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At Antal International Greece & Cyprus, our Athens office focuses on Executive Search and specialised recruitment mandates where market access, discretion, judgement and a targeted search methodology are critical.
 
We provide Executive Search across industries, with particular focus on the Engineering discipline and on Maritime/Shipping executive and senior-level mandates across Greece, Cyprus and international markets.
In Engineering, we support clients across industries in identifying senior leaders, specialised technical professionals and hard-to-find talent for roles where precision, technical understanding and a targeted search methodology are essential.
 
In Maritime/Shipping, we support executive, senior-level and specialised hiring mandates across Greece, Cyprus and international markets, covering technical, operational and commercial leadership roles where the quality of the appointment can directly affect performance, continuity and long-term business outcomes.
 
Our Executive Search work also includes C-Level and selected Board Search assignments across industries, where discretion, leadership assessment and direct access to senior talent are central to the mandate.
 
We are typically engaged in hiring situations where:
  • the role is senior, business-critical or highly specialised
  • the talent pool is limited or not actively visible in the market
  • confidentiality is essential
  • successful hiring depends on direct access, credibility and sector understanding
WHO WE ARE
Managing Partner | Greece & Cyprus

Giannis Giannopoulos

Executive Search | Engineering | Maritime/Shipping | C-Level & Board Search
 
Giannis Giannopoulos is the Managing Partner of Antal International Greece & Cyprus and a senior Executive Search Consultant working with organisations across Greece, Cyprus and international markets.
 
His work spans Executive Search across industries, with particular focus on Engineering and Maritime/Shipping, as well as C-Level and selected Board Search assignments. He takes personal ownership and end-to-end responsibility for senior and business-critical search mandates.
 
With an academic background in Mechanical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Giannis brings direct technical understanding to engineering-driven businesses and complex technical and operational hiring environments, including industrial and maritime organisations.
 
He holds a Master of Engineering with a specialisation in Aeronautics and an MBA, and brings more than 25 years’ experience across Executive Search, recruitment and senior commercial roles within multinational organisations, including Citibank, Nestlé, Toyota and Philip Morris International.
 
Combining an Engineering background, senior corporate experience and more than a decade with Antal International, he advises clients on complex hiring decisions, leadership assessment and targeted Executive Search strategies where the cost of a wrong appointment can be significant.
 
Based between Athens and Limassol, he works directly with clients across Greece, Cyprus and international markets.
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Shipping & MaritimeFull time
5 Aug
Dry Bulk Vessel Operator (Voyage Execution | Time Charter | Charter Parties), relocation to Limassol
Athens, Cyprus
Full time
Our client is a leading international shipmanagement organization operating a modern and diversified fleet. As part of its continued growth, the company is looking to recruit an experienced Dry Bulk Vessel Operator to join its commercial operations team. 🌍 Why this opportunity Join a highly professional shipping environment where you'll play a key role in the commercial operation of a dry bulk fleet, working closely with charterers, Masters, port agents, and internal stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of every voyage. 🔎 The Role This is a hands-on commercial operations role, ideal for professionals with proven experience in dry bulk voyage execution who enjoy managing the full operational lifecycle of vessels in a fast-paced international environment. • Manage the day-to-day commercial operation of an assigned dry bulk fleet • Execute voyages under Time Charter agreements • Liaise with charterers, Masters, port agents, and terminals • Monitor voyage performance, weather routing, and operational efficiency • Handle Bills of Lading, cargo documentation, and voyage-related administration • Coordinate port operations and proactively resolve operational issues • Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient, and commercially successful voyage execution 🧠 Your Profile This opportunity is intended for professionals who already have hands-on experience in commercial dry bulk vessel operations. • 3-5 years of experience in Dry Bulk Voyage Execution (Time Charter) • University Degree in Shipping, Maritime Studies, or ICS Diploma • Strong understanding of Charter Parties, dry cargo operations, port operations, and voyage management • Experience with Bills of Lading, cargo documentation, and basic P&I / H&M insurance • Familiarity with Voyage Management Systems (VMS) • Previous seagoing experience will be considered an advantage • Strong communication skills and excellent command of English 🎯 What the role offers • Competitive compensation package • Healthcare coverage • Pension plan • Hybrid working model • Flexible working hours • Paid time off for important life milestones • In-house gym facilities • Subsidized lunch • Long-term career development within an internationally respected shipping organization About the Search This assignment is managed directly by the Managing Partner of Antal Greece & Cyprus, a specialist in Executive Search for the Maritime & Shipping industry, ensuring a confidential and highly focused selection process.
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Industrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
1 Jul
After Sales Service Manager
Athens, Greece
Full time
A leading international organization with a strong presence in technical products, machinery, and equipment is seeking an experienced 'After Sales Service Manager' to lead and continuously enhance its Technical & After Sales Service operations. This is a critical role for an Engineering professional combining technical expertise, operational excellence, customer focus, and team management. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving service performance, optimizing processes, managing technical teams and service partners, and ensuring an excellent after-sales experience across Greece and selected international markets. Your Responsibilities: • Lead and continuously improve the After Sales Service function and operational performance • Develop and optimize service processes, KPIs, and customer experience standards • Manage, coach, and develop the Technical Service team • Oversee authorized service centers and external service partners • Ensure timely and high-quality repair and maintenance services • Monitor spare parts availability and service resources • Collaborate with suppliers and international partners to enhance technical support • Organize technical training programs and support new product introductions • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and report performance to senior management Your Profile: • Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Production, or related Engineering discipline • At least 5 years of experience in Technical Service or After Sales Service, including managerial responsibilities • Experience in service operations, technical support, or workshop/service network environments • Strong leadership, project management, and organizational skills • Experience with ERP / CRM systems • Excellent command of Greek and English The Opportuniτy: This is an excellent opportunity for an Engineering professional to lead and further develop a well-established After Sales Service operation within an international organization, driving operational excellence, technical performance, customer experience, and continuous improvement. This search is managed by a senior Executive Search Consultant specializing in Engineering, with an academic background in Mechanical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens.
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Engineering - Mechanical & IndustrialOil, Gas & EnergyFull time
19 Jun
Senior Industrial Project Manager (CAPEX)
Thiva, Greece
Full time
A leading industrial organization is seeking a 'Senior Project Manager' to support the planning, coordination, and execution of CAPEX and engineering projects within a complex production environment. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and support the execution of CAPEX and engineering projects across multiple disciplines Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental standards throughout all project phases Develop technical specifications and engineering requirements in collaboration with internal departments Support project planning, layout development, and implementation activities (including production layouts) Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure project alignment Maintain project documentation in line with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements Monitor commissioning and qualification activities to ensure contractual and technical compliance Identify and resolve technical issues during project execution in an efficient and structured manner Your Profile: Degree in Engineering and membership of the Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE) Several years of experience in CAPEX-related roles Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or plant environments Strong coordination and project support experience (hands-on project involvement) Familiarity with AutoCAD (plus) Knowledge of MS Project and/or SAP (plus) Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Strong communication skills in Greek and English Why this role: An opportunity to be part of a structured engineering environment where CAPEX and industrial projects directly shape operational performance and plant development. This assignment is managed directly by the Managing Partner of Antal Greece & Cyprus, ensuring a structured and highly focused selection process.
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Engineering - Electrical & ElectronicsIndustrial Equipment & MachineryFull time
18 Jun
Electrical/Automation Engineer (1-2 χρόνια εμπειρίας σε PLC-Siemens/Inverter/HMI)
Oinofyta, Greece
Full time
🚀 Θέλεις να εξελιχθείς στον χώρο του βιομηχανικού αυτοματισμού και να δουλεύεις hands-on με PLC, SCADA και σύγχρονες γραμμές παραγωγής; Ο πελάτης μας, κορυφαίος προμηθευτής βιομηχανικών πρώτων υλών αλουμινίου υψηλής ποιότητας, αναζητά 'Μηχανικό Αυτοματισμού' για το τμήμα συντήρησης οργανωμένης βιομηχανικής μονάδας στα Οινόφυτα, με ενεργό ρόλο τόσο σε έργα αυτοματισμού όσο και στην καθημερινή λειτουργία του εργοστασίου. 🔧 Οι αρμοδιότητές σου: • Συμμετοχή σε νέα έργα εγκατάστασης και αναβάθμισης αυτοματισμών • Υποστήριξη στην αποκατάσταση βλαβών εξοπλισμού αυτοματισμού (PLC, HMI, αισθητήρες, Inverters) • Προγραμματισμός PLC (TIA Portal) και SCADA • Συνεργασία με τα τμήματα συντήρησης και παραγωγής για τη βελτίωση της απόδοσης των μηχανημάτων • Παρακολούθηση ανταλλακτικών ηλεκτρολογικού εξοπλισμού (spare parts) αποθήκης 🎓 Το προφίλ σου: • Πτυχίο Ηλεκτρολόγου Μηχανικού ή Μηχανικού Αυτοματισμού (ΑΕΙ / ΤΕΙ) • Βασικές γνώσεις προγραμματισμού PLC / HMI (SIEMENS) • Ικανότητα διάγνωσης και επίλυσης τεχνικών προβλημάτων • Δυνατότητα ανάγνωσης ηλεκτρολογικών σχεδίων • Διάθεση για μάθηση, εξέλιξη και ομαδική συνεργασία 🧩 Επιπλέον προσόντα που θα εκτιμηθούν: • Γνώση λογισμικών AUTOCAD ή SEE Electrical • Εξοικείωση με αισθητήρες, κινητήρες AC/DC, Servo • Βασική γνώση βιομηχανικών δικτύων (Profibus, Profinet κ.λπ.) 🎯 Τι προσφέρει ο ρόλος: • Ευκαιρίες εξέλιξης σε πραγματικό βιομηχανικό περιβάλλον • Hands-on εμπειρία σε σύγχρονες εγκαταστάσεις αυτοματισμού • Σταθερό πλαίσιο εργασίας με οργανωμένη και υποστηρικτική ομάδα
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Industrial Equipment & MachineryManufacturing & ProductionFull time
18 Jun
Automation Manager (Polytechnic school a strong asset), based in Voiotia
Thiva, Greece
Full time
Our Client is a world-leading manufacturer in the Oil & Gas Industry. Due to continuous growth and expansion, they are seeking an experienced Automation Manager to lead automation maintenance operations within a large-scale industrial manufacturing environment. Your Responsibilities: • Lead and coordinate all Automation Maintenance activities across the plant. • Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. • Drive equipment reliability and availability through effective maintenance strategies. • Lead troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root cause analysis to minimize downtime. • Manage automation improvement, modification, and capital investment projects. • Optimize maintenance resources to support operational excellence. • Supervise contractors and external service providers, ensuring quality, safety, and cost control. • Coordinate major maintenance activities, shutdowns, and plant projects. • Support annual maintenance planning and budgeting activities. • Lead, coach, and develop automation maintenance teams, fostering a strong safety and performance culture. Your Profile: • Bachelor's Degree in Automation Engineering or a related field. • Minimum 8 years of experience in industrial automation maintenance. • Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing or process industry environment. • Strong expertise in automation systems maintenance and troubleshooting. • Experience with ERP / CMMS platforms (SAP will be considered an asset). • Good command of the English language. • Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills. • High level of accountability, integrity, and operational discipline.
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Technology & Internet ServicesFull time
8 Jun
Industrial Data & Digital Transformation Engineer
Greece
Full time
We are supporting a leading industrial organization in identifying a Digital Transformation Engineer to contribute to its data-driven transformation across production and operations. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and advanced analytics, focusing on turning complex industrial data into tangible improvements in efficiency, performance, and decision-making. Your Responsibilities: Analyze large-scale industrial datasets to identify trends and optimization opportunities Develop machine learning models for predictive maintenance, process improvement, and resource efficiency Support initiatives around energy optimization and raw material consumption Build and maintain data pipelines ensuring data quality and availability Translate analytical insights into actionable solutions for engineering and operations teams Collaborate closely with cross-functional stakeholders to embed data-driven solutions into daily operations Your Profile: Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or related field 1–3 years of experience in Data Science, ideally within an industrial environment Strong skills in Python and SQL (R is a plus) Experience with machine learning libraries (e.g. scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) Exposure to data engineering and/or big data tools (Spark, Hadoop, Kafka) is a plus Ability to connect data insights with real operational impact Strong communication skills and fluency in Greek & English Why this role: A strong opportunity to work on real industrial use cases where data and machine learning directly impact production and operational performance. This assignment is managed directly by a senior Executive Search Consultant, ensuring a focused and high-quality selection process.
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Oil, Gas & EnergyFull time
8 Jun
Project Engineer – CAPEX & Industrial Projects
Greece
Full time
A leading industrial organization is seeking a 'Project Engineer' to support the planning, coordination, and execution of CAPEX and engineering projects within a complex production environment. The role sits within the New Projects & Engineering function and plays a key part in delivering multidisciplinary technical projects that directly impact plant performance, efficiency, and operational capability. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and support the execution of CAPEX and engineering projects across multiple disciplines Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental standards throughout all project phases Develop technical specifications and engineering requirements in collaboration with internal departments Support project planning, layout development, and implementation activities (including production layouts) Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure project alignment Maintain project documentation in line with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements Monitor commissioning and qualification activities to ensure contractual and technical compliance Identify and resolve technical issues during project execution in an efficient and structured manner Your Profile: Degree in Engineering and membership of the Technical Chamber of Greece (TEE) 3–5 years of experience in engineering, project execution, or CAPEX-related roles Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or plant environments Strong coordination and project support experience (hands-on project involvement) Familiarity with AutoCAD (plus) Knowledge of MS Project and/or SAP (plus) Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Strong communication skills in Greek and English Why this role: An opportunity to be part of a structured engineering environment where CAPEX and industrial projects directly shape operational performance and plant development. This assignment is managed directly by the Managing Partner of Antal Greece & Cyprus, ensuring a structured and highly focused selection process.
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Civil Engineering & ConstructionFull time
8 Jun
Port & Marine Construction Project Manager
Greece
Full time
A leading industrial group with an established international presence is seeking an experienced 'Project Manager' to lead the execution of a large-scale marine and industrial infrastructure project in Attica. This is a high-impact role involving the construction of marine works, storage infrastructure, and associated industrial facilities within a complex operational and regulatory environment. The successful candidate will oversee the full project lifecycle, coordinating engineering partners, contractors, authorities, and technical stakeholders to ensure successful delivery in terms of safety, quality, compliance, timeline, and budget. Key Responsibilities: Lead the execution of marine works, including jetty infrastructure, unloading platforms, pipelines, dredging, and associated facilities Coordinate contractors, engineering firms, marine specialists, and technical partners Oversee construction activities, schedules, budgets, reporting, and project controls Ensure compliance with environmental, HSE, and permitting requirements Liaise with authorities, port services, consultants, and internal stakeholders Support commissioning, testing, and final project handover Drive safe project execution within a demanding industrial environment Your Profile: Degree in Civil, Coastal, Marine, Mechanical Engineering or related field 8+ years of experience in marine, port, industrial, or heavy infrastructure projects Strong exposure to marine construction activities such as jetty works, piling, dredging, or coastal infrastructure Good understanding of HSE, environmental compliance, and permitting processes Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary technical teams Ability to operate effectively in complex site-based environments Fluency in Greek and English Availability to work on-site in the Lavrio area on a long-term basis Why this opportunity: An opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a strategically important industrial infrastructure project with significant technical complexity and long-term impact. This assignment is managed directly by the Managing Partner of Antal Greece & Cyprus, ensuring a focused and highly selective process.
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Oil, Gas & EnergyFull time
8 Jun
Planning and S&OP Manager
Greece
Full time
A leading industrial organization is seeking an experienced 'Planning and S&OP Manager' to lead production planning, material availability, scheduling execution, and inventory optimization across a complex manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in aligning production, procurement, logistics, and commercial operations to ensure efficient supply execution, high service levels, and optimized inventory performance. The successful candidate will lead planning operations, drive cross-functional coordination, and support the continuous enhancement of planning systems, processes, and operational visibility. Key Responsibilities: Lead production planning and scheduling activities across short- and mid-term horizons Ensure effective material availability and inventory optimization aligned with operational and commercial requirements Drive planning execution through ERP/MRP and scheduling systems, including SAP and related planning tools Coordinate closely with production, procurement, logistics, and commercial teams to balance demand and capacity Support and enhance the S&OP process, translating forecasts into executable production plans Monitor planning KPIs, including OTIF, inventory performance, adherence, and scheduling efficiency Identify and mitigate operational risks related to capacity, materials, and supply continuity Lead planning process improvements, system upgrades, and cross-functional planning initiatives Candidate Profile: Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field 8–10 years of experience in industrial production planning or supply chain planning Previous managerial experience within manufacturing or industrial operations Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems, ideally SAP Exposure to S&OP environments and production scheduling processes Strong analytical and operational decision-making skills Ability to lead cross-functional coordination in dynamic production environments Fluency in Greek and English Why this role: An opportunity to lead planning operations within a demanding industrial environment where planning accuracy, operational coordination, and supply continuity directly impact business performance. This search is managed by a senior Executive Search Consultant with a core executive search focus and an academic background in Engineering.
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Manufacturing & ProductionFull time
4 Feb
Senior HSE Engineer (state of the art manufacturing plant)
Greece
Full time
Our Client is a world-leading manufacturer for the Oil and Gas Industry and the Construction Sector. For their growing operations in Viotia, they are searching for a ‘Senior Health, Safety & Environmental Engineer’ to ensure the development and implementation of a robust Health, Safety, and Environmental strategy. Your responsibilities: Ensure the Plant adopts the highest standards and approach to HSE matters and that employee welfare is at a high level. Manage and carry out regular HSE audits and inspections ensuring timely closure of all identified actions. Be responsible for the overall planning, application, control, and check of the HSE standards and their certification process. Identify legal and other requirements (e.g. ISO) and acknowledges all necessary steps for the company's compliance to them. Coordinate HSE incidents investigation process ensuring all incidents are investigated and appropriate corrective and preventive actions are implemented. Ensure proper HSE training of all employees. Manage contractors and ensure that they comply with the relevant legal and other HSE requirements. Your profile: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. At least 3-5 years of professional experience in the industrial sector. Excellent command of Greek and English language (written and spoken). Computer literate. Strong analytical and communications skills.
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