Group Science & Technical Manager / Netherlands

We are currently recruiting for a Group Science & Technical Manager to work internationally in a permanent staff position.  

Role Purpose

• This is a global role providing a technical lead on the provision of marine fuel quality advice to customers through the laboratory testing of marine fuels based on interpretation of results;
• IMO2020 S Cap is a key gamechanger driving the need for this role to enable our client to maintain leadership position in marine fuel and advisory services;
• The internal focus of this role will be via the Group Managing Director, working closely with Lab Managers and Technical Advisory Managers;
• The external focus of this role will be via the Group Commercial Director, working closely with Sales Managers.

Role Description

• Lead the Technical teams globally on advising customers of marine fuel and oil quality;
• Work closely with Technical and Lab Managers to investigate significant customer fuel quality problems and develop new testing methods;
• Analysing fuel & lubricants quality data for trend analysis, new fuels/lubes, etc for inclusion into reports, papers and presentations, working closely with Group Commercial Director;
• Advising on fuel characteristics with regard to the 2020's changes;
• Writing technical papers regarding all aspects of marine fuel/lubricants quality;
• Presenting at global conferences on topics relating to marine fuels/lubricants quality;
• Representing our client on industry bodies such as Intertanko, IBIA, CIMAC, ISO and reporting the activities to relevant teams;
• Support Group MD with prioritisation of Lab CAPEX by advising on the viability of new chemical analysis techniques, methods and instrumentation and horizon scanning future testing technologies;
• Provide a greater depth of chemistry knowledge to support Sales Managers.

Reporting Line & Location/Travel

• Reports to the Group Managing Director;
• No direct reports but functional lead for Technical teams and Lab Managers (Rotterdam, Singapore, Houston, Fujairah);
• Extensive global travel >70% of time, covering laboratory locations in Rotterdam, Singapore, Houston and Fujairah as well as customer locations across Europe, Americas, Asia, Middle East and Africa.

Knowledge & Skills

• Essential - Minimum Degree level qualifications, with Masters level preferred;
• Essential - A deep understanding and knowledge of marine fuel, lubricants chemistry and testing, with minimum 5 years marine fuel testing experience, along with good marine engineering knowledge;
• Desirable – Knowledge and experience of technologies employed in testing marine fuels and oils.

Deliverables from Role

• Provide a deeper and more rounded technical service and support to the clients;
• Have a stronger voice within industry bodies and therefore greater influence;
• Chemistry issues are handled with expertise and knowledge for TA, Commercial and Clients alike;
• Industry conferences see a recognised Technical Expert presenting technical papers;
• Shipping Media receive papers from the leading marine fuel testing company’s, leading technical expert;
• Chemistry takes its place alongside marine engineering in importance and consideration from our client;
• All the above increase our client's credibility in delivering sound technical advisory support.

Important note: Only EU- citizens are considered for this position!  

If you are available or interested in a career switch, please don't hesitate to apply directly or contact me for more information.