Cargo Superintendent

BigLift Shipping B.V., member of the Spliethoff Group, is a shipping company based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. BigLift is a world leader in heavy cargo transport. Operating a fleet of 25 state of the art heavy lift and heavy transport vessels, complex cargo operations in heavy lift, heavy transport or offshore supply are day-to-day business. We provide an extensive range of engineered solutions in various industries worldwide, in close cooperation with our customers and we value a long-term relation with our customers and partners. Together with our clients we resolve their transportation requirements. That is why BigLift continuously invests in developing office staff and new build vessels.

With the expansion of our operations to a heavy transport fleet of 6 vessels in 2026, BigLift is looking for a Cargo Superintendent to play a crucial role in this exciting growth phase.

If you consider yourself as a heavy transport expert, experienced in the industry and not afraid of complex projects, then we have the right job for you.

What will you be doing:

As a Cargo Superintendent you will be part of a team of specialists on a variety of projects ranging from transportation of large container cranes, multiple shipments of offshore substations as tall as apartment buildings across rough oceans, to loading large oil rigs and everything in between. Every transport requires detailed preparations, calculations and analysis. Challenges may include on-the-limit deck capacities, operating in remote areas, space utilization, ensuring structural integrity of both ship and cargo and designing optimal sea fastenings. Together with the team you will prepare the full project plan, communicate with the client, obtain approval by surveyors and make sure that all project documentation, and logistics are arranged. You will be the first point of contact for all stakeholders on site, together with the team you will be responsible to perform the project safely and efficiently while achieving high client satisfaction.

What do we ask:

A heavy transport expert with a good safety attitude, who is not afraid to think outside of the box and to take responsibility for the execution of complex projects.
A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the maritime or offshore industry.

What do we offer:

A challenging and interesting position in a dynamic organisation. Apart from our competitive salaries, we offer excellent benefits like a solid pension package, 29 leave days per year, training and education possibilities, informal working environment, in-house fitness facilities, and social get-togethers on a regular basis.

Information and application:

Additional information about the vacancy can be obtained from Wout Janssens, via wout.janssens@bigliftshipping.com. Would you like to be considered for this position? If so, please send your resume and motivation letter to hr@bigliftshipping.com

Acquisitions by staffing agencies and other third parties will not be taken into consideration.

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