Advance Your Engineering Career in the Netherlands!!

We’re searching for skilled Maintenance Malfunction Engineers to join a dynamic and innovative team in Almere. This is an exciting opportunity to work with state-of-the-art machinery in a family-owned company that has been a leader in the food industry for over 130 years. Here, you’ll support a robust production facility, playing a critical role in keeping operations running smoothly.

Where You’ll Work

This opportunity is based at the company’s largest packaging facility in Almere, spanning 30,000 m². You’ll join a close-knit team of 17, reporting to the Team Leader of Corrective Maintenance within the Technical Department. As a family-owned business, this company has a deep-rooted passion for food and quality, with a 2,000-member workforce dedicated to producing top-tier cheese, dairy, and tapas products for customers worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As the Maintenance Malfunction Engineer, you’ll ensure the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of 20 unique production lines. The key expectations will include:

• Troubleshooting & Repairs:
  • Identify and resolve mechanical and electrical malfunctions, restoring equipment functionality quickly.
• Preventive Maintenance:
  • Conduct scheduled maintenance to keep the machinery in peak condition.
• Optimization:
  • Modify and improve systems to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Collaboration:
  • Work closely with production staff to diagnose issues and oversee contractors to ensure top-quality maintenance.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Use your technical expertise to propose and implement optimizations that align with quality and efficiency goals.

You will work within a 5-shift rotation:

• Morning Shift:                  06:00 AM - 02:00 PM (2 days)
• Afternoon Shift:               02:00 PM - 10:00 PM (2 days)
• Night Shift:                        10:00 PM - 06:00 AM (2 days)

After these rotations, you’ll enjoy 4 consecutive days off, giving you a balanced work-life schedule!

What’s On Offer

In addition to a supportive work environment and growth opportunities, you’ll benefit from:

• A Highly Competitive Salary:
  • Up to ZAR900 000 per year, based on your experience.
• Shift Allowance:
  • Average shift allowance of 28.33% added to your gross monthly salary for working irregular hours.
• Permanent Contract:
  • Security with a permanent position in a stable and growing company.
• Travel Allowance:
  • Receive €0.23 per km for commuting.
• Holiday Benefits:
  • 8% holiday allowance and 24 vacation days per year, with options to buy or sell extra days.
• Extensive Secondary Benefits:
  • Including a good pension plan, participation in a bicycle plan, and access to online training through GoodHabitz for you and your family.
• Dynamic Work Culture:
  • Enjoy a flat organizational structure where everyone’s voice is heard, along with an active employee association that hosts events with top artists.

NB! Due to the Knowledge Migrant Law of the Netherlands, this role is limited to applicants up to 30 yrs old.

Who You Are

• Technically Skilled:
  • Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (W/E) with a completed MBO level 3 or higher (N4) in a relevant field like Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

• A Problem-Solver:
  • Adept at identifying root causes of malfunctions and implementing solutions.

• Possess Language & Communication Proficiency:
  • Fluent in Afrikaans. This is not negotiable. 
  • Dutch speakers will have a significant advantage.  Dutch Language lessons are however provided to boost your learning.

• Flexible & Adaptable:
  • Comfortable working in a 5-shift system, including weekends as required.

To apply, please:

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If you’re meet the criteria above, and you're ready for an adventure in the Netherlands, we want to hear from you! Take the next step in your career with us—apply today.