Job Description

We offer you an Ocean of Possibilities Join our family.

We’re everything ship. Are you?

Are you ready to launch your international commercial career and explore the oceans of opportunities within Damen? The Damen Sales Traineeship offers you a unique, dynamic start in one of the world’s most diverse and forward‑thinking shipbuilding families.

What we’re made of

We’re made for ships. To design them, build them, finance them and care for them throughout their life. Defined by our values of stewardship, craftsmanship, fellowship and entrepreneurship, we’re everything ship. We’re on a mission to help our clients harvest the oceans of possibilities presented by our waters – for the generations to come. To achieve our goal, we need people who share our vision and drive and who proactively turn ideas into action.

Shape Your Future as a Future Sales Manager

As a Sales Trainee, you’ll begin a two‑year journey that prepares you for a key commercial role within the Damen Shipyards Group. This traineeship is your opportunity to explore the many facets of shipbuilding, from design to delivery, while developing the entrepreneurial mindset required to represent Damen worldwide, taking ownership of opportunities and driving initiatives forward independently.

You’ll immerse yourself in the commercial world of capital‑intensive, high‑impact maritime projects. Along the way, you’ll uncover what energizes you most, master the skills needed to drive global sales, and discover how to make real impact in a company shaping the future of sustainable maritime solutions.

What You Will Do

Innovate:

• Discover our world-leading product portfolio and contribute to the development of solutions that meet global customer needs.

Explore & Rotate:

• Gain hands‑on experience across multiple disciplines — from engineering and production to procurement, finance and project management — including an international rotation.

Collaborate:

• Build strong relationships with colleagues and customers worldwide and learn how we work as ONE FAMILY, ONE GOAL, ONE DAMEN

Lead & Grow:

• Develop the decisiveness, ownership and improvement mindset defined in the Damen Leadership Profile and essential for future sales leaders, with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship and self-starting leadership.

Impact:

• Contribute directly to increasing market presence, customer loyalty and commercial success in assigned regions.

Who You Are

We’re looking for pioneers who dare to take ownership, think commercially and are energized by working in a global environment. Someone who’s curious, committed and ready to grow into an entrepreneurial sales professional.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have (almost) completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree, for example in Marine Technology, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering, but all backgrounds with strong commercial drive are welcome.
• Feel at home in our values: fellowship, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and stewardship.
• Have a commercial mindset and enjoy connecting with people.
• Are technically savvy or eager to learn more about our technology-rich world.
• Are a driven team player with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Want to work in an international and highly diverse environment.
• Are flexible and excited about working abroad.
• Speak English fluently (Dutch is a plus, not a must).

What’s In It for You?

Career Growth Opportunities

• A tailor‑made, two‑year journey designed to unlock your full potential and guide you toward your ideal role.

A Global Family

• Join a passionate community with peers across Young Damen and colleagues worldwide.

Continuous Learning

• Benefit from dedicated coaches, mentors and training offered through the Damen Academy.

International Exposure

• Gain hands‑on experience across disciplines and perform an international rotation.

Attractive Employment Conditions

• A competitive salary, at least 40 days of leave, and unique trainee events that make your journey both meaningful and fun.

What You’ll Take With You?

By the end of your traineeship, you will have:

• A clear understanding of your talents and ambitions
• Discovered the world of shipbuilding from the inside
• Boosted your leadership and people skills
• Gained the insights to initiate and drive change
• Made meaningful impact
• Found the career direction that makes you truly happy

Are you enthusiastic about the Damen Sales Traineeship? Here’s how to get on board.

You can apply online via career.damen.com/traineeship by submitting your CV and motivation letter.

Closing date: 01-05-2026

After an initial CV screening, selected candidates will be invited for a first interview. This is followed by an online assessment, and the final stage consists of a panel interview.

Do you have any questions?
Feel free to reach out to our Recruiter, Ankie van Hees, via ankie.van.hees@damen.com, we’re happy to help you navigate your next step.

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Recruiter:

Ankie van Hees

Email:

ankie.van.hees@damen.com

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