Exciting opportunity to build up service market in our nothern region

The Head of Service Marine North Europe is responsible for establishing, leading and developing Palfinger Marine’s Service Region across the North Sea area. The role ensures operational excellence, profitability and customer satisfaction across multiple service locations. This position drives sustainable growth through effective leadership, regional synergy and strategic expansion in Northern Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Oversee regional operations and service delivery across all locations to ensure alignment with corporate strategy, compliance with industry standards and efficient execution of Marine Service activities

• Take full P&L responsibility for the region, leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance profitability, optimize resource use and strengthen financial performance

• Lead and develop high-performing teams, promoting a culture of accountability, technical excellence and customer focus through targeted coaching and performance

• Foster strong collaboration between service offices, After Sales/Product Lines, and New Equipment Sales to build a unified regional approach and maximize customer satisfaction

• Drive strategic regional growth, identifying and developing new opportunities in emerging Northern European markets while ensuring service readiness for advanced marine and offshore products

  Your Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in Marine Operations (minimum 10 years, with at least 5 in leadership roles)

  • Educational background in Engineering, Economics, Business or a related field

  • Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage teams across multiple locations and cultures

  • Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, P&L accountability and driving operational efficiency

  • Excellent communication skills in English and a proactive, customer-centric mindset focused on regional growth

  
  What we offer

  • A varied, challenging, and technology‑driven role within a growing global marine organization

  • Competitive compensation and flexible working hours

  • An inspiring international environment with opportunities for development