Maintenance Technician

We are currently seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to join a professional industrial team in IJmuiden, the Netherlands. This position is ideal for a technically skilled professional with a strong background in electrical and mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and industrial equipment repairs.

The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining the reliability, safety, and efficiency of production machinery and industrial systems. We are looking for someone who can identify technical issues, carry out preventive maintenance, and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.

Location: IJmuiden, the Netherlands
Start date: As soon as possible
Position: Maintenance Technician
Work environment: Industrial production facility
Salary: Up to €750 net per week
Payment frequency: Weekly

Key Responsibilities

Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting

• Diagnose, identify, and resolve electrical and mechanical faults in industrial machinery and equipment.

• Use appropriate measuring instruments, diagnostic equipment, and hand tools to identify the root causes of technical problems.

• Respond to equipment breakdowns and minimise production downtime.

• Carry out repairs safely and efficiently.

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

• Perform scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance on industrial equipment.

• Maintain mechanical, electrical, and E&I (Electrical and Instrumentation) systems.

• Identify worn or damaged components and arrange timely replacement.

• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase reliability and operational efficiency.

Machinery Repairs and Technical Improvements

• Repair industrial machinery and production equipment.

• Replace defective or worn components.

• Manufacture or adapt small customised parts when required.

• Support the installation, testing, modification, and commissioning of equipment.

Collaboration and Technical Projects

• Work closely with colleagues, production teams, and external technical specialists.

• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and improvement projects.

• Communicate technical issues clearly and contribute to effective problem-solving.

• Ensure maintenance activities are completed within the required timeframes.

Documentation, Quality, and Safety

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including working hours, materials used, repairs completed, and technical updates.

• Follow applicable health, safety, and environmental procedures.

• Work in accordance with relevant HSE, GMP, and HACCP requirements applicable to the facility.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome applications from experienced maintenance technicians, industrial electricians with mechanical maintenance skills, and technically skilled professionals who can work independently and contribute to a reliable production environment.

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity in the Netherlands, we would be pleased to hear from you.

NB Recruitment recruits candidates who have the legal right to work in the Netherlands as EU citizens. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:

• Previous professional experience as a Maintenance Technician or in a similar industrial technical position.

• Strong practical knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.

• Experience diagnosing faults and repairing industrial machinery.

• Ability to use measuring instruments, diagnostic equipment, and hand tools.

• Understanding of preventive maintenance procedures.

• A responsible, independent, and solution-oriented approach to work.

• Good awareness of workplace safety and technical procedures.

• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

• Own car is essential for commuting to the workplace.

• Availability to start as soon as possible.

• Salary of up to €750 net per week, depending on the applicable working arrangements and individual circumstances.

• Free single-room accommodation provided.

• Free health insurance provided.

• Weekly salary payments.

• Long-term employment opportunity.

• Opportunities for professional development and technical training.

• Own car is mandatory due to the commute of approximately 20 minutes to the workplace.