Allround Maintenance Technician

Are you a hands-on technician who enjoys mechanical work and takes pride in precision? In this role, you contribute directly to the reliability of heavy industrial production systems. You work both in a well-equipped workshop and on-site at a major industrial plant, ensuring critical components perform at their best.

Description

As an Allround Maintenance Technician, you work primarily from the workshop while also performing preventive maintenance on-site at a large industrial production facility. You and your colleagues are responsible for maintaining and improving transport roller systems essential to the production process.

Your responsibilities include:

• Dismantling and assembling transport rollers;
• Performing mechanical overhauls and component revisions;
• Replacing bearings and worn components;
• Conducting measurements and completing inspection reports;
• Working with induction equipment and hydraulic pullers;
• Operating cranes and forklifts (training provided if required)
• Performing preventive maintenance on production machinery.

Requirements

To succeed in this role, you combine strong mechanical skills with a hands-on mindset and a genuine passion for technical work. You take ownership of your tasks, work accurately, and contribute positively to your team.

• Qualified Red Seal Artisan (e.g. Fitter, Millwright or similar mechanical trade);
• Experience in mechanical maintenance within an industrial or heavy engineering environment;
• Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence working with rotating equipment;
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and share knowledge;
• Proactive and results-driven attitude;
• Willingness to obtain Dutch safety certifications where required.
• English and Afrikaans proficiency with a willingness to learn Dutch.

What we offer

At Employ IR, we provide you with the space and freedom for your own initiative and development. We believe it is important that you can apply your expertise within our organization. There is plenty of room to develop yourself and advance your career. Additionally, we offer:

• Salary between €4.357 – €5.000 gross per month, depending on experience.
• Employ IR covers work-related and relocation costs.
• 8.33% holiday allowance on top of your annual salary.
• 27 vacation days per year.
• Company car (also available for private use).
• A solid pension scheme for a secure future.
• Opportunities for career growth and additional courses.
• A stimulating work environment focused on team spirit, safety, and innovation.

About the client

Our client is a engineering and technical consultancy firm specializing in the design, construction, maintenance, and optimization of industrial production processes. They operate across sectors such as manufacturing, process, food, and pharmaceuticals, offering integrated services from engineering and project management to predictive maintenance and shutdown optimization. With around 250–500 employees, they support clients nationwide through multiple offices, including this branch in Veendam.

More information

About Employ IR

Employ IR connects skilled South African professionals with leading technical employers in the Netherlands. We guide you through the entire relocation and placement process, ensuring a smooth transition into your new role and environment.

Interested?

Are you ready to bring your civil engineering expertise to high-impact infrastructure projects in the Netherlands? Apply now for this vacancy.

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