Maintenance Technician (Cargo Handling Systems)

About the job

You keep the Cargo Handling Systems at Schiphol airport running. This is where technical work meets logistics. You use your technical knowledge and problem-solving skills to fix faults quickly and carry out inspections on time. After a thorough onboarding period, you join the on-call rota so the systems stay up 24/7.

What you'll do

• Diagnose and fix faults: you get the Cargo Handling Systems back up and running as fast as possible.
• Carry out inspections: you do both preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Work with technical documentation: you use diagrams and technical drawings to find and fix problems.
• Repair and replace parts: you work on electrical and hydraulic components.
• Take part in improvement projects: you spot technical improvements and help build the solutions.

What we ask

• A completed technical education in mechanics, electrical engineering, or mechatronics.
• At least 1 year of experience in machine maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems is a plus.
• Willingness to join the 24/7 on-call rota.
• Good command of Dutch or English.

What we offer

• Gross salary between €2,800 and €4,200 per month.
• Fixed-term contract with the prospect of a permanent position.
• Working week of 36 to 40 hours.
• 26 days of annual leave and 8% vakantiegeld (holiday allowance, a statutory extra payment on top of your salary).
• Flexible hours on day shifts.
• Broad training options, including NEN 3140 (Dutch electrical safety certification) and hydraulics.

How to apply

Register using the application form on our website.