Hi, I'm Jaap Reijngoudt - 2nd officer at Jan De Nul Group
I am driven by a deep-rooted passion for the sea and maritime excellence. I thrive in high-stakes operational environments where safety and precision define our success and every challenge requires a calm hand.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Gained extensive operational experience as a deckhand and cadet before graduating from HZ University.
Currently serves as a 2nd Officer at Jan De Nul Group, specializing in dredging and maritime navigation.
Can provide expert guidance on maritime education, vessel safety protocols, and commercial shipping operational standards.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Apprenticeship
Started as a deckhand gaining raw industry experience at DC Dredging.
✦ Deckhand
✦ Field Experience
Academic & Cadet Training
Balanced intensive HZ University studies with international internships at Holland America Line.
✦ Maritime Academy
✦ Cadet
Licensed Officer Command
Transitioned into key officer roles with Fairplay Towage and Jan De Nul Group.
✦ Officer
✦ Towage
✦ Dredging
💪🏻 Superpowers
Versatile Maritime Expertise
Bridging passenger luxury and heavy-duty industrial dredging operations.
✦ Mastered complex operational requirements of diverse maritime fleets.
✦ Demonstrated agility in navigating between passenger and dredging sectors.
✦ Successfully translated internship learning into frontline leadership.
Safety-First Leadership
Applying rigorous nautical training to ensure vessel performance.
✦ Maintains stringent safety compliance across all shipboard activities.
✦ Coordinates deck operations to maximize team performance and efficiency.
✦ Execute technical navigation tasks with precision and reliability.
Career Foundation Growth
Building a structured professional path through deep industry immersion.
✦ Progressed from entry-level deckhand to licensed maritime officer.
✦ Leveraged formal education alongside intensive offshore field training.
✦ Cultivated a deep understanding of global maritime logistics standards.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring advanced technologies within the maritime and shipping logistics sector.
✦ Connecting with experts to discuss the future of sustainable maritime operations.
✦ Finding new avenues to leverage my nautical expertise in emerging shipping markets.
I can help with
✦ Providing mentorship to aspiring maritime students looking to enter the industry.
✦ Sharing operational best practices for deck management and vessel safety.
✦ Offering insights on the transition from maritime education to commercial shipping careers.
I would love your help on
✦ Gaining perspective on transitioning from strictly operational roles to shore-based logistics.
✦ Learning about networking strategies for long-term professional growth in global shipping.
✦ Connecting with industry peers who have successfully balanced sea and shore-based careers.