Electrical Technician Jobs in the Netherlands
Electrical Technician – Field Maintenance & Modification Job in the Netherlands
```Celoria Recruitment Solutions is recruiting an experienced Electrical Technician – Field Maintenance & Modification for rail-sector projects in the Netherlands. This role is suitable for electrical fitters and technicians with experience in maintenance, modification, refurbishment, damage repair, wiring, cable routing, crimping, torqueing, and electrical installation work.
You will work on trains, trams and metros at different project locations, with a base around Ridderkerk / Rotterdam. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with permanent employment and a salary between €3,500 and €4,000 gross per month, depending on experience.
Job Overview
```About the Company and Rail Projects
```You will join a worldwide rail-sector company that works on trains, trams and metros and delivers maintenance, modernisation and breakdown services. The work can include short damage-repair assignments, longer refurbishment projects, overhauls, and modification work on rail vehicles.
As a Field Maintenance & Modification Technician, you may work independently or as part of a team, directly on customer sites or internal project locations. Some assignments may also take place outside the Netherlands, depending on project planning and business needs.
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced electrical fitter or technician who enjoys practical work, variety, responsibility, and technical projects in an international rail environment.
```Your Role as an Electrical Technician
```As an Electrical Technician – Field Maintenance & Modification, you are responsible for electrical maintenance and modification work on rail vehicles. You work project-based with a strong focus on quality, safety, accuracy, and reliable delivery.
The work is suitable for candidates who have experience with electrical systems, wiring, panel building, cable routing, crimping, torqueing, testing, repair work, and technical modifications. You must be comfortable working at different project sites and adapting to different rail-vehicle assignments.
```Job Responsibilities
```- Perform electrical maintenance and modification work on rail vehicles, including trains, trams and metros.
- Install, test and repair electrical systems, wiring, components and related assemblies.
- Work with techniques such as torqueing, crimping, cable routing, wiring and panel building.
- Support refurbishment, damage repair, overhaul and modernisation projects.
- Collaborate with internal project teams and customer teams on-site.
- Follow technical instructions, project requirements, safety rules and quality standards.
- Work accurately with tools, materials and technical procedures used in rail-vehicle environments.
- Report progress, issues and technical observations clearly to the relevant team or supervisor.
Job Requirements
```- MBO Level 3 diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar technical field.
- Several years of experience as an electrical fitter, electrical technician, field technician, maintenance technician, or similar.
- Experience with electrical maintenance, modification, installation, testing or repair work.
- Able to work independently and take responsibility for the quality of your work.
- Quality-oriented, safety-conscious and accurate in practical technical tasks.
- Good command of Dutch for communication, instructions and project-site work.
- Driving licence B.
- Willingness to work at different project locations, sometimes internationally.
- Valid right to work in the Netherlands, such as an EU passport/ID card or a valid Dutch work permit.
Nice to Have Skills
```The following skills are a plus. You do not need to have all of them before applying, because some certification or training may be provided depending on the project and employer requirements.
- Torqueing and crimping experience.
- Bonding and sealing according to EAB standards.
- Experience with Huck rivets.
- Experience applying paint systems.
- Specialised experience in sealing, painting or one specific technical craft within rail-vehicle work.
Are you specialised mainly in sealing or painting? You are still encouraged to apply if you have strong craftsmanship, relevant practical experience and motivation to work in a rail-sector environment.
```Salary, Benefits and Practical Details
```The salary for this Electrical Technician role is between €3,500 and €4,000 gross per month, depending on your experience and final employment conditions. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with permanent employment.
The job also includes strong secondary benefits, including allowances for overtime and irregular shifts, 27 holiday days and 13 ADV days per year, and employment conditions according to the Metalelektro CAO.
Accommodation is not stated in the vacancy information provided. If you are relocating or need practical support, discuss this with the recruiter before accepting the offer so the final conditions are clear in advance.
```Work Locations
```You will work at different locations depending on the project. The base is around Ridderkerk / Rotterdam, with additional project locations possible in the Netherlands and sometimes abroad.
- Rotterdam: maintenance and overhaul of locomotives and wagons.
- Ridderkerk: interior work on rail vehicles.
- Amsterdam: introduction and rollout work for the new ICNG Intercity.
What We Offer
```- Salary between €3,500 and €4,000 gross per month, depending on experience.
- Full-time work: 40 hours per week.
- Permanent employment.
- Allowances for overtime and irregular shifts.
- 27 holiday days and 13 ADV days per year.
- Unique projects in an international rail environment.
- Growth and development opportunities.
- Dynamic workplace with committed colleagues.
- Employment conditions according to the Metalelektro CAO.
- Recruiter support during the application and screening process.
Who Is This Job Best For?
```This Electrical Technician job is best for experienced electrical fitters, electrical technicians, maintenance technicians and mechatronics professionals who want a stable technical role in the Netherlands and enjoy working on varied rail-sector projects.
The best candidates are independent, responsible, quality-oriented and practical. You should be comfortable working with technical instructions, electrical systems, wiring, tools and safety procedures in a project-based environment.
Because a good command of Dutch is required, this vacancy is especially suitable for Dutch-speaking technical candidates or candidates already comfortable working in Dutch-speaking project environments.
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Apply for an Electrical Technician Job in the Netherlands
```Send your CV if you have experience as an electrical fitter, electrical technician, maintenance technician, mechatronics technician, or field technician and you are interested in rail-vehicle maintenance and modification work in the Netherlands.
FAQ: Electrical Technician Jobs in the Netherlands
```What does an Electrical Technician – Field Maintenance & Modification do?
An Electrical Technician in this role performs electrical maintenance, repair, testing and modification work on rail vehicles such as trains, trams and metros. The work can include wiring, cable routing, crimping, torqueing, panel building and electrical system repairs.
Where is this Electrical Technician job located?
The base is around Ridderkerk / Rotterdam, with work at different project sites depending on the assignment. Projects can also take place in locations such as Rotterdam, Ridderkerk and Amsterdam, and sometimes internationally.
How much does this Electrical Technician job pay?
The salary range is €3,500 to €4,000 gross per month, depending on experience and final employment conditions. The role also includes allowances for overtime and irregular shifts.
Is this a permanent job?
Yes. The vacancy information states permanent employment with a 40-hour work week.
Do I need Dutch for this Electrical Technician job?
Yes. A good command of Dutch is required for this vacancy because the work involves communication, safety instructions and project-site coordination in a Dutch-speaking environment.
What education do I need?
The role requires an MBO Level 3 diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a similar technical field.
Do I need a driving licence?
Yes. A driving licence B is required because the role involves work at different project locations.
Does this job include accommodation?
Accommodation is not stated in the vacancy information provided. If you need accommodation or relocation support, discuss this with the recruiter during screening before accepting the offer.
Can sealing or painting specialists apply?
Yes. Candidates specialised mainly in sealing or painting are also encouraged to apply if they have strong craftsmanship and relevant practical experience for rail-vehicle projects.
What benefits are included?
The offer includes 27 holiday days, 13 ADV days per year, overtime and irregular-shift allowances, growth opportunities, and employment conditions according to the Metalelektro CAO.