCO contracts or maritime rental work
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Understand how maritime equipment works
- Have worked at shipyards, ports, or with barges
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You give some, You get some.
What we offer
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Permanent, full-time position (40 hours/week) with flexible working hours.
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Legal holidays and public holidays + 12 extra ADV days.
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Attractive salary with numerous extra-legal benefits such as, a company car, a mobile phone with subscription, meal vouchers, DKV hospitalization insurance, group insurance, laptop, and more.
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Interesting training and growth opportunities – You own your future!
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Great international working atmosphere and supportive colleagues.
- Place of employment: Sarens HQ (1861 Wolvertem).
Take the next step in your maritime career and work on big, important projects with Sarens.