Managing Director

Are you an entrepreneurial and commercially experienced leader with a background in the offshore industry? Are you seeking a leadership role in a growth-oriented organization? Do you want to make a real impact? Then this is your opportunity!

We are looking for a pragmatic, no-nonsense Managing Director accustomed to working in a rapidly growing organization. You have already established a strong foundation as a leader and gained experience in management roles. You enjoy building and dare to think outside the box. No day is the same and it's precisely this variety and challenge that make this role unique!

About Pliant Offshore

Pliant Offshore is the market leader in high-tech measurement systems, specifically for offshore wind farm installations. Our patented motion-compensated LiDAR technology plays a vital role in the construction of wind farms worldwide. You’ll be joining an ambitious team that’s dedicated to pushing the boundaries of renewable energy technology.

About the role

As Managing Director of Pliant, you are an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented leader with a feel for the international offshore world.

As MD, you will take over the daily leadership from founder Alex Heurkens. You are responsible for our organization (currently 10 FTE and rapidly growing) and have a unique opportunity to further develop Pliant Offshore.

You are an experienced MD. Your time is balanced between leading our organization in Breda and maintaining and expanding our (international) network. You attend global trade shows and events, visit offshore clients, and are the face of Pliant Offshore in the market.

Your main responsibilities:

• Leading teams/specialists in Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and HR.

• Playing an active commercial role, including international travel to visit clients, network, and attend events and trade shows.

• Strategy formation and execution: guiding the organization in its growth development.

• Setting, monitoring, and adjusting organizational goals and P&L responsibility.

• Monitoring and managing financial insights and activities such as subsidy balance, insurance, etc.

• Development of both our people and our organization.

• Weekly project meetings with project leaders on progress and budget.

• Weekly meetings with production regarding progress.

• Ultimately responsible for all our certification, internal and external audits (such as ISO), improvement processes, and Risk Inventory & Evaluation (RI&E).

What we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial leader who is well-acquainted with the offshore world.

• You are an inspiring leader who understands how offshore companies (commercially) collaborate with suppliers and partners.

• Proven experience in a similar role

• You can maintain an overview in a growing organization.

• Willingness to travel regularly worldwide to our clients and offshore events.

• You think beyond just the business and pay attention to the development of our individual colleagues, teams, and organizational culture.

• You have a no-nonsense mentality.

• You communicate clearly and can effectively convey financial insights, both internally and externally.

Why join Pliant Offshore?

At Pliant Offshore, you have the freedom to drive innovation and make a meaningful difference in the renewable energy sector. We offer:

• A company where you can make a significant impact from your role.

• Building a company with a talented team and a good product-market fit.

• An informal working environment with the freedom to shape your role.

• Competitive employment conditions in a rapidly growing company.

Make a real impact in Offshore Energy

Pliant Offshore is a trailblazer in developing high-tech, sustainable solutions that drive the offshore wind energy sector forward. Be part of a company that values your input and offers the chance to influence the future of global energy solutions.

Ready for the next step? Contact our Recruitment colleague Erik at +316 189 123 09 or Apply now and help us revolutionize offshore wind farm installations!