Tank & Hold Cleaning Technical Expert

Tank & Hold Cleaning Technical Expert page is loaded## Tank & Hold Cleaning Technical Expertlocations: Lysaker: Hamburg: Dartford - Newtons Court: Rotterdam - Willem BarentszStr.: Piraeusposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (17 days left to apply)job requisition id: JOBREQ\_11793Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.**Wilhelmsen Ships Service** (WSS) is looking for a **Tank & Hold Cleaning Expert** (Shore-Based Consultant)**Location:** Rotterdam, Hamburg, Lysaker, Piraeus, Dartford | **Type:** Full-time, HybridWe are seeking an experienced **Tank & Hold Cleaning Expert** to strengthen our in-house competence and support our continued growth within the tanker segment. This is a predominantly shore-based, advisory and customer-facing role, combining deep technical expertise with a commercial mindset.The role will act as a key technical authority for advanced tank and hold cleaning, supporting both customers directly and our internal commercial teams. The position is designed for a former seagoing professional who is ready to transition into a land-based consultancy role while remaining closely connected to operations and customers.WSS operates in more than 70 countries through 50+ legal entities, delivering essential marine products and services to vessels worldwide. Our customers count on us to deliver wherever their ships sail — powered by a truly global supply network. With innovation, quality, and teamwork at our core, we’re shaping the future of the maritime industry. **What you will be doing:*** Provide technical expertise and consultancy on advanced tank and hold cleaning, primarily within the tanker market* Support commercial and business development teams by contributing technical insight during customer engagements, tenders, and solution design* Act as a trusted technical representative towards customers, including remote advisory and cleaning consultancy* Strengthen our in-house competence to enable deeper penetration of the tanker segment* Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to translate operational knowledge into commercially viable solutions* Represent the company with credibility and authority during customer discussions, audits, and technical evaluations**What we are looking for:*** Former chief engineer or captain with substantial experience onboard tankers* Proven hands-on experience with tank cleaning, preferably within chemical or product tankers* Advanced understanding of tank and hold cleaning methodologies, standards, and operational constraints* Commercially oriented, customer-focused, and solution-driven* Confident communicator able to work directly with customers and internal teams* Previous experience in a consultative, advisory, or cargo-related role is highly desirable* Strong commercial awareness and ability to support sales-oriented discussions* Comfortable operating as a land-based expert while maintaining operational credibility* Fluent English**What We Offer:*** A dynamic, international work environment with a strong team culture* Professional growth through career development and training opportunities* Flexible working arrangements* Competitive benefits include: + Generous annual leave + Competitive compensation package + WSS bonus scheme + Pension and insurance packagesIf this sounds like your next opportunity, we want to hear from you!Apply through our career portal by creating a ‘Candidate Home’ account. Don’t forget to include your **CV** and a short **motivational letter** explaining why you’re the perfect fit.**Application Deadline:** **Contact:** Olivia Tye-Reeve, Senior Recruitment Specialist: #WSS
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