Head of Production Support Workshop

About the role

Damen Shipyards Group has been in operation for over ninety years and offers maritime solutions worldwide, through design, construction, conversion and repair of ships and ship components. By integrating systems, Damen creates innovative, high-quality platforms, which provide our customers with maximum added value. The Group's core values are fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship whereas its goal is to become the world's most sustainable shipbuilder, via digitalization, standardization and serial construction of its vessels and through use of circular materials. Damen operates 35 shipyards and 20 other companies in 20 countries supported by a worldwide sales and service network. The Group delivers in the region of 100 vessels per year, with a total production value of over 3 billion euros and offers direct employment to approximately 12,500 people. Since joining the Damen Shipyards Group in 1999, Damen Shipyards Galaţi, currently the group's top exporter of high-end complex vessels, has developed into a highly efficient production yard with significant output. Its expertise and closely managed supply chain have been behind some of Damen's most important deliveries to date, fully illustrating the group's diverse product portfolio. The Production Support Workshop Manager is responsible for ensuring the effective and uninterrupted operation of all auxiliary services supporting shipbuilding activities at Galati Shipyard. The role provides overall oversight of the workshop's teams and resources, fosters operational excellence, and ensures full alignment with production objectives, safety standards, and quality requirements. Key accountabilities Workshop Operations & Team Management Oversee all production support services, including temporary shipboard installations, internal vessel maneuvers and towing, internal material and equipment transport, crane operations, and ship preparation and launching activities Lead and manage workshop teams, ensuring efficient task execution, performance evaluation, and identification of training needs Budget & Performance Management Manage the allocated budget and provide regular consumption reporting Ensure achievement of assigned KPIs in line with production and management objectives Planning & Resource Coordination Plan and monitor workshop activities to ensure deadlines are met Ensure availability of all necessary resources, including materials, equipment, machinery, and personnel Compliance & Operational Standards Implement and enforce internal procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards Collaborate closely with Production, Technical, and Logistics departments to ensure smooth operational workflow