About the role

PETER DÖHLE Schiffahrts-KG is a provider of global maritime services with roots in Hamburg and home ports all over the world. We see ourselves as a company group rich in tradition yet future-oriented, providing tailor-made solutions for the entire shipping industry. To support our Shipmanagement at the next possible time, we are looking for a Site Office Manager m/f/d) in China.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities at the shipyard, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards and company requirements
• Monitor construction progress, identify deviations and proactively address technical and operational issues
• Coordinate and collaborate closely with shipyard representatives, contractors, owners’ representatives and other project stakeholders
• Ensure the consistent implementation of safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture on site
• Inspect workmanship, equipment installation and testing activities to ensure the required quality standards are met
• Review and verify construction milestones, reporting progress, risks and deviations to Head Office
• Support commissioning activities, harbor acceptance tests, sea trials and vessel delivery processes
• Coordinate technical clarifications between the site team, shipyard and Head Office specialists
• Prepare and maintain accurate site documentation, inspection records and progress reports
• Lead and support site office personnel, fostering effective teamwork and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure contractual, technical and regulatory compliance during all phases of vessel construction

Your profile

• Degree in ship-engineering or a related field 
• Previous experience as a member of a newbuilding site team at a shipyard 
• Basic knowledge of business administration, including reporting
• Strong communication skills with fluency in English
• Knowledge of the Chinese and/or Korean language is considered a plus
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to adapt to different cultures and mentalities within the international shipbuilding market 
• Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally

Our benefits

We would like to welcome you on board!

Do you think the position matches your expectations? Then we look forward to receiving your application, either online via the application form or by e-mail. 
Please state your salary expectations and the earliest possible starting date. 

If you have any questions, Jan Wichers, our Recruiting Specialist, will be happy to help you: [email protected]

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