Control Room Specialist

Proactive Global; Duiven; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Control Room Specialist in Duiven, the Netherlands, to support a highly automated logistics hub. You will monitor SCADA-enabled conveyors and material handling systems, coordinate maintenance, and ensure safe, reliable operation during rotating shifts.

The role requires 3–5 years in maintenance, automation, or SCADA, with a strong electrical/electromechanical background and fluency in English and Dutch.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in maintenance, automation, controls, or SCADA.
• Technical background in electrical/electromechanical engineering.
• Experience in control room or automation roles with SCADA.
• Fluent in English and Dutch; knowledge of CMMS tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SCADA-driven conveyor and material handling systems during live sorting.
• Respond to alarms and coordinate Field Service Engineers to troubleshoot issues.
• Provide local and remote troubleshooting across automation and mechanical systems.
• Maintain records of breakdowns, maintenance, spare parts, LOTO procedures, and safety checks.
• Mentor technicians and coordinate small technical projects on-site.
• Use IBM Maximo CMMS for maintenance reporting and admin processes.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of sorting systems during shifts.

Skills

Maintenance

Automation

SCADA

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

On-site operations

Problem solving

Education

MBO or equivalent in electrical/electronic/automation

Tools

IBM Maximo

Job description

Control Room Specialist

Location: Duiven, Netherlands (with occasional support in Elst, on demand)
Type of employment: Full time
Working pattern: On-site, rotating 3-shift schedule (day, afternoon & night), Monday-Saturday

We are seeking an experienced Control Room Specialist with a strong background in automation, maintenance, and SCADA systems to support a highly automated logistics hub.

The successful candidate will provide technical and operational support during sorting operations, monitor automation systems, coordinate on-site maintenance teams, and ensure the safe and effective performance of conveyor and material handling systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage conveyor and material handling equipment through SCADA systems during live sorting operations


• Actively respond to system alarms, signals, and operational issues, coordinating Field Service Engineers and Technicians to troubleshoot and resolve incidents


• Provide local and remote troubleshooting support across automation, electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and mechanical systems


• Support the maintenance and operation of automated material handling systems, including conveyors, bearings, shafts, rollers, and other mechanical components


• Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of sorting systems during operational shifts


• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and support to Regular and Senior Technicians on-site


• Assess technical work and provide guidance on both maintenance execution and administrative close-out


• Support planning and engineering activities related to material handling and facility systems


• Manage and coordinate small technical projects and local vendors when required


• Maintain accurate records of breakdowns, maintenance activities, spare parts usage, LOTO procedures, toolbox meetings, and other technical activities


• Use and maintain IBM Maximo CMMS for maintenance reporting and administrative processes


• Support inventory and spare parts management


• Identify system anomalies and implement appropriate corrective actions in line with established procedures


• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, operational, and technical standards


• Mentor and support maintenance personnel, promoting effective teamwork and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in maintenance, automation, controls, or SCADA


• Technical background in electrical, electronic, electromechanical, or mechanical engineering


• Previous experience in a similar technical support, control room, maintenance, or automation role


• Experience working with SCADA systems and automated material handling equipment


• Experience supporting conveyor systems and intralogistics / automated sorting environments


• Previous experience with technical leadership, mentoring, or coordinating maintenance teams


• Knowledge of CMMS systems, preferably IBM Maximo


• Ability to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, electromechanical, automation, and mechanical equipment


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy


• Good planning and organizational skills


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Service-oriented and hands‑on approach


• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced operational environment


• Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and spoken


• Technical qualification (MBO or equivalent) in electrical, electronic, electromechanical, automation, or a related discipline

Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.