Vacature Train Maintenance Technician in Venlo bij Olympia

• Venlo
• MBO
• Technisch / bouw

Vacature omschrijving

Our client is a technical company based in Nijkerk that acquired a new facility in Blerick in 2020. They have initiated a project for the Arriva, and are currently seeking technical experts. The company is committed to achieving maximum uptime at the lowest possible lifecycle costs. The main activities involve the maintenance and repair of rail vehicles and all associated systems. They provide comprehensive services to transport companies, maintenance services, and manufacturers, ensuring 24/7 support for their clients on-site or in their own workshop. The project you will be working on involves the repair and revision of approximately 25 Arriva trains, requiring the renewal of parts and repainting.

The Blerick facility is located by the railway and is easily accessible by bike, car, and public transportation. They offer travel expense reimbursement, making it convenient for individuals commuting from the municipalities of Roermond, Venray, and Peel en Maas.

Are you looking for a new challenge where you can apply your technical skills in a fascinating sector? Are you a fan of trains and did you have a model train layout in the past? If so, then this job opportunity is tailor-made for you. If you didn't have a train layout, no worries – as long as you have a passion for working with trains, feel free to apply.

As a technical employee or E/W mechanic, you'll ensure the smooth operation of the most beautiful trains on a daily basis. The tasks are diverse and include assembling parts in the train, wiring systems, electrical work, and much more. All these activities take place on the premises of our client in Blerick.

During your training period, you'll be guided by experienced colleagues who will teach you the tricks of the trade. You also have the opportunity to advance to become an electrical or mechanical mechanic in the long run. If you already have experience in these roles, you can directly step into this position and expand your responsibilities. Even if you have no prior experience with trains but possess technical expertise, this company offers opportunities for growth. The work is highly varied due to the different clients and train models you'll encounter. No day is the same during this project.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Maintaining installations under the guidance of experienced colleagues.
• Performing repairs and diagnosing problems.
• Documenting and keeping records of the completed tasks.
• Conducting initial checks at the beginning of your shift.

The current project runs until mid-October, after that the scope is still unclear. So for now, the guarantee is work until then, but with possibilities for longer.

In addition to being technically proficient, you identify with the following:

• You are fluent in Dutch or English.
• You are a hands-on individual and can work independently.
• You can collaborate within a team, including both experienced and less experienced colleagues, and have the ability to motivate them.

You can expect the following benefits:

• A salary between €16,35 and €17,31 conform schale C in accordance with CAO Kleinmetaal;
• Reimbursement for travel expenses between your residence and workplace of maximum €175 per month;
• A full-time position on a temporary contract through Olympia until at least October 19th 2025;
• Daytime work with occasional evening shifts, although these are infrequent.
• You will receive 8% holiday pay and 25 vacation days per year.
• Company-provided work attire to ensure you always look your best.
• A varied role within a friendly team in an exciting industry.