Lead Electrical Technician - Industry

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Alewijnse is seeking a Lead Electrical Technician to maintain and service electrical installations at a fixed meat processing site, combining hands-on technical work with team leadership and acting as the main on-site contact, with occasional shifted hours or weekend work. You’ll troubleshoot motors, PLCs and frequency inverters, supervise the shop floor, and plan and monitor tasks while ensuring safe, efficient execution. The role offers independence and impact, with a salary of 3460 to 4000 euros per month, overtime, 25 holiday days plus 13 ADV days, training, a PMT pension and Metal & Engineering CLA, plus WeConnect perks. Requirements: MBO-3 in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation, 5+ years in industrial electrical systems, NEN1010 and NEN3140, flexible, strong communicator, valid B license. Tips: tailor your CV to showcase leadership, measurable results, and client liaison; highlight PLC and motor experience and readiness for shift work.

What will you do?

Alongside a team of electricians and apprentices, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and servicing electrical installations at a fixed site for a client in the meat processing industry. No two days are the same: you’ll combine hands-on technical work with leadership, guiding your team and acting as the primary contact on site. Some tasks may take place on shifted schedules or during weekends (occasionally).

Your responsibilities include:

• Hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting, including motors, PLCs and frequency inverters

• Leading and supervising your team on the shop floor

• Preparing, distributing, and monitoring tasks and progress

• Acting as the first point of contact for both the client and colleagues

• Ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all work

What do we offer you?

You’ll work on unique industrial projects in a fixed location, with plenty of independence and impact. In return, we offer excellent conditions and opportunities for development.

You can expect:

• A salary between €3460 and €4000 per month (full-time)

• Overtime compensation

• 25 holiday days + 13 ADV days

• Personal development through training and mentoring

• Pension scheme via PMT

• Employment conditions as per the Metal & Engineering CLA

And there’s more:
With WeConnect, you stay connected with colleagues. Think: sports activities, a staff association, a company webshop and many other perks.

Who are you?

You are an experienced professional with a passion for both technology and people. You know how to motivate others, maintain high work standards, and ensure a safe working environment. You’re eager to grow into a leadership role.

You bring:

• A level 3 vocational diploma (MBO-3) in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Automation

• At least 5 years of experience in industrial electrical systems

• Familiarity with standards such as NEN1010 and NEN3140

• A flexible attitude to work and availability

• Strong communication skills

• A valid driving licence (category B)

Requirements

Do you have experience in electrical engineering and the ambition to lead a team? At Alewijnse, you’ll have the opportunity to step up as a working foreman – sharing your expertise and developing your leadership skills. Together with your team, you’ll ensure reliable installations in an industrial environment where technology never stands still.