Control Room Specialist

FedEx Express México; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounted shipping

Career opportunities

Job summary

FedEx Express Netherlands B.V. is seeking a Control Room Specialist to lead on-site automation support during sorting shifts across a rotative schedule. You will monitor SCADA, coordinate Field Service Engineers, and assist with repairs of conveyors and related equipment.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in maintenance/automation/SCADA, strong technical background, and fluent English and Dutch. The role offers on-site work with a dynamic team and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience (moderate level 3-5 years) in the technical field (Maintenance / Automation / SCADA).
• Technical background and hands-on expertise.
• Experience in a similar role with leadership responsibilities.
• MBO studies relevant to Electrical, electronic or electromechanical fields.
• Service mindset with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Solid problem solving ability.
• Team working skills and collaborative mindset.
• Proficient in English and Dutch (writing and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Lead and provide automation support to on-site operations during sorting shifts.
• Monitor SCADA alarms and logs; dispatch Field Service Engineers as needed.
• Assess technicians on site and advise on technical tasks and administration.
• Support maintenance and repairs of conveyors and related electrical/electromechanical systems.
• Contribute to on-site sort shift coverage and safe operating practices.
• Record maintenance activities in MAXIMO and related systems.
• Prepare reports and communicate with internal teams using Excel.

Skills

Maintenance

Automation

SCADA

Technical background

Leadership

Electrical/electronic studies

Service mindset

Attention to detail

Planning

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

English & Dutch proficiency

Team mindset

Education

MBO in Electrical/Electronic/Electromechanical

Tools

MAXIMO

Excel

Job description

Company: NLD FedEx Express Netherlands B.V. Address: Express 1 Scheduled Weekly Hours:39.25 Worker Type:Regular Posting Start Date5-Oct-2026 Posting Close Date:30-Oct-2026 Job Family:FXE-EU: Control Room Specialist (ID)

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Control Room Specialist Who we are: FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing

Job scope is Duiven HUB (eventual support on station ELST - on demand); on-site job under rotative schedule (3 shifts: day, afternoon & night, currently running from Monday to Saturday); rotation roostering leads the presence on site. As a Control Room Specialist, you will be responsible of leading & providing the Automation support towards Operations on site, while the sorting shift is taking place, actively acting upon the information, signals and alarms logs coming from the SCADA system, and dispatching the Field Service Engineers on site to accurately troubleshoot and solve any incident that may occur. Scope will not be limited to purely Automation tasks, but as well you will be essential part for the support on completion of repairs and maintenance of conveyor system/ equipment related, electrical / electronical & electromechanical systems, as well as pure mechanical parts such as bearings, shafts, rollers, and many others components on site when support is required if the situation demands it (Team player). Applicant must ensure the correct performance of the sorting system present in place, in a safely and effective way; this includes an on-site sort shift support. Accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant internal and external standards and procedures are paramount guidelines to comply with. Control room Specialist should be able to identify anomalies as they arise and, where clear procedures exist, provide a direct resolution in consultation Maintenance Specialists and Senior Technicians. As well as running the sort, Control Room Specialist must be capable of asses Technicians (Regular and Seniors) on site on their job and duties, as well provide advice and assessment on all technicalities of both: execution of the job and administrative tasks to close the reporting process (MAXIMO). Administrative works are also part of your routine, such as declaring and reporting maintenance activities (such as breakdowns), usage of parts, LOTO procedure, toolbox meetings, amongst others, in combination with the Sr. and standard Technicians. These administrative activities will most likely refer to MAXIMO reporting, internal communication lines, formularies, Excel control sheets, amongst others.

What do you bring with you

• Relevant experience (moderate level 3-5 years) in the Technical field (Maintenance / Automation / SCADA)
• Technical background & expertise.
• Experience on a similar role with leadership tasks and responsibilities.
• Technical studies (MBO) relevant to the job opportunity (Electrical, electronical, electromechanical).
• Service mindset.
• Accuracy & attention to detail.
• Planning & organizing skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Team working skills.
• Manages both English & Dutch (writing & speaking).
• Team work mindset.

What do we offer

• Attractive compensation package
• Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities
• Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge
• Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations
• Employee reduced-rate shipping
• Great career opportunities
• FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year

Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx. Dutch (Required), English (Required)

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