Maintenance Engineer (Maasdam)

At our clients’ production site in Maasdam, over 300 dedicated colleagues produce fresh dairy products daily, including milk, yoghurt, and quark. These high-quality products, made for their in-house brands among others, help ensure that supermarket shelves across the Netherlands are well-stocked. Annually, they process between 100 to 200 million liters of dairy. Their modern distribution center efficiently delivers these products directly to stores nationwide.

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join their Technical Department (TD). This role involves enhancing processes, maintenance practices, and overall departmental performance.

Our client, a Dutch market leader in food and dairy production, has been synonymous with quality since the 1800’s. Specializing in a range of dairy products including milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, and baby formula, the company has earned a reputation for excellence both domestically and internationally. In addition to serving the Dutch market, they supply high-quality ingredients to international food producers and pharmaceutical companies, contributing to its global presence. With a workforce exceeding 20,000 employees, the company exports its products to over 100 countries, demonstrating its commitment to serving diverse markets.

Our client prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture deeply rooted in its heritage. Employees embody traits of openness, friendliness, straightforwardness, and pragmatism, creating a welcoming environment for all. Emphasizing collaboration built on trust and respect, the company encourages a collective spirit marked by the power of ‘We,‘ where team players work together to achieve common goals. At our client, diversity is celebrated as a driving force for growth. The company values the unique perspectives and individual enthusiasm of its people, recognizing that it is the

To be successful as a Maintenance Engineer you bring along the following besides a dose of energy:

• A completed tertiary qualification in Technical Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and/or similar (preferably engineering)

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a comparable position within the process industry, preferably in the food industry

• Knowledge and experience with Maintenance systems and methodologies, such as SAP, FMECA, TPM, RCA

• Excellent communication skills in English & Afrikaans at all levels (oral and written)

• You have the following personal qualities: result-oriented, initiative, analytical, stress-resistant, customer-oriented, accurate, communicative, cooperative, safety-conscious

Our client boasts a unique culture rooted in Dutch traditions, having grown into an international organization with offices worldwide. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence in the dairy industry.

• Relocation package.

• Step-by-step assistance with your relocation processes and covered virtual sessions with our relocation experts.

• Visa application and 30% tax ruling application done by Ir Olav’s Globetrotters on your behalf.

• Great South African community waiting for you in the Netherlands.

• Market related salary.

• 8,33% holiday allowance.

• Dutch Government authorized pension plan activated once you arrive in the Netherlands.

• One on one Dutch lessons up until company requirement where your partner can join lessons for free.

• Company laptop.

• Commitment for indefinite contract with our client 

• Mentoring and coaching until you go over to the payroll of our client

• Great on and offline events to meet your fellow Globetrotters and learn about the Netherlands, hosted by Ir Olav's Globetrotters.

• Pleasant working atmosphere, where you can be and stay yourself.